CHAPTER 16
SAIRAH
“Dev–” I whispered, locking his eyes with mine.
I didn’t want any confusion or misunderstanding between us this time.
I was aware that his hatred nestled to his bones, but there was a narrow space in his heart where understanding could squeeze in. I was willing to take that space, no matter how tiny it was.
One year had passed, and his hatred mellowed. There was less loathe in his eyes whenever he looked at me, and in some tender moments…there was even gentleness…just like earlier. Perhaps it was the right time to ask for his forgiveness. Right now or…never.
“I have not said anything close to asking for your forgiveness, Dev." I sighed, "I was afraid to ask since I figured forgiveness was the last thing you could give me. I made a terrible and unforgivable mistak
