Chapter 151:Dangerous Confessions

(Scarlett's POV) When I woke up again and tried to stand, a sharp pain shot through my legs. I collapsed back onto the bed, biting down on a cry. Roman noticed instantly. His ice-blue eyes, usually cold and calculating, softened with concern. "What's wrong?" he asked, his voice quiet but firm. I felt tears welling up, shame and pain mixing together. My pride prevented me from answering immediately. But the throbbing ache in my legs forced me to look at him, my defenses dropping. "It hurts," I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper. He moved closer, kneeling before me so that his face was level with mine. His brows furrowed, and for a moment, I thought I saw guilt flicker across his face. Without a word, Roman leaned in and kissed my forehead. "I'm sorry," he said, his voice carrying a weight that almost made me want to forgive him immediately. I felt my heart ache at his tone, but confusion clouded my thoughts. His apology was earnest, yet it raised more questions than it a