NovelEnglish22: C Chapter 0608 Valerie remained in the study long after Serenity had left. She felt a hollow ache in her chest, a deep guilt that weighed heavily on her. Her little girl was gone, and though she didn't want to admit it, her daughter's words rang true. She hadn't handled Peter's reappearance well. He had cinto her life like a storm and left just as abruptly, leaving behind a chaos she had allowed to consher. She questioned why she couldn't be immune to him-why she clung to someone who didn't love her.
Sitting behind the desk, absentmindedly stroking her pregnant belly, she was lost in her thoughts when the door opened quietly. A strong hand rested on her shoulder, pulling her back to reality.
"Are you okay?" She turned to see Marcus standing behind her. The man who had loved, comforted, and cared for her for 15 years. The sight of him brought a wave of remorse crashing down on her.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"I messed everything up, didn't I?" she said, her voice trembling as tears rolled down her face.
"No," Marcus replied gently, "She would have left eventually. Do you remember how she wanted to move out even back in Hesperia?" "She left because of me..." 'Don't give yourself all the credit," Marcus said with a soft chuckle. "I played my part, too." "Then we've both messed up, haven't we?" Valerie said, her tone tinged with defeat.
"If it makes you feel better-yes. We both screwed up. This whole 'revenge' plan we chere for? It backfired spectacularly." "I wish I could go back in time.” "To do what?" "To never chere.
"Well, you can't change the past, Valerie. But you can learn to live with your decisions. You're a strong, wise woman. You shine brightest when things get tough-I know, because that's what madefall in love with you." Valerie looked up at him, her red, tear-streaked eyes meeting his. Marcus knelt beside her so they were at eye level.
"I want you to know that you're not alone. I'll always be here for you, for our kids. I know I haven't made the best decisions lately. Honestly, I was hurt... It crushedto see the way your face lit up at the mere mention of Peter. It killedto think you two might end up together. Valerie, gods, I love you so much. My life without you. feels aimless." Hearing those words, Valerie couldn't hold back any longer. She cupped Marcus's face in her hands, and he responded by kissing her palms gently.
"Marcus, I'm sorry for how I acted. I never wanted to hurt you. I know my reaction wasn't right. I've been so irrational, not thinking about the consequences or who I was hurting in the process. I know you might not believe me, but I love you-not for what you give me, but for who we are together. For our life, our children, and everything we've built." A single tear rolled down Marcus's cheek. He knew he had also acted impulsively. While he had accused Valerie of being irrational, he had let his own jealousy and pain cloud his judgment. Instead of supporting her and helping her process her emotions, he had abandoned her and their children in a moment of weakness.
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Overwhelmed by their emotions, Valerie closed the gap between them, pressing her lips to Marcus's. The warmth of his kiss sent an electrifying sensation through her body, and as their connection deepened, the babies began to move.
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Marcus noticed and placed his hands on her belly, feeling the little kicks as if the unborn twins were recognizing him Smiling softly, he stood and lifted Valerie effortlessly, deepening their kiss. What began as a tender moment quickly turned passionate.
Breaking the kiss, Marcus trailed a line of kisses down her deck, his hands moving to unbutton her m blouse. His lips continued down, lingering over her chest before resting gently on her rounded belly, Valerie shivered at his touch, her body awakening with a longing she hadn't acknowledged until now. She gripped the edge of the desk, her breathing shallow, as Marcus returned to her lips. This time, her hands moved with purpose, slipping off his coat and nervously unbuttoning his shirt.
Marcus stopped for a moment, meeting her gaze. He understood what was happening, and he saw the sdesire reflected in her eyes. Neither of them spoke, but the unspoken connection between them was undeniable.
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