Maria and her best friend Lisa had been friends for ten years. They did everything together. They went shopping, watched movies, and shared their secrets. But last month, something bad happened between them. Lisa told Maria's secret to other people at work. Maria was very hurt when she found out. She stopped answering Lisa's phone calls. She also ignored Lisa's messages. For three weeks, they did not talk to each other. Lisa felt terrible about what she had done. She knew she had made a big mistake. She wanted to apologize, but she was scared. What if Maria would not forgive her? One evening, Lisa decided she had to try. She bought a beautiful bouquet of flowers. She also wrote a long letter to Maria. In the letter, she explained how sorry she was. She said she had been stupid and selfish. She promised it would never happen again. Lisa walked to Maria's apartment building. Her heart was beating very fast. She stood in front of Maria's door for a long time. Finally, she took a deep breath and knocked. Maria opened the door slowly. She looked surprised to see Lisa standing there. Her face was cold and distant. 'What do you want?' Maria asked. Lisa held out the flowers and the letter. 'I came to apologize,' Lisa said quietly. 'I know I hurt you badly.' Maria did not say anything for a moment. She looked at the flowers and then at Lisa's face. She could see that Lisa had been crying. 'Please, just read the letter,' Lisa said. Maria took the letter and closed the door. Lisa stood outside, not knowing what to do. After ten minutes, the door opened again. Maria had tears in her eyes. 'Come inside,' she said softly. They sat down on the sofa together. Maria said that the letter made her understand Lisa's feelings. She was still angry, but she wanted to forgive her friend. 'I forgive you,' Maria said, 'but it will take time to trust you again.' Lisa nodded and promised to earn back Maria's trust. They hugged each other and both started crying.
English Story (A2)The Apology
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Lisa betrays her best friend Maria's trust by telling her secret to coworkers. After three weeks of silence, Lisa apologizes with flowers and a heartfelt letter, and Maria forgives her while acknowledging trust must be rebuilt.
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Comprehension Questions
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What did Lisa do that hurt Maria?
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How long did Maria and Lisa not talk to each other?
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What did Lisa bring to Maria's apartment?
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