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Zayn clutched his face in agony, pleading, "Please don't let go, I beg you! I admit I was wrong about Marie. I shouldn't have mistreated her... I had no idea it would result in her losing the baby."

"Marie, truthfully, I don't care for Michelle. Things fell apart that year and she left me. I just didn't want to..."

"Marie, I've noticed your silent support, how you helped me through dark times, saved me with your love and patience, and were willing to have children despite the risks of diving..."

"Marie, I saw it all! I was just blinded by Michelle. I'm so sorry... It's clear to me now, I've always loved you!"

"Let's marry again! We'll have children and live in the Maldives. When our child is born, I'll take them diving to see the coral reefs and fish, alright?"

He gazed at me with sorrowful eyes, awaiting my response.

"Zayn, I've been doing some self-reflection."

His eyes brightened with anticipation.