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Lean On Me EPILOGUE
FIFTEEN YEARS LATERClaire gazed at her reflection in the mirror as she prepared for her wedding. Once the makeup artist finished, she smiled and picked up her veil. At that moment, her father, Alex, knocked on the door. He entered the room, and upon seeing her, his eyes welled up with tears as he hugged her."You're so beautiful, princess," he whispered. "This day is one of the happiest days of my life.""Thanks, Dad," Claire replied, her voice filled with gratitude. "Thank you, Dad. None of this would have been possible without you."As those words left her lips, Claire's mind wandered back to a few months earlier. Ever since she had started college, Alex had encouraged her to learn about business, hoping that she would eventually take over from him. Although her younger brother had also shown interest in the family company, Alex believed Claire had greater potential. She had begun working alongside him and had grown into a successful businesswoman. Eventually, Alex had entrusted
Lean On Me I LOATHE YOU
After hearing Lucas's words, Claire broke down in tears. She was surprised by the things he had said – that he was threatened to marry her. She had thought her Dad merely spoke to his family, and he agreed because of the benefits he would enjoy as her husband. She knew he didn't love her, and she didn't expect him to act as though they were in love. But she was ready to win his heart and do anything for him. However, hearing his words only broke her heart. She also never knew that there was someone else in his life. If she had known, perhaps she would not have made such a request to her father.She thought about picking up her phone to call him but changed her mind. That wasn't the solution. Her father loved her so much that if she cried, even because of Lucas, He might take out his anger on him."What do I do?" she wondered. "We've only just gotten married today. Everyone was at the wedding, so many people were congratulating me. But it turns out that I'm nothing but a joke."After
Lean On Me STAY WITH ME
ONE YEAR LATERClaire got up from the bed and looked at the time; it was a few minutes past ten. She had waited for Lucas until she eventually slept off. She looked out the window and saw that he had driven in. She was surprised that he was back home.He barely spent a night at home, and each time he did, he stayed in the guest room. This time she was determined to get him to look at her. She had made a lot of plans, even bought his favorite perfume to use on her body. She also wore sexy lingerie, as she had read a lot of blogs and gotten tips on how to get his attention.After this, she walked over to the guest room to meet him. She held the handle of the door, hoping that it wouldn't be locked. When she pushed the door, she realized it was open and smiled. She walked over to the bed and saw him.He was lying down with his back on the bed and his face looking up. She took off the outer part of the lingerie, which covered her body, leaving herself with only the panties and bra top.As
Lean On Me HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
When Claire went to work, she found herself thinking about everything that had happened that morning. She didn't want to go to work on her anniversary.She knew that some of her employees would know about it. Some would be expecting that she would sit it out, spend the day at home, or do whatever she wanted to do with her husband since they always gave off the vibe of a happy and loving couple.If there was a function to attend, Lucas always made sure he went with her. They usually smiled for the camera and acted like the lovey-dovey couple. But only she knew that once they got back home, Lucas always returned to being the cold and uncaring husband whom she had done everything possible to please without success.Everything that had happened in the morning really hurt her. It was one thing to humiliate her when they were alone; she always swallowed it. But doing so in front of his friend?First of all, he brought his friend into the house without telling her. She ended up making a fool
Lean On Me ENJOY YOURSELF
After Claire ran into her room, she went back to her bed, crying until she eventually got tired.Seeing Asher in the house upset her because it was a reminder of how much she had sucked, not only in Lucas's eyes but also in anyone close enough to find out about his marriage.Apart from her hunger, she lay on her bed, not wanting to come out of her room. She had no intention of having a conversation with Asher. But then again, thinking about what he had said, she began to wonder if it was a good idea to speak to him. Yes, the way they had met was humiliating for her, but Asher didn't try to make fun of her for it; he was even willing to hear what she had to say.Was it possible that he could talk to Lucas for her? She didn't know how good their relationship was because she had never seen him with Lucas or heard anything about their relationship, but she was desperate at this point.If telling Asher about what she was going through could help her get through to Lucas, she was willing to
Lean On Me WHAT'S YOUR ENDGAME?
That night, Claire cried herself to sleep. In the morning, however, she told herself she couldn't stay at home. She felt that staying home would only make her more depressed, but she didn't have a close friend with whom she could share her feelings.Growing up, her father had been her closest friend. She was also close to her mom, but her mom was a bit strict. With her father, she could share anything she wanted. She didn't make many friends in school because she was focused on becoming a successful businesswoman like her father, Alex. He was her role model, and she sought to imitate him.However, when she finally realized she could make friends outside, it was too late because she couldn't keep up. Though she had some general friends, there was no one close enough. She eventually preferred it this way because she felt ashamed to share her marital problems, especially after portraying her marriage with Lucas as perfect.While getting ready for work, she heard Lucas arrive and glanced t
Lean On Me GAME ON
Claire spent the night in the hospital. She asked Asher to go back home since he had already seen that she was fine and she did not need him to babysit her. However, Asher refused, insisting that he was going to stay in the hospital with her.Throughout the night, he sat on the chair, staring at her. He only slept when she eventually fell asleep.When she opened her eyes, she saw him still sitting there. For the first time since she met him, she felt touched. Of course, she didn't understand what he was trying to do, but outside her parents, it was the first time she had ever received so much care.It was painful that it was coming from the person she did not expect, and it was also worrying that he was Lucas's friend. But she suddenly felt as though she had found someone she could share her burdens with."Well, he did say he was going to be here for a short time. Perhaps talking with him may help her situation, and it might also help me feel better."After the doctor discharged her th
Lean On Me CLUBBING
After Claire spoke, Asher's phone began to ring. He stared at his screen, shook his head, and quickly ended the call.She observed his actions and asked, "Is it something important?""What?" He asked, moving closer to her since he couldn't hear her over the loud music."I mean your phone. You just hung up on someone. Is there something important?""Oh no, nothing really," he replied.He noticed that Claire was staring at him, curious for more information.He continued, "Well, I told you about when I arrived. The first night I came here, I went to a club. I'm sure you must have heard from my conversation with Lucas that I'm a player with a reputation. So, I went to the club and met this girl. We hit it off immediately and had a passionate night together.""In the heat of the moment, I gave her my number, which is something I regret now.""I see. So she's calling you, and you find it disturbing?""Yeah, I mean, I'm no longer interested. The thing is, she was even the one who approached m
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