Charlie initiated the gossip about his involvement with Miranda.
He gazed at me sorrowfully and uttered, "Regarding our child ... Rose, I was unaware at the time. Had I known, I would have hurried to be by your side immediately!"
I brushed away the tears threatening to spill from my eyes. My tone was composed but lacked any warmth. "It's irrelevant now, Charlie. The past is behind us. Let's not dwell on it further."
As I attempted to depart, pulling Drake along, Charlie obstructed my path. His voice trembled with desperation, "Hold on! Rose. I was temporarily blinded by foolishness, and we've had numerous misunderstandings, haven't we?"
He begged, "I implore you, grant me another opportunity. Allow me one more chance to make amends! I swear I won't take it lightly this time. I'll treasure it."