LOGINLinda It’s my first Christmas with Mark, and I couldn’t be any happier. I spent all morning cooking and putting the final touches on the tree. I forced Mark to sleep over and make cookies with me the night before. At first, he was grumpy and complaining, but then he got into the spirit after I let
Mark nods and takes my hand, leading me outside. The rest of the family is gathered around the picnic table, chatting and laughing. Julian, Mark’s stepfather, is flipping burgers on the grill. He just seems like a normal guy, I think to myself. Mark’s older brother, Tobias, smiles at us. “Welcome,
Linda Saturday came too fast. I’m pacing back and forth as I’m a nervous wreck. I’m meeting Mark’s family today, and he is standing there grinning like it’s no big deal while I try to calm my nerves. We have been dating for a month, and this is my first time meeting his family, so it’s a big deal
Linda’s face lights up. “Really? I’m looking forward to meeting her too!” she exclaims, wrapping her arms around my neck and giving me a kiss. I chuckle and kiss her back. “I told you there was nothing to worry about.” “I know, but meeting your family is a big deal, you know?” she says, looking at
Mark A few weeks later. I can’t believe it. Linda and I are dating, and I feel like my head is in the clouds. Since when did I become such a sucker for love? I have no idea. We have been dating for a month now, and never in my life did I imagine I would be lounging on the sofa next to a beautif
Damn it. I’m a full grown woman; I shouldn’t be floating on cloud nine. Neither should I be falling for Mark this quickly, but I can’t fight the warm emotions growing within me. I wrap my arms around Mark’s neck, deepening the kiss as I let go of my inhibitions. His hands move higher up my thighs,
Hannah I'm restless, and I don't know why. Tobias hasn't answered his phone for two days. I know he is busy. And yes, I know we are in different time zones, but I can't help but worry. Did something happen to him? I have this terrible feeling in my gut. It churns and feels like a growing hole, ma
I lift an eyebrow. "Okay, excuse me for asking this, but if you got nothing to hide, what did you do before coming home?" "The first few hours were spent staring out into nothingness and trying to figure out what I wanted. The conclusion is that even though Sarah is dying, I still don't wish to let
Hannah Six Months Later "I don't need you to hire a housekeeper or whatever you call a female butler!" Tobias takes the water glass out of my hands and looks down at me with sensual eyes. Tall and muscle-bound, with a deceptively seductive smile. Gosh. Is it hot in here? He is basically walking
Hannah I'm warming my cold hands on my coffee cup. It's a nice morning, but I'm one of those who freeze even when it's warm. A growl from the carpet makes me smile. The puppy is fighting a toy on the floor, and Tobias is shaving inside the bathroom. But I don't hear his machine going anymore, so







