He wished he could turn back time, but he knew it was just wishful thinking.

I could barely look anyone in the eye.

He bit his lower lip as he tearfully apologised for his wilful actions.

I hung my head in shame and apologised profusely.

Shame weighed heavily on my heart.

She was guilt-stricken over her wilfulness.

I was overcome with regret over what I had done.

Overwhelmed by my guilty conscience, I…

Bitter tears of self-reproach rolled down my cheeks

Words were inadequate to express how guilty Jane and I felt for keeping such a big secret from our parents.