Regretful apology

~Damian~

"I regret yelling at her; it was a mistake," I muttered, frustrated, as I tugged at my hair.

As I paced in the garden, I realized that my rude behavior would hinder any chance of her loving me. Losing my temper was something I detested.

I needed to approach this delicately, finding a way to win her over without ruining everything. I refused to let Lucian take her away from me. While he could have fame, riches, and the throne, Cassie belonged to me.

Leaving the garden, I made my way to the palace building, plastering a fake smile on my face as I acknowledged the bowing and greeting individuals.

Among the women who stared at me seductively, I ignored them, hoping that it would be Cassie casting those looks my way.

"I must apologize to her for my outburst and the pain I caused. I shouldn't have acted that way," I thought, ascending the stairs toward the top floor.

Reaching her chamber door, I paused, took a deep breath, and nervously knocked.

"I don't want to see anyone right n