Melissa shook her head in forgiveness and put pressure on the wound with a cotton swab.

Melissa left the room after the bleeding stopped. Marcus followed her.

When she reached a secluded area, she turned to him and said in an even voice, “Marcus, this is meaningless. If you're so eager to hear an answer, I'll give it to you. I used to like you a lot, but I don't anymore. There is nothing left between us."

"I know.

Melissa, I'm not interested in rekindling your feelings. I have a girlfriend."