Marriage First, Love Second Novels & Stories

Richard was stuck. 'Kids, adult relationships are not as easy as you think. We cannot just get married because both of you made a wish, that only happens in the movies, my dear kids. We have to love each other first, and then there are so many other parts of us that need to work hand in hand so that if we get married, we will be happy. But you guys want me to marry her instantly? I can assure you that your mom would not jump on your idea as quickly as you think, trust me' Richard announced.

"I just like knowing you’re actively planning a forever that actually has me in it." Ava couldn't help but smile, a deep sense of contentment washing over her. Their marriage had been completely intentional from day one. Love came first; the rest of the world and its relentless demands could wait. They simply wanted room to breathe deeply before throwing kids, chaotic schedules, and extra societal responsibilities into the mix. They desperately needed time to just exist together, totally undisturbed, without the rest of the world constantly demanding their attention. They wanted a love that felt stable, a love that didn't feel like a frantic race.

She chuckles, “you think you know Nek more than I do. I was his first love, I know everything that there is to know about him” “You were his first love, you’re not his current love! You keep throwing that word around like it’s supposed to stump me but guess what, you might have been his first love but I don’t see any ring on your finger. You’re not the one married to him, I am” I say, raising my hands to her eye view. “It's just a contract-”, “it’s just a contract marriage” I say, cutting her off. I shake my head, “keep thinking that, if it makes you feel any better”

The words flow like water that has been held back for too long. "My first marriage started with a contract. Every day, I was trapped in the same house with someone who was supposed to love me, but instead hurt me. I couldn't leave because I was bound legally, socially, financially. I had nowhere to go. I had no money. I had no one. Marriage taught me that love is a prison, and I don't want to enter another prison," I say. Leon listens quietly. His hand is still holding mine, warm, but I can feel the tension in his fingers.

I vent. Her jaw strains, her eyes darken and I just know I've struck the wrong nerve. “Your Dad WAS taken…from me!” She grits, “Pearl, LEFT you, these things are not the same. Do you see between the lines now?” “I'm Sorry,” I raise my palms. “You're gonna marry Stephanie if that's the condition her parents give you. I don't see anything wrong with it. Start a family, even if it's not built on love yet, with time you'll learn to love each other. I doubt you even have time. With your condition.”

Madelyn was silent, unsure of how to broach the subject with him, "I'm sorry, I–I just can't compensate you." Zach's gaze instantly turned cold and piercing. "You know I don't want to hear these things from you. Madelyn, we're a married couple now. What you need to tell me isn't apologies or sorry. It's I love you!" Madelyn's heart skipped a beat. She suddenly stood up, choosing to ignore his words. She said, "I might have set the ring down somewhere and had forgotten where. I'll try to look around. Maybe I'll find it one of these days."

"But I'm glad I came because I met him. I'll never forget today; he stood on the second floor, looking at me. He's so handsome, he shouted my name and said he wanted to marry me." She drew a peach heart at the end of this sentence. Ronan's eyes slowly turned red. He couldn't remember when he first met Lyra. Even on the day they registered for marriage, he just hastily signed the papers and left. He didn't even know what she looked like, yet she meticulously recorded all of these in the diary. "I married him, the person I liked at first sight, just like a dream. I'm so happy." "He didn't come back last night, and I saw the news on TV that he went to a hotel with a woman. I'm so sad. Why would

Martha's words just heightened her uneasiness and she let out a stifled sigh. "I just...it feels like I’m seeing him for the first time..." Martha hummed. With a contemplative smile, Martha continued, "Love's unpredictability can be baffling, but it's those quirks that make it so unique. Embrace these feelings, they're what adds depth and beauty to your relationship, creating something truly special. More than husband and wife." She smiled looking at the distance as she remembered her late husband. “Love is eternal, my child. And that's what makes it special.”

"The day you chose to pick that city girl over me we ended Damon!!" "But you love me " he said and stood up , Dwayne slowly moved aside as he watched with the most confused expression ever . Damon slowly raised his hands to my hair. "But you love me " he repeated and I slapped his hands away from my hair immediately. "Loved!, There's a difference " "I'm sure you know what they say , first love never really do go away" he said . "I'm married to Dwayne now and he's the one I love!" I said.

I called Saurya and Veer on conference call. R : Hii guys. V : What happened Saddu? R : I am getting married tomorrow. You guys have to be here. S : What the hell dude. Don't mess with this topic. V : Be serious Raghav. R : It's truth. Grandma has fixed my marriage with some old friend's granddaughter. V : Raghav think twice. Divorce is prohibited in your family. Arrange marriage is fine but don't take decisions in moments. S : If you want we can talk with dadi.