"Then why doesn't it feel that way?" I asked, genuinely wanting to know.
Claire sighed as she brushed some of my hair out of my face.
"Because they're all men and men are stupid," she replied bluntly.
I snorted despite the situation.
"Okay, how about this?" She said. "I won't force you to come stay with us, but... you have to work with me on everything, okay? No more shutting everyone out and yourself in. You have try to want to be happier, to move on. I can't help you if you refuse to believe me."
"It's just so hard," I mumbled, looking down at my lap.
"I know, but..." she trailed off for a moment, giving me a curious look. "Why do you believe everything Julia says but not me? Why can't my words stick in your head? Hmm?"
"I guess you have a point," I replied, sniffling. "I'll work
