Abigail was overcome with emotion once more. She could tell he was genuinely apologizing to her even though he had not said the word "sorry." She was willing to forgive him and forget everything, but it was not easy to ignore the fact that he still had Alison in his heart.
The scar inside her was fresh. The words written in his diary were still evocative in her mind.
She wouldn't be able to hold herself together if she had to confront another of his hidden truths. One more shock would break her completely.
Despite her determination to give him a second chance, she would not rush to take him back. She would first ensure that his concern for her was not solely motivated by Alison's heart, but also by his feelings for her.
"It is not easy for me to forget everything," she murmured. "I will go freshen up."
She went into the bathroom.