174 Being Used

Every morning was a new day for Calantha to update her journal on what had happened since she had been Divorced. Dear Journal, Today was the beginning of a new chapter in my life. As I stared into the great unknown, the path ahead shrouded in mystery, I felt a familiar flutter of anticipation. It's always the first steps that are the hardest, but with a deep breath and steadfast resolve, I placed one foot in front of the other, embarking on this journey of self-discovery. Each stride carried the weight of a thousand doubts, but the pull of possibility was stronger. No longer making me be defined by the past but forged by the challenges that lie ahead. With each step, a new chapter commences. I would be ready, I'm ready. "Calantha, I have high hopes for you. If you keep working by my side, you'll surely get promoted and a raise in the future," Ron said. "If you're not happy with your current position, I'll help you move to another one later." Calantha thought to herself, Well, I