Hearing Amelia's words, Cassian's heart filled with a growing unease. He slapped Aiden's hand away and rushed to Amelia's side, steadying her. "Amelia," he said urgently, "I'm sorry, I'm really so sorry..."
A bleak smile touched Amelia's lips. She raised a hand to brush Cassian's away and shook her head slightly. "Cassian, you haven't done anything to wrong me. I'm the one who's wronged you."
'Cassian?' Cassian's expression froze, his hands clenching into fists.
"Cassian, I was just thinking about... so many things from our past. The reason everything's ended up like this is all my fault. I never should have fallen for you. I'm so, so sorry. I'm sorry to your father and mother, too. It's because I was too selfish... that's why I've caused the Jennings family so much trouble. Cassian, I'm truly sorry. Truly. I hope you can all forgive me. From now on, I promise I will never, ever bother you again..."
