MATTIE's OUTBURST

Astrid's eyes locked onto Mattie's, her expression unreadable. "I am not sure I can hear your apologies, Mattie. You have hurt me so many times because of your so-called love for Julian." She took in a deep breath feigning hurt.

Mattie's face contorted in desperation, trying to force herself not to get angry, she was only doing this to get back at Julian. 

"Astrid, I am so sorry." She pleaded more clearly now as she tried to hide her fury.

"I was blind and stupid, and I let my jealousy consume me, making me hurt your feelings. Please, forgive me."

Astrid's gaze softened, she knew Mattie had other ulterior motives and she was also going to make sure to use her trucks against her.

Astrid squatted down to Mattie's level with a small smile. "Mattie, of course, I am not a stranger anymore but your cousin. I could never stay mad at you." she let out patting her hair gently, her gaze boring into that of Mattie.