Regretting Divorce

Her phone froze for a few minutes as the notifications loaded. She had about two hundred thousand plus notifications, which were multiplying with passing seconds, and about five thousand plus messages in her Dms. The latter were alone from the people who followed her. Then there was double of that in her requests. 

Claire went to the recent comments she received on the last picture she had shared. It was of herself and Hunter kissing. She made this post in the morning on their anniversary day. 

Her eyes filled with tears but she didn’t let them fall. She read some of the comments and clutched her heart as they were so heartfelt. 

“I came to know about Claire when she got married to Hunter. Wasn’t really her fan because I liked Hunter better with the true love of his life, which was Zara. But seeing what happened with Claire over the days I can’t help but shift into team Claire. Lots of love and support to you Claire. Do not think you are alone in this phase. We are there with you.” 

There were fifty thousand plus likes on this one comment alone and about one thousand plus replies to it. 

Someone else wrote, “Tbh Zara always clicked negative to me. I was happy she was gone and Hunter met Claire. I’m blown away with the current turn of events in their lives though. But I can bet with my life, it’s Zara’s doing. You know like those ex–girlfriends returned with the motive to snatch her ex–boyfriends again in novels? Zara is here for money and luxury. I 

hate her. 

Another one wrote, “I personally asked my friends and colleagues to not react or forward on Claire’s clip of bleeding. I literally cried seeing her like that. No woman deserves to go through that just because she loves someone so much. 

Happy tears multiplied as she continued to read more from supportive people. 

“Claire is a superwoman. I have a five year old daughter which I would like to turn out like her. But yeah, I would teach my daughter to shoot her man’s ball if he ever tried to hurt her that way. Claire baby, I am in your Dms. If you ever need to talk to someone or have ideas on how to make her cheating man pay back you can count on me.” 

“Claire, as beautiful as you are from the outside, your inside is immensely beautiful. Don’t worry about anything. We are with you. 

Then there were some who were loyal to Team Claire, and who literally just attacked Zara openly. 

“It’s Zara’s fault. Can someone make that bitch go back to where she came from?” 

“If I’m an innocent looking vixen with a pretty scented pussy you can lick for free had a face…. It would be Zara’s.” 

I can die for Hunter’s gorgeous body but I was happy to share him with Claire. Where did this fox come from? Go to hell Zara. Don’t come back.” 

Then there was some talk about Hunter. But not much. Whatever was written on him was mostly nice things, and that he was probably brainwashed by Zara to do it. Some said that it was sexy that Hunter left the wife he didn’t love for the woman who was the queen of his heart. 

Claire stuck her tongue out and made a vomiting noise. 

She perceived it was his PR team that was taking care of it. Hunter pretty much controlled everything, being the wealthiest man in Bloomcrest. It wouldn’t be hard for his PR to reach out to social media platforms and ask them to filter out the negative comments. 

Setting her phone down, Claire licked her lips. 

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“I missed out on so many things in these weeks. I want to be active again. But how?” She mostly spoke to herself. 

“Don’t rush because of all the good comments you read. You know these users on the internet can be unpredictable. They are supporting you today. And if tomorrow they hear about Zara’s rape story, they will jump into her team to give her strength and make her trend number one for months. Penelope put a hand on her shoulder as she pointed at her phone that her friend was using again to read the comments. 

“You are right. They are the same people who found Hunter sexy for leaving me on our anniversary night to kiss Zara when he was anything but a jerk! 

Penny nodded in agreement. “People on the internet belong to no team. They enjoy the drama that unfolds and with each new twist that is discovered they jump sides 

“But still I want to let them know that I am not gone forever. I mean, I may be taking my time to recover but someday I’ll be out there again. I need to take my revenge on Hunter and his new wife, which is not possible in the way I want unless I become active on SNS again.” 

Penelope agreed with a hum as she started to brainstorm. Then she said, 

“Why don’t you make a thrilling post?” 

“A thrilling post? Care to elaborate.” 

“A blank post you know, with a caption that celebrities often leave when someone in their family or friends die or when they have to make an announcement 

get what you are trying to imply” Claire smirked at her. “And I think I already know what I want to write.” 

Saying that, Claire covered the camera of her phone and clicked a black picture. She went to Inst grm to post it as is and wrote the following caption: 

[I’m sure by now all of you know what happened in my life. Long story short I was punished/abandoned/betrayed for loving too much, divorced for caring too much, and oppressed to the level that I miscarried my baby because their actions mattered to me too much. 

Within three weeks, my life collapsed like a house of cards. 

This month was a roller–coaster. I fell down, I got up again. Then again 1 fell down and got up. The third time I fell, my baby paid for it with his life (Stay blessed and healthy wherever you are darling. Mommy still loves you a lot) and now I’m still trying to get up. 

But don’t worry. I won’t take long. I’m almost on my knees. All I need is just a hand to pull me up while my family and friends hold my back for me so I don’t fall back again. 

11l be back as soon as I find that hand which will pull me up on my feet. Till then, wait for 

my return 

And thanks to those who kept me in their prayers and truly stayed on my side during this time. Trust me, it will not be forgotten. 

Love love, 

Claire Dominic Argent.] 

She wrote her name in bold so they (especially Hunter, if he ever saw this post) would know that she was single, and up on the market again. 

She shared it both on Inst grm and Faceb**k leaving others as the knew it won’t be long before her post was forwarded and reposted on those platforms. 

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“Let’s play some table tennis, Claire tossed her phone and got up. 

Behind her Penelope scratched her head as she stared at her phone, mumbling. “I don’t know where your new found determination will take you, Claire, I just hope you don’t end up remorseful.” 

When they got bored with table tennis they came to the living room to watch a movie. Penelope expelled a sigh as she was bored sitting in the home with Claire for a week. Though she controlled her work online, she was a social butterfly who reveled in visiting new and open places where she could take pictures and flaunt her dresses. 

She threw popcorn on Claire and muttered. “Let’s go out to a mall or amusement park, Laire. I can’t stay inside these four walls any more. Every object is coming to bite me.” 

“I’m comfortable here. You go.” Claire tossed popcorn in her mouth. 

She was skeptical to face the crowd that would gather around her. It has only been a week and her news was still trending. Claire wanted to wait until everything died down. Or until a new controversy was making headlines and not her. 

“Come on, Claire, have mercy on me. I know you are afraid to go out yet. I swear I’ll protect you. We can take the guards your father appointed for you.” 

Claire denied with a shake of head. But Penelope kneeled down before her. She took her hands and expressed with wide excited eyes, “How about a vacation to another country where no one knows about you!” Content bel0ngs to Nôvel(D)r/a/ma.Org.

“It won’t work. I’m sure my news is everywhere in the world. I don’t want their pitiful look.” 

“Hey, you will never be able to move on if you keep that perspective. Come on, get up, we’ll plan a vacation.” 

Then Penelope got up to retrieve a laptop. She plopped down on the couch next to Claire. She was about to search for holiday locations when Scott and Shawn joined them. 

“Hi beautiful ladies, what are you doing?” Shawn tried to flirt with Penny. 

He sat next to her. His hand was an inch away from grazing her bare knee that Penelope thwacked away. He winced as he stretched his red hand back, squinting his eyes. 

“Stay in your limits, boy. You are still too young to flirt with me Penelope gave him a side eye while Scott laughed at his heart’s content. 

“You are a vicious woman.” Shawn grumbled. 

Avoiding his looks, Penelope showed some places to Claire. 

“Looking for a holiday location?” Scott sat beside his sister while pecking at the laptop. 

“Yeah, Penelope wants to go out.” 

“Cool, you can join us then.” Scott announced. 

“You guys are going somewhere?” Claire looked at her brother with arched eyebrows. 

“A lot happened in the last few days. We thought a change of air would do great before we resume our university. That’s why we planned to visit Shawn’s family home in RavenMoore.” 

Shawn was actually born in Raven Moore to the wealthiest family of Murphys. However, due to their expanding business, his father migrated to Bloomcrest to handle their business here when Shawn was a child. While his elder brother, Tyler Murphy, handled their business from RavenMoore. 

“My grandparents are going to celebrate their forty–fifth wedding anniversary. It’s going to be a grand celebration. My parents said that I can bring as many friends as I can. So I’m taking Scott along.” Shawn spoke, looking at Claire. “My 

grandparents will be moved if you come with us, Claire. You know, they always had a soft spot for you.” 

Shawn winked at Scott as he gave him a thumbs up as if saying: Hope I am doing as s you wanted it. Scott flashed both his thumbs as no one was looking at him before putting a hand around his sister’s shoulders. “I thought I would have to strive hard to get you moving. All that I have to do now is carry your bags for you.” Scott hugged his sister while in the back of his mind he evilly smirked. He was hoping to help his sister move on. 

According to him, she spent enough time crying over her good–for–nothing husband’s betrayal, and mourning over her divorce and baby’s death. It was bound to happen, which is why it happened. 

He was willing to offer the hand she cited in her Inst*gr*m post. 

“I don’t think I can. 

“Ugh, don’t act like a child, Claire. Remember, you every time she reminds him who is the elder. 

are a grown up. A grown up!!!” Scott mimicked her tone that she uses 

And though Claire wasn’t feeling like going, she agreed because she didn’t want to upset her brother. Penelope clapped her hands. As long as she was getting to go out of the house, she was elated beyond measure. 

The following night, they packed their bags and flew over to RavenMoore in their private jet 

Her parents shed tears of joy and gratitude. This was her first step towards going back to her normal life. Dominic also transferred a filthy crazy amount of money in her bank so she could devour shopping and go to places of her choice. carefreely. 

As soon as they landed and stepped out of the airport in the early morning, Scott peered over his sister’s back, who was walking ahead of him with Penelope. 

“Plan A is successful, Shawn. We managed to get Claire out of the house with us.” Scott whispered in his ear. 

“Yeah, but I still can’t get over your words, ass hole. You called me awkward and ugly.” With a sad look, Shawn clutched his chest showing his agony. 

Scott rolled his eyes, “Truth is bitter, my friend” 

A striking black and glistening Mercedes–Benz S–Class has arrived with a well–dressed chauffeur to pick them up. One look at the car and Penelope’s jaw slackened. Because it was not a car but a testament of classiness and luxury. 

The chauffeur greeted them politely before arranging their luggage in the back. They ensconced inside and the car embarked towards Murphy’s family home. 

“Wow, the atmosphere here is heavenly. Much better than Bloomerest. Isn’t it, penny?” Claire peeked out the window as a jubilant look crossed her face.. 

The weather was clean and the air was fresh to breathe. 

What Penelope replied faded out as Scott admired his sister’s beautiful smile. This smile was the reason that they were here. 

I will never let you cry again, Laire. You suffered enough in your life. It’s time that you live your life for yourself. And I’m sure the man I chose for you will make it ten times more enchanting than the man you divorced.” 

Scott thought as he recalled how he came to play cupid in his sister’s life. 

Flashback. 

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He was sitting in a bar with his friends, downing scotch. His face was dull and no matter how much his friends requested him, he didn’t move from his stool and the serving counter. 

“How long are you going to act like a girl mourning for losing her virginity to the wrong guy, Scottie?” Shawn nudged him with an elbow as he was bored sitting next to him while their other friends enjoyed groping hot girls on the dance floor. 

But then he was the best friend, and unlike others, he had to sacrifice his desires and choose to keep company with Scott. 

“I can’t see Claire like this, Shawn. I know her smiles are fake. She shows like she’s okay but she’s not happy from within.” Gritting his teeth, Scott glared at his glass. “She loved that cunt with all her heart. I know he still resides there.” 

“You can’t blame her. First love is always special even if it is painful.” 

“But why still linger when everything is over?” 

“Don’t be a pussy, Scott! She lost the man she loved and her baby at the same time. You would know the pain if you loved someone truly with your heart and had a uterus.” 

“Not everyone thinks with their dick like you” Shawn massaged his raging temples. All thanks to his best friend and his stupid questions. 

“I don’t want to fall in love for the very same reason my sister is suffering” 

Shawn kept quiet. But then his eyes lit up with an idea and he spoke, “Dude, why don’t we help Claire move on? 

“We can introduce a guy in her life who is better and hotter than her ex–husband. One who leaves your sister slick we weak in the knees. Surely, such a man will easily distract her from her pain and make her want to move on.” 

Fury blinded Scott. He fisted the front of Shawn’s tee and pulled him close. 

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He was about to punch him when his eyes opened. An eyebrow went up as a thoughtful look replaced the angry one. Scott loosened his hold on Shawn as he muttered, “Not a bad idea though.” 

Tbc… 

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