The office felt heavier than usual that morning, the weight of unspoken words lingering in the air. Alison sat at her desk, her hands trembling slightly as she prepared to face Henry again. The adrenaline from their recent victory over the rival company had faded, leaving her with an overwhelming sense of guilt.
She had spent the past few days reflecting on her actions, recognizing the pain her betrayal had caused Henry. The warmth of their kiss had ignited a flicker of hope in her heart, but she knew that hope wouldn't be enough to mend the fractures between them. She needed to own up to her mistakes.
Taking a deep breath, Alison stood and made her way to Henry's office. The closer she got, the more her resolve wavered. What if he wasn't ready to hear her apology? What if he had moved on, choosing to bury their past rather than confront it?
