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.”

instincts flared, but he held back, allowing Emma to handle

them stretching out like a chasm.

the weight of his actions finally settling in. “I know, Emma. I just wish I could back and see things for what they

his skepticism. “Wishes don’t change the past, Alex. Actions do. And your actions have

the truth in Wayne’s

go

her. “Let’s not dwell on

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

back to face Alex, whose eyes held a desperate plea

your struggles. And I’ve let you down when you needed me

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But I’ve seen the truth now I want to make things

in Alex’s eyes

A Turn

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