Rebirth Into My Second Chance

Chapter 180

I frowned slightly. My fellow researcher, Allen Ramsey, was also known for his obsession with experiments, much like me. We weren't social butterflies, which meant we spent most of our days in the lab, making us academic siblings in arms. And then there was the fact that he was Director Ramsey's son. Director Ramsey had tried playing matchmaker between us, but he eventually gave up, given my rather frosty demeanor.

"We'll go," I urged. "Director Ramsey is counting on us for this material project. Without the materials, we're pretty much stuck."

Allen agreed, "Okay, I'll swing by your place to pick you up. If I'm driving, I won't drink, and since you're a lady, you'll likely be spared, too."

With a nod, I returned to my apartment to change out my black dress, which felt too formal compared to my usual white tee and jeans combo.

After checking the date, I realized it had been a month since my last period. If I were pregnant, I'd need another week to be sure. I had been holding out for that day.

recent cases with burned bodies? I'd like to come over and

moment," he stammered before

Since he moved out and had his driver deliver birth control to me, resentment had grown deep

Max...' Just as I was in thought, the doorbell rang. Expecting Allen, I

to the bone and apparently

"Claire, I'm getting married, and you're not even a bit upset? Why have you changed so much in just two months?

sorry. But you're getting married tomorrow. Showing up here now will make Kate use

she could have me kidnapped or killed with a

give you all the support you need. I'll always be there for you." Claude's

need." I refused because he was the storm in my life,

the door, but he