When the knob rattled, Alex quickly got up and stood on the side of the door. He saw how her eyes widened and heard her gasp of surprise. He saw how her hand seemed to be pushing the door closed again, so he stuck a foot to prevent that from happening. Luna saw him making that step and she felt even more embarrassed. She did think of slamming the door shut again. She’s not ready to face him yet. She didn’t want him to see her cry again so she decidedly kept her head down, not daring to look at his face.
Alex thought he should properly use this chance. “Luna, I’m sorry. I apologize for hurting you. I didn’t mean what I said. Will you forgive me?”
She tried to speak, opening her mouth, but no words came out. What is she to say? It’s fine, I forgive you? Should she make it easy for him? H
