Marianne And Connell Novels & Stories

“You’re already holding it too tight. Loosen your grip before it snaps.” Marianne exhaled slowly, letting the tension ebb just slightly. Outside, the laughter from the porch rose again, Ari’s voice clear, Gavin’s bright and careless. Somewhere between them and the shadows in the kitchen, the currents of the night moved, unseen but potent. Elena placed her hand over Marianne’s. “No matter what happens,” she said, “we’ve got each other. That’s enough for now.” Marianne nodded, the corners of her mouth turning upward, small but determined. “For now,” she echoed.

Then he lay back and watched the drama unfold. "If you go out, must you find an opportunity where you can let Zac know about your whereabouts? I don't think he is going to marry you just to take revenge on Zac," Marianne muttered between her coughs. Katherine's gaze was definitely on Givon, but she did not miss a single word Marianne had told her. "There is something Marianne needs hands for. So I want you to close the door and wait for me," Katherine told Givon, and took her eyes to Marianne, placing the glass to her lips to help her drink.

At first, neither of them spoke. "Do you need something?" Anne finally broke the silence. Connor's voice was hoarse. "Anne, if you're going to marry for convenience, would you consider me?" "You broke up?" blurted Anne. "Mm." It was a long time before she received Connor's soft reply. After the wedding, Anne learned the truth. Connor had taken Felicia on a sea voyage. As the boat neared the shore, she had fallen overboard. Connor immediately jumped in to save her.

Connor said, smirking against her skin. “Why don’t you take your PDA somewhere else?” I countered. He shrugged. “I don’t understand why you’re jealous. You’re the one getting married.” Then he kissed her neck AGAIN. “ENOUGH,” I groaned, grabbing Mandy’s wrist and yanking her toward me. “We were supposed to make cookies, not encourage Connor’s mating rituals.” Mandy burst into laughter. “Mating rituals? Seriously?” Connor looked offended. “I’ll have you know—”

Cornelius was a well to do man, despite having retired from his previous position as an agent of the CSS years ago, he was still very fit and lived quite a fairly comfortable life with his wife and twin daughters. Cheryl and Constance, beautiful bright young girls, they weren't exactly the spitting image of their father, but what they lacked in appearance, they made up to him in complexion and wit. Cornelius loved his family, and he cared about them more than he did himself, there wasn't a successful CSS agent alive who was without enemies, and enemies always preyed on the weaknesses of their adversaries.

I knew how much he wanted me to be with Ariel, and the last thing I ever wanted was to disappoint him. Manny's father always knew how to put me at ease, he had the personality that could make anyone warm up to him instantly. I looked around the room and locked eyes with Ariel, Her eyes were on fire with anger, I'm sure if looks could kill I could be under the ground by now. "Excuse me everyone, this lovely lady is Marianna, she works at our firm" Mr. Jennings introduced me "What is she doing her?" Ariel hissed

Kelley’s mumble was heard by Connor who stifled a smirk and straightened up when Kelley glared at him. “I should go.” Marella dragged a hand through her hair and stood up, adjusting her t-shirt and grabbing her keys from the coffee table. “Call me when you know what you want to do.” Marella nodded her head and fled from the house without another word. Kelley turned to look at Milana who stood a few feet away from him with an expression he couldn’t quite decipher. Connor cleared his throat and looked uncomfortable. “I can explain, Milana.” “There’s no need, Mr Alexander. I’m just a name on a contract.”

It would ruin both their reputations, and her reputation was already in the toilet. “Conner you could make it. I heard about that you had an unfortunate delay. Is this your new wife? Your travels brought something good, at least. Will you introduce us?” Jonathon Rathburn stood there with a welcoming smile on his face as he greeted his guests. Merina turned toward him and tried to smile. “Merina MacGregor, you married Conner?” “I’m afraid I did.” Merina said. Her eyes shifted to Conner as she continued to speak. “I saw no other option given to me.” Her voice flattened as she spoke her last words. Conner frowned at her for revealing that, and Jonathon’s eyebrows rose in surprise.

Winter looked at her curiously, sensing that her sister wasn’t being entirely forthright. “You’re not telling me anything,” Winter said. “I will, okay? You’re the one who knows me best,” Marianne replied with a smile. “That’s not true; Alex knows you better. But fine, I’ll leave you to rest.” Winter said, getting into the car Mrs. Skarsgard had arranged. She waved to Marianne as the car drove away. Marianne took a deep breath and headed toward the house, only to be shocked by the sight of Alexander and his girlfriend, Elena, in a passionate kiss. Her heart sank as she watched them.