“GOODBYE FOR NOW”

I felt really awful during those moments. And I know that, despite everything, Marius understands why I'm feeling this way.

"S-Sam, please don't do this," Marius pleaded.

I started packing at that moment, all while quietly shedding tears. I didn't know what else to do except cry. Honestly, that's all I've ever been capable of, even before. I would just cry. I couldn't bring myself to hurt him, even though deep down I was so angry with him.

"Sam, please let me explain. Please listen to me," Marius pleaded again as he followed me into the walk-in closet.

I didn't respond. I took all my personal belongings from there, one by one. Afterward, I came out again to put everything in my suitcase.

"Please don't bother me for now, Marius," I begged him, as I couldn't resist.

"Sam," he said.

Marius' tone still carried a strong sense of pleading. I didn't know if that was why I stared at him. And honestly, I felt like regretting what I had done. Because suddenly, I felt sorry for him.

I fel