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Chapter 5 A Shattered Dream

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New York, United States of America. Six months ago.

Claire's eyes could not move from Michael, who now looked so dazzling in his dark blue shirt. Shiny short black hair frames his face, which has a distinctive brown skin that is so exotic. His sharp nose and strong jaw emphasize his appearance, which looks perfect as if he is a special sculpture God likes most.

Claire's body began to tremble, reacting to the look in Michael's eyes on her. From that look, she knew that Michael admired her appearance, giving silent praise for the perfect looks that Claire had put on tonight.

Claire covered her lips with one hand while her other was stretched out in Michael's grip. Her heart skipped a beat as Michael's feet began to kneel in front of her.

“You know that I've known you almost half my life. And at the same time, you also know me for a long time. We spent our youth together. I always share happiness, sadness, disappointment, and everything that happens in my life with you, and you do the sam
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