Chapter 19

“Everything I did Scott. I did because I thought It was best for us all. I didn't want to but I knew I had to, but in short, about 4 weeks after we returned to the apartment. I found out I was pregnant. A week later, I moved back home to Texas. I cried every single day, but I knew it was for the best. My aunt Teresa helped me start up my business. When my business started to bring in some money. I moved the kids out here to start afresh.” she scrub her hand over her face as she finishes.

“ why not tell at least me? Didn't you think I should know I took part in bringing two new lives into the world? We just needed to talk, Claire. Like I had begged you the day you left “ I question her as our eyes finally connect.

“How could I Scott? You're a married man with an entire life and family I wasn't part of. Your daughter is…… was…… my best friend. I didn't want to hurt anyone.”, her bottom lips tremble and I can tell she's fighting off tears.

“And now. How do you feel about me? Do you still