36 Reconciliation and Revelry

36  Reconciliation and Revelry Emma approached Morgan for a comforting embrace, only to be promptly pushed back. "Hold on there. You ignored all my warnings about your marriage, cut ties with us, and now you just show up expecting everything to be fine?" Morgan's voice was tinged with hurt, remembering how hard she tried to prevent Emma's impulsive wedding. Emma felt the sting of guilt. She had indeed shut everyone out, secretly tying the knot and only informing them after the fact. The sense of betrayal had been profound. "You're right," Emma admitted, her voice heavy with remorse. "I was blinded by love and stubbornness, and I'm deeply sorry for the pain I caused you. I'm ready for any criticism you have." Morgan eyed Emma, her skepticism evident. "So, are you genuinely sorry, or is this just an act? Even though you're divorced now, I can't easily forget how you chose him over our friendship." Emma sighed, feeling the weight of her past actions. "I truly regret ev