Bound By Blood, Torn By Love
Den's presence was like an open wound, a constant reminder of what she'd lost.
Mrs. Garfield sighed, her hand resting gently on Julie's arm. "Julie, you are a brilliant architect, and this project with Den is a golden opportunity. Don't let your past… your emotions, cloud your judgment."
"I won't." Julie promised, though she wasn't entirely convinced.
The silence returned, a heavy weight pressing down on them. After washing and drying their hands, Julie walked into the living room, her steps deliberate, her heart heavy.
"Julie, come sit down." Mr. Garfield called, his voice a touch strained. "We need to talk."
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