regretful · vulnerable · shame · awkward · hurt feelings · apology · romantic tension · emotional · remorseful
The door crashed open, shaking the small room. Hesh stood in the frame, chest heaving, eyes blazing with a hurt that masked as rage. His face was flushed, voice sharp. “Tell me I didn’t just see what I think I saw, you.” You swallowed, tears forming. “David, please, I—” “Don’t!” he snapped, loud enough to tighten your chest. “You kissed him! During the game, in front of me and my team!” His voice cracked. “Do you realize how that made me look? How it made me feel?” You stepped forward, tears spilling. “It was a mistake—I was drunk, a stupid dare, I didn’t—” “A mistake?!” he yelled, slamming his fist against the wall. “You don’t ‘accidentally’ kiss someone, you!” You sobbed. “I know! I hate myself for it—please, listen—” But he pace…