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When I arrive home Claire is already there.

The house is filled with a sweet smell of something that causes my stomach to angrily roar at me.

I walk into the kitchen and drop my keys on the counter, Claire turns are the sound.

"Hi, I'm making pancakes!" she smiles at me.

I love pancakes but I can't hide my excitement for something else.

"My manager, Chris, he asked me out on a date."

Claire's smile instantly faded and something flickered in her eyes.

But then her smile was back.

"Oh really? That's awesome, I'm happy for you Charlie. Now, let's eat."

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That night I lay in bed next to a sleeping Claire.

I stare at the ceiling.

My feelings for Claire needed to be forgotten, she could never love me like that...

Claire is smart and beautiful and passionate, she has a clear goal for her life and she is going so many places...she doesn't need someone like me tying her down.

I'm not good enough for her, I never will be.

Chris is a sweet guy...hopefully this date with him will help me get over Claire.

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