“Oh, Brad. He’s just some guy I’m seeing. I met him at the office. Oh, did I tell you? I started a new job. I’m working at this fashion magazine. I’m a writer there.”
Well, this was all news to him. She started a new job. And was seeing some guy named Brad.
Damien didn’t know what to do with all this new information.
Suddenly, the need to smash something was stronger than ever.
Trying to keep his jealousy at a minimum, Damien said, “Well, congrats. New apartment, new job, and new guy. All in that order too.”
“Thanks. It’s good to know there’s been someone on my side all along.” After that, she looked away and said, “It’s been hard, you know. Breaking things off with Noel. Quitting the drugs cold-turkey. Getting back on my feet. Getting the job…But now that things are looking up, I r
