Chase’s Subdued Apology Before Signing
Chase muttered an apology before signing, and Maren accepted it for the sake of peace. Although the words felt hesitant, she appreciated the acknowledgment of the tension they had endured.
It was a small victory, but it meant something significant amidst their fraught history. She noted the change in his demeanor, a shift from hostility to a desire for resolution.
With the contract signed, both parties seemed to enter a new phase of coexistence.