Chapter 22

When I saw his sad expression, I was almost tempted to take back my words. However, I remained firm in my decision. When he stared into my eyes, I pursed my lips and frowned at him. He looked pitiful when he looked down and stared at the floor, but I couldn't just let it slide.

"Please accept my apologies, Selena. I didn't want to hurt your feelings, but it just happened, and I felt bad for it," he explained. 

As I listened to him, I could feel the sincerity in his words. However, it wasn't an excuse for his lies and pretensions. "You must have laughed at me behind your back because you managed to fool me, Lee."

"It's not true!" He denied my accusations. "I know it's hard to believe, but I fell in love with you during our first meeting."

"Now, you're making me laugh. Are you telling me that it's love at first sight? Are you kidding me, Lee?"

"Can you give me another chance? I want to prove to you that my feelings are sincere," he said.

"Lee,