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Upon his request, she rose to her feet. 

He went on to explain his side of the situation, and at each new development, she felt pain in her heart. She regretted the pain she had inflicted on those she had loved. 

I am very sorry for the pain that I caused you, she began, knowing that speaking for the others would do very little in this situation, I was a young and mindless fool in heat who thought I was in love, and that running away was the only way I could stay with him. She shook her head and glanced away. I know that this is not an excuse, but it is an explanation as to why I left. I regret my decision every day. 

She cleared her throat and blinked. Thank you for listening to me, and even giving me the time of day—I know you do not have to do that. It means more to me than you could ever know.