CHAPTER 136

William, wait," she pleaded again, her voice softer this time, tinged with regret.

With a practiced mask of upset and anger, William turned to Emily, opening the passenger door of his car. "Get in," he instructed curtly, his tone firm. "I'll drop you home immediately."

Emily stood there, her gaze fixed on him, her fingers fidgeting nervously. She could sense the tension thick in the air, the weight of her words hanging heavily between them.

"William," she called out softly, her voice trembling with sincerity. As he turned to look at her, his expression devoid of emotion, she took a deep breath.

"I'm really sorry," she began, her words earnest and heartfelt. "I shouldn't have jumped to any conclusions about you. I didn't stop to think. I misunderstood you." Her tone was innocent, every word dripping with genuine remorse.

Emily walked up to William, her footsteps hesitant as she approached him.

"William," she began, her voice filled with sincerity.

"I... I shouldn't have said those th