Trying too Hard
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  • Reads 1,220
  • Votes 41
  • Parts 21
  • Time 2h 43m
Complete, First published Apr 21, 2012
"But Carmen said-"I whined but then he shot me a funny look and I remain silent. I just broke one of Carmen's rules. The number one rule. Never tell Josh anything. How was she going to help me now?

"Carmen? Why are you talking to my ex?? Josh asked, looking confused.

I drop my head and stared at the floor. This was not going to end well. Might as well tell the whole truth now.

"She said she was only trying to help me," I explained, feeling disappointed. I close my eyes so I wouldn't have to see the look on his face. Can't I do anything right?

Josh set his hands gently around my chin and lifted my head up a bit. He was no longer sitting but standing in front of me. Looking at me with loving eyes. Why haven't I notice that before?

    "Iva, Iva Iva," Josh said with a chuckle. "There is so many reasons why I broke up with Carmen. I don't know what lies she told you but whatever she said isn't true. She's always been good at making people feel bad about themselves and using it to her advantage."

"Carmen has her ways that didn't exactly fit my type. She had the looks for it but not the personality."

I was sad for a moment to hear him say that but he would let me put my chin down just yet.

"But you Iva, you have everything. You have the looks and you're so innocent and cute and a wonderful person to be around and it makes me happy to be around you. Don't let anyone tell you any different. This is exactly how I feel about you."  He explained.

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