CHAPTER 40 A NEW JOB

Jane trudged through the front door, her heart heavy with the weight of her thoughts. She couldn't bear the idea of facing Fred again, not after everything that had happened. She needed a new start, a fresh beginning. And a new place where she wouldn't be falling in love or letting anyone fall in love with her. "Aunt Beatrice, I've made up my mind," Jane announced, determination in her voice. "I need a new job, one where I won't run into... him." Aunt Beatrice raised her head briefly. "Who's…he?" Jane wheezed and grabbed a cup, having no idea why she was holding it. "A guy I met at the restaurant Aunt Beatrice looked up from her needlework, concern etched on her face. "Oh, Jane, dear, are you sure that's wise? You've been working at Duke's for a while—" "I'm positive, Aunt," Jane interrupted, her jaw set. "I can't keep going back there, not after what happened. Please, can you help me find something else?" Aunt Beatrice nodded sympathetically. "Of course, dear. Let me see what I