Chapter 152

I turned around to see Mikel standing there, his eyes filled with a mixture of determination and regret. My heart sank, knowing that this encounter would bring forth a difficult conversation.

"Esmy, I came to take you home," Mikel said, his voice pleading. "Please, just give me a chance to talk."

I pulled my hand away gently, trying to hide the turmoil inside me. "Mikel, we don't have any business with each other anymore," I replied, my voice tinged with a hint of sadness. "I've moved on, and you should too."

Mikel's face fell, the weight of his words becoming apparent. "I know I've treated you poorly in the past, and I'm truly sorry for that," he began, his voice filled with remorse. "But please, just hear me out."

My heart ached at his sincerity, but I couldn't deny the love and connection I had found with Killian. He was the one who had stood by me through the darkest times, the one who had shown me what true support and care meant.

"Mikel, I appreci