LOVE ME TENDERLY

Rosa lies down in despair on the bed in her room. In the end, things didn't go so well as she thought. Today was the last day of her trial and finally she becomes a divorced woman. Her tears flow in spite of herself because she doesn't know how her life will be from now on. Yet her mother has done everything to prevent her from embarking on this divorce which she considers perilous for the future of her daughter. But... Did Rosa have a choice? Eleven months of marriage with Henri Barbusse and during these months, she sacrificed herself for the satisfaction of her in-laws . She wanted to be the model wife but unfortunately, Henri Barbusse did not give her time to fulfill her dreams of being a good wife because he was always unfaithful. Indeed, the door of Rosa's room is pushed carefully. “ Hello my flower! ” Said her father Colin Morisot in a powerful but tender voice. Rosa who was crying silently carefully wipes her tears. " Yes dad " she replied in turn. Then she walks towards him. Colin Morisot opens his arms to welcome her. After , Rosa froze for a moment before recovering herself. Then she walks towards her father's arms. " My darling ! You made the right decision. Never doubt. And even less regret. As for your mother, leave her a time to accept your decision " he added " But Daddy....." " I know. Give her time. You will see that after calming down, she will understand you. Don't forget that you are our only child. Understand her too because it is difficult for her. Besides, after this divorce, you will be despised by others.Being a divorced woman in our community is not an easy thing. Your mother just cares about you." He said Rosa just shakes her head in approval.Then she smiles to reassure her father. In fact, Rosa knew it. After this divorce, things will not be easy for her. But when she started the procedure, she thought she was strong enough to handle anything. But now she wonders how to deal with harsh reality, society and people's judgments. Now her whole life seems to be lost. She has to start all over again. The next morning Rosa rushed to go out. She wears a white shirt and a black skirt. Her long hair tied back, her clear and clean face with a fine and delicate line remained without makeup. It is with eagerness that she sat down at the table to take her breakfast. “ Where are you going? ” Her mother Berthe suddenly asks, noticing the bag in her daughter's hand. "Ah ; Mom ! Good morning. I'm going to work." Rosa replied briefly. Colin Morisot who was in a corner smiled. He knew his daughter is a strong woman. He would be surprised to see her sitting at home crying the tears of her body for her ex-husband. She deserved better. She would surely meet the one who was destined for her. " Rosa, are you aware that you are now a divorced woman? " Her mother's words haunt her and she squeezes her hand under the table... " Mom. It's not a crime." " You...." Her mother Berthe is very angry. " It's good ! Leave the girl. She must rebuild herself and we must rather support her. " Intervenes Colin Morisot Rosa stands up and smiles to her parents. Then she leaves the house. For the first, she is waiting for the bus. Before, she had her own car but it was her ex-husband Henri Barbusse who drove her to the office. But now that she's divorced, she has to fend for herself. After taking the bus, Rosa went to the DUBOIS group. This is her new workplace and she has been hired as the secretary of this company. She finally arrives at her destination and the receptionist had trouble recognizing her. Her name is Juliette and she warmly welcomed Rosa. However, Rosa is well known in the city. Her father Colin Morisot also owns an important company in the city but his company cannot compete with that of the DUBOIS group. " Hello." Rosa said with a smile. " Hello Ms..." Juliette takes a break when she notices her mistake. " You're Colin Morisot's daughter, aren't you? Sorry. I realized it that now." Rosa smiled slightly. " It's fine." She replied, waving her hand. It is obvious that the receptionist had not recognized her quickly and therefore she has nothing to blame her for . So she continues on her way with the receptionist.The Dubois group is so vast that it will be difficult for Rosa to find her office so easily. " It's here Mrs. Morisot." Said Juliette " Thank you." Rosa replied. After thanking the receptionist, Rosa nervously sat down at her desk. And since she was once a secretary in her father's group, she knows very well what to do. In his office, Bastien Dubois has his head in the documents. Suddenly, his hoarse and imposing voice rings out : " Coffee ! " He even seems to show annoyance. At this time of the morning his coffee must have already been served. In fact, he just arrived barely five minutes ago. But since he has a personal elevator that takes him to his office, Rosa did not know that President Bastien Dubois is already there to serve him coffee. After Bastien Dubois' request, his assistant rushes to call on Rosa. According to him, the new secretary will really have a hard time. " Miss Morisot where is the president's cafe ? " asked the assistant. " Oh sorry. But, he's not here yet, so..." " Miss Morisot ! President Dubois is waiting for his coffee." Added the assistant. She was going to inform the assistant that the president hadn't arrived yet but she seems to understand something. Thus, Rosa carefully prepares Bastien's coffee and goes to his office. When she arrives, she knocks lightly on the door. The assistant quickly opens the door and the president's face is so dark and cold. " Here's the coffee. " Said Rosa, placing it on the desk. She was simply dressed but elegant. During this time, the simplicity in her gestures and her light perfume attracted the president. For the first time, the young president Bastien of the Dubois groups felt destabilized and uncomfortable. And to remedy this, with a dull noise he swings the cup of coffee. "Another." He orders. After this act, he thought he felt good. But the answer of the young woman Rosa disturbed him. " Okay." She said simply. Then she turning back to search for another cup. Rosa didn't seem distressed. She didn't show any emotional instability either.