It's Him

<p><em>If we are single at 40 let's get married.</em></p><p>That's the pact Janice should have had with Ben her best friend since high school. But she didn't because he was her best friend and only her best friend. Honestly. Yeah she thought he was sexy he always made her laugh and she could count on him for just about anything. But dating him? That was never a thought that crossed her mind.</p><p>Ben tried rekindling his love with his ex-girlfriend after years of being apart. She was beautiful had a caring spirit and was familiar. Oh and she was the mother to his fourteen-year-old daughter. Trying with her wasn't right though. It didn't take long for him to realize everything that was wrong with his ex was right with Janice.</p><p>But when he admits that to Janice will she forego their friendship in favor of more?</p><p> </p><p>Content Warning: This story includes details around pregnancy loss. I acknowledge that this detail may be difficult. I also encourage you to care for your safety and well-being.</p>