Chapter 48.1

"Elliot," I can't help but whimper once more. I have a lot on my mind but can't say anything about everything at this time. I'm ashamed of myself. I'm mortified by what I said to Elliot previously.

"Did any of them touch you, Ari? Are you hurt?" He asked as he tenderly pulled me up and guided me over to the bed. All I can do is just shake my head when he inquired.

"Please talk to me, baby. I need to know if you're completely fine. Ari, I'm here; you don't have to be frightened any longer. I promised you that I would protect and save you. I'm sure you are well aware now that I won't let anything harmful happen to you."

I wept on his chest because I could not really face him. "El, Elliot, I'm sorry." I have quite a lot of things I would really like to ask him for forgiveness for, but I'm not sure where to begin. I know my words will never be enough for the pain I have inflicted on him.

"Let’s not talk about that right now, Ari. You need to rest. Come on, it's better that I bring you