192 Forgiveness(2)

Atlas blinked his eyes a few times. He couldn't believe and expect what he just heard from Meredith. He knew that something happened between them that involves Marcus, but her telling him this? It must be serious for her to decide.

Especially when they both know the dangers of breaking the bond. Now, she wants the bond to break.

Is she serious?

"Atlas… please…"

Meredith's hold around his waist tightened. As Atlas snapped from his own stupor, he let out a sigh and then gently removed her arms that were wrapped around him.

"Are you certain?"

"Mm," Meredith answered with a nod, a scared pair of eyes looking straight at his curious ones. "I'm serious. I'm sure."

Atlas didn't know why. He knows he loves her dearly, but he wanted to make sure--he wanted to be assured.

He has the right to, right? Since he is indeed hurt…