Remo's heart sank at the realization of Abby's misunderstanding. He had never wanted to cause her pain, and yet here he was, unwittingly adding to her burden.
"Abby, please, let me explain," Remo implored, reaching out to touch her arm, but she recoiled, pulling away as if his touch burned.
"There's nothing to explain," Abby replied, her voice strained with emotion. "I get it, Remo. You have a life outside of me. I shouldn't have expected anything different."
Remo's heart ached as he watched the hurt etched into every line of Abby's face. He longed to take back the misunderstanding, to erase the pain he had caused with his carelessness.
Remo, on the verge of explaining the misunderstanding to Abby, was interrupted by the sudden appearance of the doctor. The professional demeanor of the doctor momentarily shifted the focus, allowing the tension to ease.
