( he doesn't expect her to speak again but she does and he stops, spine stiffening. he stops at the door, staring at it before he turns back around and stares at her. he's not sure what else he could have that would be acceptable. )

Whatever you might think of me, I had no intention to hurt you. You can believe that or not but it's the truth.

( but she tells him that his words are meaningless so he doubts she'll believe him. he says it anyway, giving his head a shake as he does. )

If you can so easily add me to the list of people who've done you wrong, that's fine. Do what you must. But I want you to remember a few things.

( he steps closer to her once more, some resolve back in his expression. )

I am not like your father or your brother or anyone else that's left scars on you. And I think you know that. But if this is how you protect yourself, so be it. We both know it's wrong, though.