613: CAN YOU?

ARIEL'S POV Janice remained silent for a moment, her eyes searching Luke's face for any sign of sincerity. Finally, she sighed softly and took a step closer to him. "I don't understand, dad. You always told us that you loved Mom. How could you do something like this?" Luke reached out and gently took her hands in his own. "I know, Janice. And I wish I could change what happened. But I'm trying to be a better person for your mom and for you. Can you forgive me?" Janice hesitated, her expression conflicted as she glanced between Luke and me. Finally, she nodded slowly. "I want to forgive you, Dad, but you have to prove to Mom and me that you mean it. Actions speak louder than words." Luke nodded, smiling at her. "I understand, Janice. And I'll do whatever it takes to earn back your trust." "Hold on, hold on, hold on," I brought out immediately, walking closer to the both of them. "Nope, you can't get in her head like this." I held Luke, and he stood up. "You came here to talk ab