FORBIDDEN PASSION STEPCHILDREN
Chapter 69. Apologies

"Karen, Papi is sorry if all this time hurt you. Papi really regrets doing all that" Arion said.

Again Karen looked at Rico, pleading for an explanation from the man. Karen was confused by what she heard. I can't believe what he's seeing and hearing right now.

"But you know, it won't be easy for you to forgive all the mistakes that Papi has made. But Papi wants you to believe, if you're sorry you did all that."

Karen was silent at Arion's words. He and Rico just heard without even saying a word.

Arion took a deep breath. It felt like the middle-aged man could not believe what was happening in his life. All this time he thought that Novi had betrayed him.

Guilt he felt for having had an illicit relationship with Novi, Karen's mother at that time. However, Arion felt a little relieved and happy because he knew that there was flesh and blood that had grown up.

Arion's hand moved back to rub his face, while taking a deep breath. Trying to calm down in every sigh and exhale.

The regret started to haunt him. Seeing Karen who was frightened by him, Arion became sad. The corner of his heart felt pain getting this reality.

"As a testament to Papi's remorse, Papi's going to the religious court tomorrow to annul our marriage. Furthermore, you and Rico can get married immediately, so that the baby in your womb has a whole family," said Papi slowly. However, all can be heard Rico and Karen.

Karen blinked her eyes a few times, all done to believe herself if all this was real. Everything is like a dream.

"I mean, Papi's gonna cancel Papi's wedding. That means me and Karen can get married right away without waiting for a divorce decree?" ask Rico enthusiastically.

Karen held Rico's hand. It seemed like the woman still could not believe what she was hearing at the moment.

"If you're willing, Papi also wants to be involved in the preparation of the marriage of the two of you" Arion said.

Karen and Rico looked at each other. They still don't believe. Fear is all just Arion's trap.

Looking at the faces of Karen and Rico who looked confused, Arion could guess what was in the minds of the two children. If he was in their position, maybe Arion wouldn't be so easy to believe either.

"But you know, you two must not be sure what Papi said. Papi doesn't blame you two for the thoughts. But this time, please believe me. Papi will prove it by submitting a marriage annulment letter as soon as possible" Arion said softly.

The man took a breath. He took the water and gulped it down. Arion's throat was dry. He also felt that something was stirring so it was difficult for him to breathe.

"If what Papi said is true, may I know why Papi changed his mind. As Papi said, it is hard to believe that an Arion changed his mind this fast. Isn't there something Papi's hiding?" ask Rico.

From this experience, she had to remain calm facing her Papi. He should not be careless and immediately believe everything his Papa says. It could have been a trap for her and Karen.

"For now, Papi can't say anything. Believe me if this Papi does from the deepest heart. Papi, please you can understand. You can join Papi's lawyer when he registers the marriage annulment tomorrow" Papi said.

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