Nathan was silent for a few seconds after I told him we could discuss whatever he wanted over the phone.Then he spoke.“Serena, I’m sorry.”I didn’t respond.“I know I’ve already apologized, but I need you to hear me properly this time. What I did was wrong. I entered your room while you were sleeping, and I crossed a boundary you trusted me enough to have.”My jaw tightened.“I shouldn’t have touched you. I shouldn’t have been there. There is no excuse for it.”I stared at the papers on my desk. Nathan continued.“I’m not going to blame jealousy or confusion. I made that choice, and I have to accept it.”I was quiet.“I understand if you don’t want to speak to me again,” he said. “I understand if you never trust me the same way again.”His words caught me off guard. I had expected him to defend himself or blame his jealousy. Instead, he was taking responsibility.“I hurt you and your trust. I’m truly sorry, Serena.”I leaned back in my chair.“You know what makes this worse?” I aske
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