Chapter 12: Chapter 12 : But I Can't Forgive Myself

Carl’s words made me freeze. “Carl, I didn’t—”

He pointed at me, “I love you, Olivia! I love you so much that I worked hard to give you a better future! I’ve worked hard to be a worthy fiance to you and your family, but you betrayed me!”

He shouted and placed his hands on his hips, shaking his head and taking a deep breath.

I swallowed hard and tried to keep my tears from falling. My eyes widened in panic, and I felt the need to grab my throat as my chest tightened. My stomach flipped and twisted and I felt filthy and immoral.

“That’s not,” my voice came out small. “That’s not what happened—”

He swung around and glared at me. “Tell me what happened then?” he scoffed. “He didn’t enter your room or you guys didn’t kiss? Olivia, tell me the truth!”

My lips opened and closed but I couldn’t make out a word.

How was I going to explain what had happened in reality to Carl after that accusation? I didn’t know what to tell him.