[Vinnie stopped himself several yards away, nowhere close. He didn't have that right anymore. But Marie's expression ripped a hole in his chest, one even bigger than what Red had managed to do during their conversation together.

Helplessly, he stood there, trying to catch his breath. The hurt was visible in his face, it was palpable in his voice.]

Marie... J-just listen to me!

I know you're not gonna forgive me, but please!...