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Document Information

Type: Manuscript / memoir / creative writing excerpt
File Size: 1.82 MB
Summary

This document appears to be a page from a memoir, novel, or personal manuscript found within the House Oversight files (marked 018625). The text is a first-person narrative by a woman named Clarisse, detailing her romantic interactions and emotional reflections regarding a man she nicknames 'Mr. Ambition,' while also referencing a past relationship with a man named Richard. The writing style is literary and introspective, focusing on themes of vulnerability, emotional strength, and relationship dynamics.

People (5)

Name Role Context
Clarisse Narrator / Author
The narrator of the story, referred to by name by a friend in the final paragraph. Describes herself as a 'storyteller'.
Mr. Ambition Subject / Romantic Interest
A pseudonym or nickname for a male character the narrator is involved with. He is described as wanting an 'emotional ...
Richard Past Relationship
A former partner of the narrator, mentioned as a comparison to current relationship struggles.
Unidentified Friend (Male) Associate
A friend the narrator speaks to about Mr. Ambition's request for an emotional journey.
Best Girlfriend Associate
A friend present when Mr. Ambition mentions enjoying drama.

Timeline (3 events)

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A conversation regarding emotional vulnerability where Mr. Ambition tells the narrator she can walk into a trap if she is strong enough.
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A night out where Mr. Ambition expresses a desire for an 'emotional journey'.
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A night out with the narrator's best friend where Mr. Ambition mentions enjoying drama.
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Relationships (2)

Clarisse Romantic / Dating Mr. Ambition
Narrator realizes she could fall in love with him; physical intimacy described.
Clarisse Ex-Partner Richard
Narrator mentions 'I've been here before, with Richard.'

Key Quotes (4)

"If you're strong enough... then you can walk into a trap."
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"I definitely could fall in love with this man, I realized."
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"I just want someone to take me on an emotional journey"
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"Yeah, I'm pretty sure Clarisse knows how to create arbitrary amounts of drama at any time."
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something, or give a little, it makes a tiny bit of difference. Maybe you just have to stay open. Keep trying. These things build up."
"You don't understand," I snapped. "You don't know him! Maybe he really cares, but even if he does, it doesn't matter! Things always end up the same. If I mention emotions, or if I act warm to him, he'll ignore me for a while... and then he'll be cold to me again. I'm telling you, I've been here before, with Richard. It's a trap."
Mr. Ambition didn't waver. "If you're strong enough," he said simply, "then you can walk into a trap."
His words made my heart crack, my breath catch. Made me feel like I've forgotten everything I knew about love.
When I was younger, I thought of my emotional strength like water: an embrace that could make someone I loved feel lighter. Water is a slow, eroding force that pulls beauty from the unexpected. Water makes wood into twisted driftwood sculptures; sharp glass into opaque dim jewels; rocks into soft sand. Water will eventually reveal the heart of everything it touches. If you let it.
I hadn't thought of myself that way in a long time. I felt like Mr. Ambition was calling me out, reminding me of who I wanted to be. Maybe I protect myself better, these days. But vulnerability is not always a bad thing.
I definitely could fall in love with this man, I realized.
"You're really amazing," I said, and threw myself on his chest.
He put his arms around me. "So are you," he said.
* * *
As a storyteller, I often look back on my relationships and pick out foreshadowing: the omens. And by now, I recognize the omens even as they're happening... and sometimes I change my behavior, but usually I don't. Perhaps this state is what they call maturity.
One night while we were out, Mr. Ambition sighed in an offhand way. He seemed tired, out of sorts. "I just want someone to take me on an emotional journey," he remarked to me. Then he added, "... No offense."
I mentioned this to a friend, later: "Mr. Ambition says he wants me to take him on an emotional journey," I said.
"An 'emotional journey'? That shit gets old, though," said my friend. I laughed, and agreed with him.
Another night, Mr. Ambition mentioned something about enjoying drama. I was with my best girlfriend at the time; she and I looked at each other. "Careful what you wish for," I said.
My friend said, "Yeah, I'm pretty sure Clarisse knows how to create arbitrary amounts of drama at any time."
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