Claire's POV
When I got to Valerie's house, she was about to prepare for work. She opened the door and stood there for a while, watching me. We stared at each other for some time.
"Can I come in?"
"Sure. Good morning."
"First and foremost, I'd like to apologise for what happened the other day…" I started.
"Would you like to drink something, Claire?" She asked, interrupting my speech.
"No, I am fine. Can you just sit down and listen to me? I know you must be upset with me. I don't know what came over that day. I don't know why I said those things about Damian. I'm so sorry, Val."
I said and began to sob afresh. I hope Valerie will not see through this little drama and find out that I'm not being sincere.
She placed her hand on my shoulders and drew me in for a warm
