---- Chapter 10 Make a Case for Herself Winona was looking at me, the pain in her eyes almost palpable. "I had no idea... I had no idea he would do that to you. I..." She paused. She probably had more to say, but she did not have enough courage to continue. Coldly, I interrupted, "Enough. It's well past the point of apologies or explanations." That finally made her cry. "Please, he lied to me! I swear! While you were gone, I... I thought about it, and I realized... I realized how wrong I was. Please don't leave me. Please! I..." Her voice started to crack, and she started to sob. Ihad no sympathy for her. My body and soul were freezing up. My blood grew cold. So what if she had seen the error of her ways? So what if she was repenting? I couldn't care less about her love. Her guilt. Not when it didn't matter anymore. We could never go back. ---- "Leave and never come back. I never want to see you again." That made Winona freeze. She didn't believe it. She couldn't believe it. I looked at her, and for some reason, I was... forlorn. Winona's eyes were still filled with tears. ''Please, I'm sorry. Just... Just give me a chance, alright? I'll prove myself. I love you!" Love? How dare she! If words could feel, 'love' would be sick just from hearing itself coming out of Winona's mouth. I was sick just hearing that word coming out of her mouth. No, I would not listen to her any further. What made her think she could make it up to me? What made her think she even had the right? She could feel my disgust, and she paused. Winona continued, "I had no idea he would slander you, but now I see it clearly." She was talking faster and faster, as if she was trying to defend herself. As if her life depended on it. ---- Isneered, and my fury roared. "You see it clearly now? What did you see clearly, exactly? His true colors? That much is obvious, but do you know what's the most important part of this disaster? Your betrayal!" Pain flickered in Winona's eyes, and her hands shivered. "How could you say that? I never betrayed you. Never." Then, she stopped talking for a while, probably trying to sort out her next words. "He duped me, but I swear nothing else happened!" I remained cool and impassive. My eyes were still on her. Her tears did not move me anymore. All they invoked was disgust. I used to trust her with all my heart. I used to think she was the one I would walk with forever. Alas, she destroyed everything herself. She was pointing fingers at everyone and everything but herself. She did not even care to mention how much she hurt me. ---- Her betrayal was the worst offender of it all. Title: ReelTalk EP8- From Hinge to Unhinged Join host Rachel Bencosme as she delves into Sarah's dating escapades in the latest episode of ReelTalk. This installment explores the turbulent realm of dating apps and much more. In this captivating episode, Sarah navigates the highs and lows of modern romance, shedding light on the complexities of virtual connections. Rachel's probing questions reveal the raw emotions behind Sarah's quest for love in a digital age. ReelTalk EP8 stands out for its candid portrayal of the challenges faced by today's singles, offering a glimpse into the rollercoaster ride of online dating. Dive into this riveting narrative and witness Sarah's journey unfold on CrushReel. Experience the unfiltered emotions and relatable experiences that make ReelTalk EP8 a must-read for fans of romance. Available to read online at CrushReel, this episode promises a captivating exploration of love in the digital era.