Nick looked at Irwin with a neutral expression.
Right now, Nick sat behind his desk while Irwin stood in front of the office door.
Irwin looked at Nick with worry, fear, and desperation.
For the first time, Nick didn't need to tell him to look at him.
"I want to redeem myself," Irwin said, repeating the words he had just said.
Nick didn't answer.
"Apologizing would be making light of what I have done," Irwin said with a shaky voice. "I don't ask for an apology. I don't ask to be forgiven. No matter what I do, you might never forgive me."
"But I still want to try!" Irwin said, almost shouting.
Nick remained silent for five seconds.
"Why?" he asked neutrally.
That simple word intimidated Irwin.
Right now, in front of Nick, Irwin couldn't muster any strength.
