I developed a friendship with someone from another department, and over time, we began talking outside of work.

Although we were both married to other people, I mistakenly believed that she might have wanted more than just friendship.

I expressed that I found her attractive, and she reacted strongly, going directly to the HR department.

After that, all communication between us stopped, and the atmosphere became very uncomfortable for the remainder of my time at that location.

Things worsened when a book I had written—where she unintentionally became the inspiration for the main character—became known.

This led to me being labeled as a creep, though that was never my intention.

I deeply regret how my actions caused discomfort and upset others. Please accept my sincere apology to anyone hurt by this situation.