CHAPTER 31

Kylie's POV:

"So I have decided to let you explain your previous actions" She stopped talking and faced me.

"But" I encourage her to continue and finish her sentence because I know there's more of it.

"However, I'm only going to give you ten minutes to speak. Thus, your time begins now. Now talk" she gestured to her wristwatch.

I stared at her face to see whether she was showing any emotion, but she didn't.

"So you are going to start talking or should i leave because clock is tickling Mr. River"  She recalls me.

My little girl is referring to me as Mr. River, which hurts my feelings.

"Let's sit first," I urge with her while sitting on my bed.

She chose to sit on my bed, but she can move as far away from me as she wants.

Sighing I started talking to her, "I know Princess, after Mom Dad's accident, I distanced myself from you, which was terrible. It was actually a dick move. I was hurting Katie, and no one knew what was going on in my heart at the moment. That day, I should have perished with them, but I don't know what strings God had plucked to spare me that day, but I was full of guilt, like how could I be unconscious? I should have saved them both, but I failed as son." My voice began to crack.

"But it was not your fault that you three got in an accident" She gives me a firm hug and reassures me.

I managed a faint smile "I recalled waking up in the hospital, where the doctors told me that I was the only survivor of that accident and expressed their regret that they couldn't save everyone. Hearing that left me in utter shock; without them, I felt utterly lost, as if my heart had shattered into countless fragments. After that, I inquired about you, and they informed me that you were in the waiting room with my aunt and uncle. I was terrified that you would hold me responsible for not being able to save them. I was spiraling out of control, and I didn't feel capable of raising you alone, as you needed someone reliable who could truly care for you. So I asked Uncle and Aunt if they were comfortable with adopting you. Eventually, they consented to adopt you, and you felt joy because you could play with Nick every day, who always brightened your mood. I figured it would be a great idea since I no longer needed to be concerned about you. They provided excellent care for you, and I take great pride in saying that it was the best decision of my life."

"Absolutely, I completely agree" she smiled thinking

"I experienced depression and struggled with terrible nightmares. After a full year of working with my therapist, as well as support from my uncle and aunt, I have finally managed to overcome it. However, it was too late since you had already chosen to study in Florida, and there's nothing I can do because you are just as stubborn as I am," I chuckled.

"You know I can't accompany you because I need to take over the company from Uncle. I have been busy working in our company and forgot to take care of myself. Kendra is a cousin of my friend, and I eventually fell in love with her. She was in need of an internship, and I offered her one because, man, she was truly a talented individual, and I couldn't let her work for another company. At that time, I was unaware of my feelings for her, but after realizing them, I couldn't keep myself away from her. She broke down the walls that I had built around me for so many years. She helped me to transform back into a good person like I used to be from a cold-hearted monster. She made me realize that love is genuine and that I can also trust someone without the fear of losing them again. She completes me, Katie; I really love her, and I genuinely want you to get to know her as I do. I don't mean it in that sense; you know what I mean, right? You two are the most important people in my life, and I can't lose either of you. " She is now in tears.

I wiped her tears with my hands "I know its a lot to take in. I really want a chance to prove you that my love and care for you is real that i have changed for better. For both of us" I cried infront of her thinking of our mom, dad and my past

How unjustly I was towards her.

I wept for her forgiveness.

I wept because I was foolish and should have communicated this with her.

I wept because it signifies a new beginning for our relationship.

I wept because a new chapter will commence in our lives.

Kat's POV:

Okay, I'll admit it was a lie that I anticipated Kylie to cry in front of me. I never imagined Kylie would open up to me and attempt to improve our relationship. But watching him cry in front of me and pleading for forgiveness stunned me, or you can say rocked me from the inside out.

"Shsssh Kylie it's okay. I forgive you" I attempted to provide solace to him.

He suddenly pulled me in a tight hug "I'm sorry baby girl" and cried on my shoulder

"I have already forgiven you. In fact, I should be the one seeking your forgiveness. I was the one who wronged you. I should have made some efforts instead of disregarding you. I should have known that I was not the only person affected by their death; it affected you as well. Please Kylie forgive me too" I begged him

"Hey, dear girl, please cease to feel a sense of guilt. The reason I did not convey that information to you at that moment was not to induce feelings of guilt within you. My sole intention is to restore our relationship to what it once was, a time when we freely shared both minor and significant secrets with one another, and experienced both small and great joys together. " He smiled while reminiscing about the past.

"Still, Kylie, I ought to have been aware of this. I should have heeded Nick's advice and endeavored to repair our relationship; however, I suppose I was simply a stubborn teenager who refused to listen to anyone but herself. Nonetheless, I am grateful to Ryan; he encouraged me to engage in a constructive conversation with you; otherwise, I would still not have contemplated this," I honestly responded to him.

"Okay, so now it might come off as strange because I was strategizing and scheming for his demise since not only did he attempt to flirt with you, but he also had the audacity to ask you to be his girlfriend. I suppose I misjudged him; he is a decent man, but that does not imply that I have granted you both my consent to engage in a romantic relationship with one another. " He articulated this with a grave tone.

""You are aware, are you not, that I am an adult and have the capacity to determine whom I may choose to date? " I narrow my eyes at him. "Nonetheless, I would like you to become acquainted with him and provide your endorsement of our relationship, for your approval is of great significance to me. " I implored him, "I kindly request, dear brother," presenting him with my most endearing puppy face, complete with sparkling eyes.

Evil right muhawhaha

During his childhood, he was consistently influenced by my innocent appearance, and I am entirely convinced that it will prove effective once more today.

It is challenging to withstand this adorable visage.

With a sigh, he acquiesced, "Very well, baby girl, I am prepared to grant him an opportunity; however, prior to that, I require a pleasant conversation with him, and subsequently, I shall assess what actions I may take. "

"Thank you, thank you, dear brother," I stated as I kissed his cheeks. He began to chuckle at my youthful demeanor.

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that how she helped him to change and how he decides to finally talk with Kat?

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