Charles, no matter the outcome, you should feel proud of yourself for taking the chance. That's what will instill more self-confidence the next time, and women find confidence attractive....as long as you don't get so confident you become arrogant!
But, in the interim, it may not be over. It's just possible that Claire "never saw you in that way before", but might start now....
::::::: No disrespect to Axiom, but my favorite woofer is my yellow lab :::::::