Chapter 12: Claire’s POV
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I arrived at Jasmine’s house and remove my things from the taxi. I had forgotten how large Jasmine’s home is. Jasmine was a second–generation wealthy woman by birth right and a fashion designer by talent but she’d never make you feel that way. She was giving and genuinely kind. She was an amazing friend and I was grateful for her. Especially after what’s happened today
I bring in my belongings and sit on the couch allowing Jasmine to comfort me after I share every detail of this disastrous day that was supposed to be one of the happiest days of my life.
“What about your marriage, Claire? Do you really want a divorce?” I could see the worry on her face. She knew much I loved Leonardo.
“I think I’ve suppressed myself for so long by being with Leo. I have to consideration that I have a child now. I’m pregnant.” I look into her eyes expecting the worst of reactions. But Jasmine was beaming in a smile. She was so excited for me and excited I’d
told her.
“Does Leonardo know?” She asks quietly as if his ears were nearby.
“No. I didn’t get the chance to tell him.” Although he gave me the chance, I decided against sharing
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the news of our child with him. I couldn’t bring myself to.
“I’m so excited for you! But what will you do now?” I appreciated Jasmine’s support and her question. It made me think about what I want for my future and who I want to be in that future – especially for my
child.
“I think my first task is to find a job. I do have a remarkable degree but with no experience.” I admired Jasmine for having her own career. I wanted to have my own career as well. I used to be Leonardo’s secretary before we were together but his family convinced him that the scandals and rumors in the office would be shameful and I was forced to resign – being resigned to a housewife instead. I even buried the dreams of having an amazing career for my husband. It led me to
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wonder what else I had buried and robbed myself of – for this marriage?
“You should restart your career!” Jasmine chimes
- in.
“I’m going to at least try.” Whether it be successful or not, I owed myself that.
My greatest fear is that no company will even consider hiring me after hearing I have no
experience in architectural design and that I was pregnant.
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I thought Jordan’s offer for a moment. It seemed genuine but I quickly reject the idea. I don’t think it’s healthy to work for your friends and the thought of disappointing Jordan was not something I could bear. I didn’t want our friendship to be affected by my employment especially after I had just seen him for the first time in over five years.
