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CHAPTER 33: THE LOVE STORY
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Flashback….
Leo was her first love and they had imagined themselves together forever, making babies and Rachel knew that he would be a great father.
Rachel and Leo had a completely magical year together. He was, and is, very confident and successful. On reflection, there was a class difference but they were deeply tuned into each other’s energies.
He was born and brought up in a wealthy business family while her parents were immigrants and just wanted her to get a good education, and have a stable career.
Finding her feet in life was quite difficult. She worked hard at school for everything, including going to university but found the career thing overwhelming, especially finding her own direction.
"Hey, Rachel ! Finally after a month we're talking," Leo said excitedly.
"Hi Leo ! I know. It's great to hear your voice. I really wanted to focus on
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