Rebirth Into My Second Chance

Claude's got his ways to keep me down, that's for sure.

He's after Kate, yet he can't seem to let me go.

The only reason I can think of is he's worried about his reputation. I mean, if a high-profile lawyer can't take care of the daughter of the person who saved his life, what would people say? Talk about being possessive.

"An internship is a great opportunity. Do well, and you might just land a scholarship. Make sure you report to the hospital tomorrow."

I nodded in agreement, grateful for the lifeline my professor had thrown me.

Claude's trying to sabotage my future, no doubt about it.

Lucky for me, I had my credit card on me. With some cash in my pocket, I could still make a play.

No sooner had I left the professor's office than I got a call from Kate. Annoying people always know when to bombard you.

"What's up?"

best of moods, but she didn't seem to take offense. "Claire, I'd like to take you

even decline, she continued, "Claude and I both see you as a little sister. You've been a bit rebellious lately, moving out and living on your own. Mrs. Hart hasn't heard yet, and it would really

ran into those two this morning, it's been one hassle after another, all thanks to

for me. She approached me with a gentle smile. "How about considering this as a dinner invite from

lead

restaurant styled like a classic American diner, and Kate guided me into a private

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Claude always mentioned how much he adores you, his little sister. When I first saw you, I thought you were so beautiful, it was almost intimidating," she said while getting

know that the Hilton family's cows lived better than

near the Hilton family's standards,

was a far

barely taken two sips when the door to the booth

causing trouble again? Your issues with Kate have nothing to do with me. If you have a problem, come to me," Claude stormed in, thinking I was the

felt guilty

being humiliated at school, I'd come crawling back to