Chapter 13

Damian jolted back to his senses and practically staggered after Edward. "Mr. Stutton!" he cried out. He caught up to Edward as the latter was about to get into a car. It had begun raining at some point, so the rain poured down steadily, soaking them both. Damian rushed in front of the car with reddened eyes, rainwater dripping from his hair. "I… let you down, Mr. Stutton… I also let Mrs. Stutton down, and Cynthia even more so…" He took a deep breath and, as if it took all his effort, made a vow. "I'm willing to spend the rest of my life making up for the things I've done, so please… Please give me another chance…" Edward slowly turned around. Damian saw none of the anger and accusation he expected on Edward's weathered face, only the calmness and deep exhaustion of a person who had gone through life's hardships. Edward sighed and interrupted him. "I don't blame you, Damian." Damian looked up with a jolt, unable to believe his ears. Edward's eyes shone with clarity through the