But the moment I turned around, I suddenly felt a little ridiculous.

Were there truly no secrets between us?

Despite Caleb’s recent induction into the witch clan, I had never once considered introducing him to Abby.

When did these secrets start accumulating between us?

Taking a deep breath, I centered myself and stepped out.

Outside the ward, Andrew greeted me with an awkward smile as I emerged.

He quickly apologized again, sincerity lacing his tone.

“I’m sorry.

It’s really my fault for hurting Caleb.

I shook my head, forcing a self-deprecating smile.

“Forget it.

It’s all in the past now.

The situation was too complex, weighed down by everyone’s’ personal perspectives.

Besides, Caleb hadn’t been seriously injured, and I wasn’t keen on harboring resentment.

Yet, Andrew seemed disheartened by my response, his eyes brimming with sorrow.

“You don’t accept my apology, then? Will you never forgive me?”

I found myself at a loss for words.

Andrew had been a significant figure in my life, even saving it once.

I couldn’t bring myself to despise him.

But he had also harmed my mate, nearly taking his life.

It wasn’t something I could simply overlook.

Torn by conflicting emotions, I remained silent.

Andrew let out a deep sigh, his expression pained as he attempted a bitter smile.

“I really regret it, if only—”

I cut him off before he could continue.

“Stop apologizing for what’s already done,” I uttered, my voice cool and detached.

“Apologies can’t undo what happened, no matter how heartfelt they are.

Confusion flickered across Andrew’s face.

I said quietly, “Though I can’t forgive you on Caleb’s behalf, you’ll always be the man who saved Abby and me.

That’s something that will never change.

Andrew’s expression tightened, his smile strained as he murmured, “Believe it or not, when you cried out Caleb’s name, I managed to move my fist away slightly.

I stopped, caught off guard by his admission.

Andrew pressed on, “I care about you, and I couldn’t bear to harm the person you love most right before your eyes.

I believe Caleb might have let himself be injured by me intentionally.

Hard to believe, I know, but those are my genuine feelings.

Debra’s POV:

When I heard that, I was stunned.

But before I could react, Andrew turned and hurried away.

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