Eighty-Four

Derek

"I want you to forgive me, Mal, and give me a second chance. To make things right with you and Melody."

Malcolm stepped back and looked at me in shock. He looked like he had seen a ghost.

"Majesty, what are you doing?" He asked loudly.

He was almost screaming.

I do not blame him. After all, he must be surprised to see the almighty Derek go down on his knees to plead to him for something so trivial.

But I have no choice but to do that. I can't lose Melody. Neither can I lose Malcolm.

"Seeking forgiveness," I replied sincerely.

Forgiveness is all I seek if that is what will bring Melody to me.

"No. Please don't do this."

Malcolm grabbed my shoulder and tried to help me get up but I took his hand off.

I have thought this through in my head and this is the only way I can get Melody back.

"I will do this over and over. If it will make you see that I'm sincerely sorry for everything that Melody had to go through."