125: A Turn of Tides

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As Emma and Wayne made their way back to the buzzing banquet hall, the weight of the evening’s events hung heavily between them. Emma, her spirit unbroken by the confrontation, couldn’t help but reflect on the stark contrast between her past and present.

“Seems like history tried to repeat itself tonight, huh?” Wayne’s voice pulled Emma from her thoughts, his tone light but concerned.

Emma managed a small smile, her resolve shining through. “Yes, but history didn’t account for me learning from it. Lillian’s attempts don’t shake me anymore.”

Wayne glanced at her, pride evident in his gaze. “That’s my sister. Strong and unyielding.”

Their shared smile was interrupted by Alex’s approach, his steps hesitant yet determined. Emma’s heart tightened at the sight of him, a complex mix of past affections and present realities swirling within her.

“Alex,” Emma greeted coolly, her voice betraying none of her inner turmoil.

Alex stopped before them, his expression a mixture of regret and earnestness. “Emma, I… I need to apologize. For everything.”

he held back, allowing Emma to handle the situation.

like a chasm. “Apologies now won’t change what

“I know, Emma. I just wish I could back and see

change the past, Alex. Actions do. And your actions have spoken

in

go

her. “Let’s not dwell on

and Wayne turned to leave, Alex’s voice stopped them. “Wait, Emma. There’s more I need to

paused, turning back to face Alex, whose eyes held a desperate plea for understanding.

Emma. To your pain, to your struggles. And I’ve let you down when you needed

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most. But I’ve seen the truth now I want to make things right.”

Alex’s

Turn of Tides

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