In the middle of all this excitement, Clara drops a bombshell: she's moving.
We're sitting at our favorite café when she tells me. "I've been offered a position in Paris," she says, her eyes wide with both excitement and nervousness. "It's an amazing opportunity, but I'm torn. I don't want to leave you guys."
I'm stunned for a moment, processing the news. Clara has been my rock through so much, and the idea of her being halfway across the world feels strange. But I can see how much this opportunity means to her.
"You have to go," I say, smiling through the emotions. "This is huge, Clara. You can't pass it up."
She looks relieved by my support. "I was so worried you'd be upset."
"I'll miss you like crazy," I admit. "But this is your dream. You've always wanted to live in Paris."
Over the next few weeks, we help Clara prepare for her move. There are moments when the reality of her leaving hits me hard, but I remind myself that this is a new chapter for both of us. We'll always stay connected, no matter the distance.
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