Imara Diversifies The Beastmen World

Chapter Forty Seven: Its Over For Them

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Story:

I was so surprised. Guys, wha- my words died off as I took in their appearance.

They all looked a bit beat up and ragged, then got on their knees and bowed.

John's remorse was very evident. "I'm sorry, Imara, for making you sad. I couldn't help being selfish, and I said something I shouldn't have... I continue to learn so much from you, and it makes me realize that having a relationship takes more than liking someone. You have to think about so many other things as well." He clenched his fist, his voice heavy with regret.

"My impulsiveness has always gotten me in trouble and hurt others. I didn't have to really care about that until I met you. And I see why it's so important. After I almost hurt you and ruined chances for my brother, my family, you still haven't given up on me."

John's voice trembled with emotion. "Seeing you cry because of me and what I said to you isn't a good feeling. I can't believe I did that, and I continue to be disgusted and disappointed in myself. I-I keep promising to do better, but yet I haven't," John admitted, his tone laden with remorse.

"Yet you continue to be kind and forgiving towards me. I don't deserve it."

He held out a fur as a symbol of his apology. "I got this fur as an apology for not trying to understand what you meant and taking your kindness for weakness. I hope we can still be family and friends. If you wish, though, I know I don't deserve it."

Steve spoke up next before I could say anything and said, 'I am sorry as well, Imara. It made me feel like the worst, hurting your feelings.' He wiped his hand over his forehead, looking weary.

He continued, 'I understand, as well as you do, what family means and how important it is to have and to try to make the right decisions to keep your family safe.

Yet, I dismissed it when it came to you because of how I felt, and it really didn't click until you thought about our safety as mates to you. It showed me that even I have some maturing to do.

I like to think I have things under control being an older brother. But I realize I am impulsive too, and under pressure, I might not make the best decision, like I have been doing when it comes to you.

'I am sorry, and I know I have no right to ask for your forgiveness. This is the only thing I could think of to get you, I got some rice because I saw you were low. I would like to stay your friend and family, please, and do better by you.' As he placed a bag of rice in front of him.

I was going to speak, but Harvey interjected and said, 'I am allowing them to speak and apologize to you. Make your decision after that, my love.'"

So I remained silent, giving them the space to express themselves. My heart was aching to tell them not to be so cruel to themselves.

Nicholas spoke up. 'I want to apologize for not speaking up when I was supposed to. I was hoping the odds would fall in our favor, my favor, and I'm sorry for being so selfish. I hurt you by doing that, and I have so much regret...' He looked at me with anguish in his eyes.

'I have understood that I wasn't a good match for you. I have reflected on the things you said, and you're right. Your family would be at a whole disadvantage with mates not strong enough to protect you.

Honestly, I wouldn't even know where to start; I would look to you for guidance. That alone made me understand even more. How could I truly help you... protect you, when it matters if I looked to you for all the hard things?

You made the better decision, so do not feel bad about it, Imara.' He held out a basket of flowers. 'I realize you stared at them a lot, so I wanted to get you some and put them throughout the house. I hope we can stay friends; life is so much better being your family.'"