Slipping Away

Leaning against a nearby pillar, Iris looked exhausted from sadness, her eyes red as she stared at me. "He said you helped him, but the price was breaking up. He said he understands you, but it hurts him deeply."

Suddenly, my eyes filled with tears. Roman understood me, but he couldn't forgive himself.

"Ms. Delaney, why would you hurt him like this? You know exactly how much he loves you, how long