The Deal Breaker (Part two)

Delora Wright watched Luna intently as she spoke animatedly. She thought she was an excellent girl and was sure she could position her.- So - she began - tell me what position you're interested in.Luna looked at her doubtfully. It seemed like a trick question, was the boss asking her what job she wanted to do? She decided to answer confidently.- I don't know, could you tell me what I can do?Delora smiled.- Of course, you can use your photography skills, I saw your portfolio and found it quite interesting. You would work for local productions and you would work mostly in the editorial sector. Although there is also the possibility of covering our events; you will travel to various places, you will enjoy the benefits...but it's not necessary if you don't want to. You can also be a copywriter, we can assign you a couple of events and interviews to do. Keep in mind that every option needs your time and willingness.Luna went over her options. She didn't want to travel too much, her m

Portia's crying came to the fore. She didn't want Luna to leave. Entering her room, Luna quickly ran to hug her. Without realizing it, she had missed her so much.Portia had become a very important little person to her. Too important.She loved her so much and had become so used to being with her on a daily basis that it was no longer normal to wake up and be alone in her cold apartment, without any noise, everything practically gray and white with the dull illumination of the sun.James, on the other hand, had been mostly quiet. Cold, sitting in the uncomfortable chair by the door, while he had every bit of grumpiness, and seemed impatient for Luna to leave the place, so he could be with his daughter quietly.Portia was crying and Luna was looking at her sadly. Well, she didn't want to leave, but she had been there a long time, and she didn't want James to act that stupid just because of her presence. Luna hugged Portia tightly.- I'll be back tomorrow. I promise. - She said as she t

Luna had been with Portia at the hospital for almost 3 hours. She had loved her gift. She had had an excellent time with her, except for James. She had decided to stay at least a week in town, since that was Portia's limit at the hospital. They hoped to discharge her in the next few days. They had all been happy to hear that the little girl was recovering, and James...James. They hadn't talked much, but she was sure he had a lot to say. The next few days went the same way, when Luna was there, he would leave. If James was there, she was there. That behavior seemed incomprehensible, for there was no reason for them to act that way. There was no previous fight, nor anything of that nature that could suggest tension between the two of them. It had all started because of James, and Luna did not understand why. In fact, they had both been crying like brats when they said goodbye, but apparently, their pride had won out and if one yelled, the other yelled louder, and so on, until today.On

- What? - Luna asked. James paled.- What? - he answered. Even he seemed surprised at his sudden confession.He had a strange look on his face. I couldn't decipher what he was feeling, if he regretted saying the last thing or if he was waiting for an answer.- James...- I'm sorry. - He said upset. His look was nervous. He shoved one hand into his left pocket while the other he used to awkwardly ruffle his hair.- Why? - Luna asked confused.Why was he apologizing to her? Those words had been the most beautiful words she had heard all month.- I'm confusing you, I know. I'm sorry, I didn't mean to.- Then stop doing it. - she replied firmly.- How am I supposed to do that? - he uttered in an almost inaudible whisper.- By making up your mind for once.He didn't answer. He threatened to leave, and Luna felt her heart break again. Was he going to tell her he loved her and then leave? She was about to close the door, when she saw James was about to speak.- I think I've already done it.

Luna went straight to the bathroom.-Honey, are you okay? -She asked, waiting for an answer from Lily, who had run into the bathroom to throw up.-Yes...yes..." she said coming out of the first bathroom, "I'm...fine. -She said and burst into tears.Luna looked at her sweetly.- I know you're going through something difficult, Lily. But think of the good things, he's your son, you're not going to be alone, not anymore. -She said trying to make Lily feel good.-I know, but... it's not how I would have liked it. My boyfriend... -she said sadly.-I know, but he can understand. He'll understand you, Lily. You have a right to be happy.-You're right. -Should I tell him? -She asked, looking at Luna tenderly.Luna nodded.-He'll really appreciate the fact that you're honest with him. It's worse if you keep it from him.-Do you still have the test? -she asked.Lily had taken it a week ago in a supermarket bathroom with Luna.-Sure, it's in my purse. I left it at home, but I can give it to you