Marlena couldn’t believe it was actually time for Spring Break. She
had just gotten off the phone with her fiancé, Roman Brady. She had
done everything in her power to get him to come out with her to the
new club but him being his normal cop self he turned her down. He
was convinced that part of becoming a cop was to get a lot of rest and
the idea of staying out as late as Marlena described was out of the
question. The idea that he didn’t want to spend any time with her
made her so mad she couldn’t see straight. She was determined not
to let him ruin her fun. The fact is she knew she had several friends
who would be very willing to go out with her. Her new idea was much
better than before. She would simply make this a girls’ night out. She
got on the phone with one of her friends Kate Roberts. She was
always up for a good time. Plus it was a good chance to find her a
man.
“Katie, hey it’s Marlena. Honey wouldn’t you just love to go out with
me tonight. You know there it a new club opening up and I’m dying to
go.”
“Yeah, I heard but I thought you would want to go with Roman.”
“I called him but he is being his normal future cop self. I’m not going to
let him ruin my plans so I thought it could become girls’ night out. I
was planning on calling Maggie and asking Laura as soon as she got
here. You know they will be willing to go so you have to go.”
“If I have to come then I will. I’ll see you tonight.”
“Laura and I will pick you up at around 7:30. See you then.” She hung
up the phone and then called Maggie. Of course she was more than
willing to go. She had heard about the new club and couldn’t wait to
- Marlena was happy that Maggie was her friend. She always knew
the latest gossip from around Salem and Marlena was more than
willing to hear it. After Marlena got off the phone she went to her
closet and found what she was going to wear. She heard the phone
ring and picked it up. “Marlena’s and Laura’s room.”
“Hey legs what are you doing?”
“Roman you know I hate that nickname. I’m getting ready, what do
you want?”
“I was calling to ask if you want to go out to diner tonight.”
“Roman I told you earlier I was going to the club. Since you didn’t want
to come I called Kate and Maggie, and asked if they wanted to come. I
can’t back out now. You can come with us if you want to.”
“Marlena I can’t. I told you earlier that I have to get my rest. What is
more important to you, me or your friends?”
“I have been waiting on Spring Break of my senior year since I started
college. It is my last chance to let loose before finals and baseball gets
more demanding. Quite being an asshole about it. I don’t have time to
get into it with you. I have to go, bye!” She slammed down the phone.
“Trouble in paradise?”
“Laura I didn’t hear you come in. Roman is being a jerk because I
want to go to the club tonight.”
“I still don’t understand why you are giving up your freedom to marry
him.”
“I care about him.”
“I noticed you didn’t say you love him. Don’t you think you should love
him if you are going to marry him?”
“There is more to marriage than love. My parents proved that.”
“Alright I don’t want to fight with you. So why don’t we forget about
your Roman problems for one night and just have fun.”
“I so agree. Let’s get ready. I have the shower first.” Marlena grabbed
her clothes and ran into the bathroom.
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Marlena, Laura, Kate, and Maggie finally made it into to club. It felt like
they had been waiting outside forever. Once they were inside, they
knew it was well worth the wait. The first place they hit was the dance
floor. When they were out there Marlena noticed every guy in to room
was watching them. That was the way Marlena thought it should be.
They were dressed to catch every guy’s eye. Maggie was wearing a
pair of tight pants with a one shoulder white top. Kate had on a black
mini skirt and a red “V” cut shirt. Laura had on a pair of black leather
pants and a black spaghetti top shirt. Marlena was wearing her hip
hugging blue jeans and a little pink halter top, which showed off her
stomach nicely. Marlena looked around the room at all the guys
staring and continued to dance. A group of four guys caught her eye
but mainly it was one guy in particular. He was tall, black haired,
perfect body, and was extremely good looking. When Marlena saw he
was looking back she flashed him a killer smile. He smiled back and
that was when she noticed he had the deepest blue eyes she had
ever seen. Laura tapped her on the shoulder. “Marlena there is a table
open. Why don’t we grab it?” They all walked away and sat down to
enjoy a conversation.
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John watched while the girls walked away. There was something
about that blonde that had him entranced. He noticed he wasn’t the
only one who did. “Hey guys. I’ll be right back. I see someone I need
to have a word with.” He walked away from the rest of the group, to a
guy who still had his eyes on Marlena. “What are you doing here
Tony?”
“Hello big brother. I didn’t know you would be here. I’m just here
having a good time.”
“And checking out the ladies. As I see it one lady in particular.” He
looks in the direction of Marlena.
“She is a beautiful woman. Can’t help but look at her.”
“She is very beautiful but you’re wasting your time. She looks like she
has class, you wouldn’t be her type.” He sees her walk away from the
table and to the bar. “Would like to say it has been fun but I would be
lying. Have a good time just don’t let Lawrence see you.” He walks
away from Tony and walks up to the bar and stands right beside
Marlena. He was about to make a move when one of her friends
walked up.
“Marlena, Kate and I are going to run to the ladies room. Maggie is
going to keep our table. As soon as you get our drinks go get her to
help you.”
He heard every word of their conversation. Her name was Marlena.
That had to be the most exotic name he had ever heard. When her
friend left he saw her try to get the bartender’s attention.
“Why don’t I give you a hand? Hey Jimmy over here.” The bartender
looked and came right over. “Could you get me a beer and the lady a
strawberry daiquiri?”
“I’ll get it right away Mr. Black.”
The bartender left. Marlena turned toward John. “Thanks for all the
help, Mr. Black. How were you able to get service so quick? I’ve been
standing here for almost five minutes.”
“Please call me John. It helps to know people in high places.”
“So you know the bartender.”
“Yeah, but I also know the owner. Lawrence Alimaine is my brother.”
“Your brother, I thought your last name is Black.”
“It is. It’s a long story but the short form is that I’m really an Alimaine
just things make it easier to be a Black.”
“Your life seems really interesting.”
“I’m not sure it is that interesting. The truth is I don’t want to talk about
myself. I would like to talk about you.”
“Well my name is Marlena Evans. I’m a senior at Salem U, studying to
become a psychiatrist.”
“So you want to be a doctor. You don’t look the part.”
“It’s Spring Break. The time to be wild. What do you do for a living?”
“I own my own business. It’s kind of a family thing but my dad let me
found it on my own. I would really like to hang out with you some
more. So why don’t I get my friends and we can hang out with your
friends.”
“Alright. I’ll stay right here so you can get my drinks since you are able
to do it so well.”
John walked off to get the guys. Marlena watched him walk away and
couldn’t help but let her eyes wonder to his butt She smiled with
satisfaction at what she saw, it was a great looking butt.
“Hello, earth to Marlena.” Marlena turned to see Maggie. “I thought
you were getting our drinks.”
“I was but I got to talking to this guy. I thought you were keeping our
table.” She looked over to the table and found it was taken. “Damn it.”
John walked back up. “So what do you girls want to drink?”
“Strawberry Daiquiris will be fine but we have a problem. We have no
place to sit, our table was taken.
John smiled. “Don’t worry I know a perfect place to go. Just follow
me.”
Chapter 2:
The girls followed John and his friends. None of them minded
following the guys, it gave them the perfect view. John opened up the
door to a room. “Here it is.” They all walked in. Marlena couldn’t
believe her eyes.
“Where are we?”
“This is a private room upstairs. Up here we can see everything that is
happening in the club. It has additional rooms so each of us can have
a private conversation. Before that why don’t Marlena and I introduce
our friends? I’ll go first. This is Mickey Horton, his brother Bill, and
Victor Kiriakis.”
“Well hey everyone. This is Laura Spencer, Maggie Simmons, and
Kate Roberts. So girls why don’t you pick you a guy and get to know
him better. I call John.”
John and Marlena walk over to the couch. Mickey and Maggie get
together. Laura jumps at Bill, leaving Kate with Victor. Each of the
groups goes in their own little rooms so they can talk privately.
Marlena and John continue their conversation from the bar. “I know
what you do for a living but what about your friends. If any of them
stand a chance with one of my friends I need to know a little about
them.”
“Well Mickey is studying to be a lawyer, Bill is in med school, and
Victor owns Titian Industries.”
“Your friends are just as impressive as you are. I’m not sure they will
be interested in a bunch of college girls.”
“Well Mickey and Bill practically live at college. Truth be told I don’t
care if they are interested, I find one of you very interesting.”
“I hope you are talking about me because I find you very interesting.”
“How did you guess I was talking about you?”
“It may have been the fact that you didn’t seem upset at the fact I
chose you. So you said you own a business, what type?”
“It is fashion. The name is Basic Black.”
“Wait one second I thought you said Victor owned Titian. I thought that
Titian and Basic Black were huge rivals. How are y’all friends?”
“You know how I told you it was a family business. Well my father
gave me the money to start it but became very upset when I told him I
wanted to do it without the Alimain name. He felt it was going against
the family and refused to help me in any other way. I went to Victor for
some help and he agreed. He told me the one rule of business was
that you needed to have some healthy competition. We agreed not to
allow any problem between business come between our friendship.”
“What did your mother say about your dad turning his back on you?”
“She didn’t care. She and my dad split up when I was three.”
“Did she fall out of love with him?”
“Sometimes I wonder if she ever loved him in the first place. In my
family love is just a four letter word. Power is what forms relationship
and marriages. She just felt my dad wasn’t’ rich enough anymore so
she started sleeping with the other guy. My dad found out after my
mom got pregnant with his baby. After their divorce she married the
other guy.”
“How do you get along with your stepfather?”
“I hate him. He is involved in something illegal but the cops can never
catch him. Plus I know he cheats on my mom. She does to but turns a
blind eye to it. I guess she feels that is how she got into this marriage
so she knew how he was before, no need to punish him now.”
“That is horrible. Who is he?”
“Stefano Dimeria.”
“Dimeria. That means your brother is also Tony. Your whole family is
so well known.”
“Yeah but that doesn’t mean I like them. That is the reason I go by
Black. No ties to anyone, I can be myself. That is enough about me
what about you?”
“Nothing really. I grew up in Denver Colorado. I didn’t grow up near as
rich as you but we never really wanted for anything. My parents and I
really don’t get along.”
“Why”
“At least in your family they marry for some reason. For my parents it
was only because of lust. My mother was the housekeeper’s daughter.
She picked up on the fact my father was attracted to her and she
jumped on it. She believed it would raise her social standing to sleep
with the boss’s son and it happened. In that one night she became
pregnant with me and my twin sister. My father’s family forced him to
marry my mom because it would go against the families name to have
bastard children. My dad never gave up a chance to remind us that he
was forced into a loveless marriage. My mom used us to insure she
remained in her higher social status.”
“Is that the reason you came to college at Salem U?”
“No. I transferred here my junior year. I started out at Colorado U but
had to transfer after a disagreement with my mom. She doesn’t think
becoming a psychiatrist is honorable job for a woman in my social
class. You would think she would like them after all she has seen but
she thinks it is a job for women that don’t have any money. We should
just stay at home and live off what our husbands make. I told her, this
is what I wanted and if I had to move away to get it I would and that is
what I did.”
“So is that all you do at college?”
“No I enjoy hanging out with my friends and I’m also on the
cheerleading squad, the dance team, and a member of the girl’s
softball team.”
“Wait you like baseball?”
“Like baseball, I love baseball.”
“I can’t believe it a girl who loves baseball. It is like a dream come
true. Only one thing could make it better, who is your favorite team?”
“The New York Yankees.”
“Well I thought you were smart before but now I know you are the
most intelligent woman alive.”
“Of course. What woman wouldn’t like looking a group of hot guys
running around in tight pants?”
“Do you ever go watch the Salem Saints play?”
“No I always seem to be busy when they play. Why?”
“I play for them. I know it might sound cocky but we are really good.
You should come watch us play sometime.”
“Maybe I will.” She looks down at her watch. “Man it is late. I think we
should be going.”
“I would really like it if we got a chance to hang out some more.”
“John I think you should know I’m engaged. We can’t be anything but
friends.”
“Can’t friends hang out?”
“Yeah they can. Here are my numbers, call me anytime.” She gave
him a hug. When she pulled back they looked into each others eyes
and the sparks fly. Laura came in and saw this exchange.
“Um… Marlena. Don’t you think it is time we should be going?”
“Yeah I was about to come get y’all. I’ll see you later John.” Marlena
went and got the rest of the girls and they left.
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Marlena and Laura were alone in their dorm room. Laura was talking
about what Bill and how great of a guy he was. She could see that
Marlena wasn’t paying attention to her. “So he asked me to marry him
and I said yes. I was thinking that it should happen as soon as
possible and I really don’t need to go to med school. What do you
think?”
“It sounds like a great idea. Go for it.”
“Marlena what plant are you on right now? You haven’t listened to a
single word I said.”
“Laura I’m sorry. My mind was somewhere else. I have a problem. I
think I’m attracted to John Black.”
“Of course you are. He is hot.”
“I’m not talking about physically. I can’t get my mind off him and a part
of me can’t wait to see him again. Do you know what we talked about?
Our families and I told him the whole truth. You are the only other
person who knows about them.”
“Did you tell him about Roman?”
“Not till the end. I just felt so comfortable with him. And I have to say I
was enjoying flirting with him.”
“Do you think it could be just a friendship thing?”
“I don’t know. I guess it could be. I just can’t shake the feeling I want it
to be something more.”
Chapter 3:
John sat alone in his office. He couldn’t get his mind off last night.
Mainly it was Marlena he couldn’t get his mind off. She was the most
beautiful woman he had ever seen. It shouldn’t have been a surprise
to find out she was engaged to get married. What man wouldn’t want
her as a wife? He snapped out of his thoughts by his intercom system.
“Mr. Black. There is someone here to see you.”
“Send them in Anna.”
He stood up and straightened his tie. He went over to the water
pitcher and poured himself something to drink. When he heard the
door close, didn’t even turn around to see who it was.
“Would you like something to drink?”
“I didn’t come here for a drink.”
He turned around and was surprised to see Marlena standing there.
“What did you come here for?”
She walked toward him until she was standing right in front of him. “I
think you know why I’m here.” She moved closer to him and leaned in
close. She pressed her lips against his. The soft gentle kiss grew
harder. Marlena parted her lips to allow John to slip his tongue in her
mouth.
From somewhere inside his mind his heard someone knocking at his
door.
“Excuse me Mr. Black. I didn’t mean to just barge in but I have been
calling on your intercom for a while and you never answered.”
“It’s ok Anna. I must have been dreaming. What is it you need?”
“Mr. Kiriakis is here to see you. Do you want me to send him in?”
“Yeah.” John got up to get a drink. “Victor make yourself at home. Can
I get you something to drink?”
“The regular.”
John hands him the drink. “What are you doing here, Vic?”
“I told you last night I was stopping by.”
“I’m sorry I must have forgotten.”
“Yeah it seems like your mind has been else where today. When I
came in your secretary tried you many time but you weren’t
answering. Where has your mind been John? Or should I say who has
your mind been on?”
“Marlena Evans.”
“Wasn’t she one of the girls from last night?”
“Victor she was the blonde. How could you forget her?”
“My mind was on Kate Roberts but I remember which one you are
talking about. I can understand why you are thinking about her, she
was certainly hot.”
“She was more than hot. She is beautiful, classy, sweet, nice,
smart…”
Victor cuts him off before he can finish. “Sounds like you have it bad
for her. I have never heard you say things like that about a girl you just
met.”
“I know. There is only one problem, she isn’t single. Why should she
be? Any guy would be lucky to have her.”
“Thing is you want that guy to be you. How are you going to solve that
problem?”
“I’m going to be her friend.”
“Do you think you can be just her friend and not want to have sex with
her?”
“Victor I feel so comfortable with her. I could have talked about
anything with her. I don’t want to loose that, so I have to be just her
friend.”
“Well buddy you are stronger than me. Listen, I would love to stay and
talk some more but I have a meeting in an hour so I have to go. Good
luck with your problem.”
“Thank you for listening to me Vic.” Victor walked out the door. “I just
hope I can make this work.” He heard the door open again. “Victor I
thought you said you had a meeting.”
“John its Marlena.”
“Marlena what are you doing here?”
“You said last night I could stop by any time I was in the
neighborhood. I know you weren’t expecting me but your secretary
said you weren’t busy and I could come on in.”
“Sure it is alright. I’m just surprised to see you.”
“I wanted to come by and talk to you about last night. I feel I should
apologize for leading you on. I should have told you sooner that I was
engaged.”
“Marlena I’m fine. I was a little shocked you were but I’m ok with it. I
meant what I said before you left, I really would like to be your friend. I
really liked hanging out with you.”
“I liked hanging out with you too.”
“Listen what are you doing for lunch because if you aren’t busy would
you like to go to Johnny’s Angels?
“I can’t believe a guy of your social status would enjoy eating at
Johnny’s Angels.”
“Well I do like it. Plus you are talking about my social status what
about you? You aren’t much different than me.”
“The Marlena of Colorado is but not the Marlena of Salem.”
“Why do you say that?”
“It’s a long story. Would you mind if we talk about it over lunch, I’m
starving?”
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John and Marlena sat alone in a booth at Johnny’s Angels. They were
waiting on their food and John thought it was time to bring up what
they were talking about in his office.
“So what did you mean by the Marlena of Salem isn’t in a high social
status?”
“The guy I’m engaged to doesn’t belong to the same place as me. I
worried if I told him I’m a whole lot richer than he is, he won’t want to
marry me.”
“I don’t see why that would be a problem.”
“He has made it perfectly clear he doesn’t want to marry anyone who
is better off than he is. He believes that everyone will believe he is
living off his wife’s wealth. Plus he believes the rich is nothing but a
bunch of jerks.”
“Ok. The fact is you are lying to your fiancé because he can’t handle
the fact you are richer than he is. Why are you even marrying him if he
views the rich in such a negative way? Especially since you are rich.”
“Well he is honest, hard working, nice and he loves me.”
“Do you love him because I didn’t hear that in your description?”
“I do care about him.”
“Care is different that love. Can you say you love him or is it just easy
for you?”
“I don’t think I really know what love is. You grew up the same life
style I did, so you know what it is like.”
“Yeah I do but I want a different life than my parents. I want a
marriage based on love not comfort.”
“He loves me; I could grow to love him. I know it sounds really bad but
I think I need someone to show me love before I can give it.”
“I hope you know what you are doing because he may not like the fact
you are lying to him. I know I would rather want someone be honest
with me than worry about the fact that she is richer than me.”
“What he doesn’t know won’t hurt him. Thanks for listening.”
She pulls him in for a hug. He can’t help but think to himself. “Marlena
if you would let me I could show you the love you are looking for.
Maybe it wouldn’t be such a bad idea if this guy found out that you
were rich, and then I might stand a chance with you. What are you
saying Black? She is marrying this guy and seems really happy about
- She wants to be your friend that should be enough for you but why
can’t I get over this feeling that I want to be more than her friend.”
Chapter 4:
It had been three weeks since John had meet Marlena at the club. He
had done everything he could to get rid of the feelings he had for her
but it didn’t work. He knew she was engaged to get married but he
couldn’t get his mind off her. Since she wanted to be friends he
seemed to be spending a lot of time with her. The truth is told he was
enjoying the hell out of it. He had been going to all of her ending
games. He was kind of hoping to get to meet her fiancé so he could
size him up and see if he really had any competition for Marlena but
he never came to a single game. Marlena told him that he wouldn’t be
there tonight. John couldn’t believe that. What kind of fiancé wouldn’t
even show up at his fiancé’s championship game, but John knew for a
fact he wasn’t going to miss it. He looked at his watch and knew he
had to get going if he wanted to get there on time and have a chance
to wish her luck. He ran out to his office and to his car. He pulled out
onto the highway and drove toward Salem U.
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It was five minutes before the game and while the rest of the team
was doing their warm ups, Marlena was looking at her watch and her
only reserved seat. She was really worried about John. It wasn’t like
him to be late. Marlena gave him the seat because he was her only
true supporter. She knew Roman wasn’t going to be there, he was to
busy doing his cop thing. Truth is she was really glad John was there
instead of Roman. They seemed to be getting closer and her feelings
for him hadn’t stopped since the night they met. In fact they had grown
into something more than a friendship. The fact that he was running
late had her scared to death. He was never late. She felt a hand on
her shoulder and she turned to see her coach standing there.
“Evans why aren’t you warming up with the rest of the team?”
“I did my warm ups before I got here.”
“Is your fiancé coming to this game today?”
“No I gave my ticket to the friend I introduced you to at the last game.
I’m just a little worried because he hadn’t shown up yet.”
“Well the game is about to start. You need to get you mind off your
friend and on the game.”
“Alright coach.” Marlena stood there a few more minutes until she
heard it was time to line up. She got in here usual spot and waited to
hear the National Anthem start. When the song got to “The rocket’s
red glare.” She noticed someone’s arms waving wildly. She looked to
see John standing at his seat. She breathed a sigh of relief, glad to
know he was ok. When the song was over, she ran over to the wall
where he was sitting.
“Why are you so late? I was worried sick.”
“I’m sorry I’ll explain later. I just wanted to wish you good luck. See
you after the game.”
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It was the bottom of the ninth and Salem U was behind by three
points. The bases were loaded and they had two outs. Marlena was
up to bat and she could feel the pressure. She knew there was a
possibility to get three of her team-mates home and tie the game but
that would be hard to do. All she had to do was knock a grand slam
and she could win the game but that was something she had never
done. She took her regular stance and griped the bat hard. When she
saw the ball heading toward her she swung. Instead of hearing the
sound she wanted to hear she heard the ump shout Strike 1. She got
prepared for her next hit. She swung the bat and heard the ball hit but
the ump shouted “Foul Ball.”. Her next attempt was yet again another
Strike. She couldn’t’ believe her luck. She didn’t want to let the team
down but her being able to win this game was impossible. She took a
moment to look around the crowd at all the people who were standing
on their feet cheering. Then she looked and saw John. He was her
looking at him and he could feel the fear she was feeling. He gave her
his killer smile and a thumb up and could feel her fears ease at that
small gesture. She turned back around, fixed her hat, and put the bat
back on her shoulder, singling she was ready for the pitch. The pitcher
threw the ball and she swung the bat with all her might. She heard the
crack of the bat and dropped it to watch the ball sail father and father.
Then it descended right into the stands. She couldn’t believe it. She
had actually hit a grand slam. She took off into a jog around the
bases. When she crossed home plate, she ran into the group of her
cheering team-mates. Then they opened the gate to allow the
reserved seat holders down. Marlena spotted John and ran into his
arms. He picked her up and swung her around and around.
“You did it Mar. You won the Championship.”
“I know. I can’t believe I did that. I knocked a grand slam. This feels
great.” She hugged him again. When she pulled back their faces were
only inches apart. She could feel his breath on her face and couldn’t
help but wonder what his lips would feel like against hers. Then she
came to her senses and pulled back.
“Congratulations. This was the best baseball game I have ever seen.
You were completely amazing.”
“Thanks. Now why were you late earlier?”
“You will never believe it but I was on my way and I was going 10
miles over the speed limit and this Barney Fife wanna be pulled me
over and gave me a ticket.”
“That is terrible. I know some of the officers who was it?”
“Some jackass named Roman Brady.” She started laughing. “Why are
you laughing Mar? Do you know him?”
“I do. He is actually my fiancé.”
“I’m sorry I had no idea. I feel so stupid.”
“Don’t be. He does act like a jackass a lot. I have told him he can
loosen up but he doesn’t seem to listen to me.”
Just then a photographer came up. “May I take y’all picture for the
paper?”
“Yeah sure.” He takes the picture and leaves.
“Mar do you need a ride home?”
“I have my car. Plus I have an interview to set up so why don’t you go
ahead and go. Watch out for those speed traps.”
“Haha. Very funny. Call me if you need me. I’ll talk to you tomorrow.
Congrats again.”
“I will.” She leans in and gives him a kiss on the check but deep down
she wanted it to be a long hard kiss on the lips. “Bye John.” He turned
and left. A part of her wanted leave with him and forget about Roman
but she knew all he wanted to be was friends.
Chapter 5:
Marlena was awakened by someone pounding on the door. She was
about to answer it when she heard Laura yell “I’ll get it.”
Laura went to the door and was surprised to see Roman standing
there. “Where is she Laura?”
“Hey Roman it’s nice to see you too.”
“I don’t have time to play around with you Laura. Is she here?”
“Yeah she is in her room. She had a long night last night with the
game and all.”
“Yeah I bet.” Roman marched to Marlena’s door and swung it open.
“Where the hell is he?”
“Where is who Roman?”
“The guy you are sleeping around with.”
“Are you out of your mind? What gives you the right to come barging
into my room and accuse me of sleeping with anyone?”
“Then you tell me who is this?” He holds up the newspaper with the
picture of her and John from the baseball game
“That is my friend John. What is the problem?”
“The paper says he is your boyfriend.”
“The paper is wrong. Niether one of us told them that. They asked if
they could take the picture, not who he was. All he is, is a friend.”
“Why was he at the game and not me?”
“Roman how many games have you been to, none. You showed no
interest in coming to that one ither. Plus you were to busy working. I
was tired of begging you to come to a game so I asked someone who
had showed interest.”
“You know how I feel about baseball.”
“Yeah I know. Baseball is a man’s sport that no girl should be allowed
to play. You have never supported me when it came to the games.
Then you get mad because I invited a friend who has been to every
game since I had met him. Roman the fact is you haven’t been to a
single game since we started dating. You make me feel like I’m a
horrible player just because I’m a girl. John has treated me no
different than anyone else because he has seen I can play. Do you
know what he told me last night? That he has never seen anyone hit a
grand slam with that much pressure on them and that was the best
game he had ever saw. You told me that it would have been better if I
had hit it the first time instead of after two strikes.”
“I don’t want you hanging out with John anymore.”
“I’m sorry you feel that way but he is my friend.”
“Marlena I asked you but now I’m forbidding you to see him.”
“You are forbidding me. Who the hell do you think you are? My own
mother has never forbided me from seeing anyone and you certainly
aren’t going to either.”
“Marlena I’m your fiancé.”
“I don’t care if you’re the Pope. You are not going to tell me who I can
and can’t see. I’m going to continue hanging out with John and if you
don’t like it, you can go to hell. Now will you please leave my room?”
“I’m not going anywhere until you agree stop seeing John.”
Just then Laura walked into the room. “Roman I would advise you to
leave on your own or I’ll call Campus Safety and they will make you
leave.” Roman glared at Laura and then stormed out of the dorm
room. “If I had knew he was coming in here to yell at you, I wouldn’t
have let him in.”
“It’s not your fault. I just can’t believe what he accused me of. Then he
had the nerve to demand me not to see John.”
“Well Roman isn’t my favorite person but when he saw that picture; it
was a shot to his already small ego. You know what they say; small
ego, small mind. I still don’t’ understand why you are even marrying
him.”
“He says he loves me.”
“How can he honestly say he loves you and not support you in
everything you do. He didn’t want you to play sports and for some
unknown reason he doesn’t want you to became a psychairist.”
“He has his reasons but I’m not listening to him.”
“I know you aren’t but it seems like the two of you have your different
ideas and that has the two of you at each others throats. I think both of
you need a little time away from each other and I know the perfect
way.”
“How?”
“Mickey, Maggie, Bill, and I are going to Smith Island tomorrow after
class. You can come with us.”
“I can’t. Y’all are a couple, I would just be a fifth wheel.”
“No you wouldn’t. You’re my best friend. I want you there. We could
make it one long celebration for you winning the championship. Plus it
will give you time to get away from Roman and think. Please come.”
“Alright if you really want me there I’ll come but the moment I make
y’all uncomfortable I’m coming back to the dorm.”
“Thank you. I promise you will not regret this.”
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At the same time John was walking into his office and was surprised
to find the paper on his desk. He opened it up to the sports section
and saw his and Marlena’s picture. The caption under it said
“Boyfriend celebrates with his girlfriend, Marlena Evans, after she
knocked a grand slam victory.”. He couldn’t believe how wrong the
paper had gotten it but at the same time how right it sounded. While
he was deep in thought the intercom came on. “Mr. Black. Mr. Horton
is here to see you.”
“Send him in.” HE closed the paper as Bill walked in. “Bill can I help
you with anything?”
“Actually you can. Mickey and I want to take our girls away tomorrow
and I want you to come.”
“Why would you want me to come with you?”
“It’s going to be Mickey and me alone with the girls and I was kind of
hoping you would be a chaperon.”
“A chaperon. Do you think you need a chaperon?”
“I could possibly. Plus I know how down you have been feeling here
lately because of Marlena.”
“What do you mean because of Marlena?”
“Come on man I know you like her. The only problem is she is
marrying someone else.”
“I have a question. Do you know Roman?”
“Not personally. I have heard some things about him. Mostly people
think he is nice. He comes from a well respected family in Salem.
Laura has a different thought about him.”
“What does she say about him?”
“He is a major jerk by what Laura says. He is never happy with
anything Marlena does. Do you know he has even told her not to
become a shrink?”
“She hasn’t told me that. Your right I’m attracted to her. I don’t want
her to break up with him because of me. I want it to happen because
he doesn’t treat her right.”
“I agree. Back to the reason I came, will you come?”
“I will but I have some business stuff to do before I can come.”
“That will be perfect. The girls will be coming down first. Mickey and I
will be arriving at night because of classes. So how about if you just
wait until we get done and we can go together.”
“Alright it’s a deal.”
Chapter 6:
Marlena and the girls had spent most of the day hanging out in the
sun. Mickey and Bill called saying they would be running late because
of college. The day had been action packed. Maggie and Marlena
goofed off with some cheerleading moves. Laura and Marlena
practiced their dance moves for their last dance concert the college
had. Around 7, they enjoyed a nice long swim. Marlena could feel
herself getting tired. “Hey girls I’m going to grab a shower and jump in
bed.”
“Why Marlena?”
“I’m so tired.”
“You should have gotten some sleep last night.”
“I had to stay up and study for a test. Plus I had some things on my
mind.”
“Alright. We can party some more tomorrow. Have a good night
sleep.”
Marlena grabbed her towel and went to the shower. She had never
used a shower outside. It felt so impersonal. She felt a little more
comfortable knowing only the girls were there. She pulled off her
clothes and got in the shower. As she was washing her hair, she felt
someone touch her shoulder. She turned around started. “What are
you doing here?”
“I saw you in the shower and couldn’t resist.”
“How did you know I was here John?”
“Does it matter Marlena? All that matters is I’m here, you’re here, and I
want you.” He pulls her in for a kiss. She tries to resist but gives in.
She opened her mouth wider to allow him to push his tongue inside.
He puts his arms around her waist and picks her up. She wraps her
legs around his waist as he presses her against the wall and starts to
kiss her down her neck.
Then she felt the water turn ice cold. She lets out a scream that
snapped her out of her fantasy. She reaches and turns the water off
as fast as she could. She could hear Laura and Maggie running and
shouting her name.
“Marlena are you ok?”
“Yeah I guess I just dazed out and the water turned cold suddenly. I’m
fine. Thanks for worrying about me.”
“If you’re sure you’re alright we are going to head back to the pond.
See you in the morning.”
Marlena wrapped the towel around herself and went inside. She
changed into her pj’s, which was her cheerleading shorts and a tank
top. She then jumped into bed. She must have been more tired than
she thought because as soon as her head hit the pillow she was
sound asleep.
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At around 8:30 John, Bill, and Mickey finally arrived at the cabin. They
were running later than the hoped because first one of John’s
meetings had run late. Then they started having car trouble and had to
have that car towed to John’s so they could change to a new one.
Then they had to wait on a new ferry to come out. They could hear the
sound of the girls laughing at the pond.
“The girls are never going to believe what happened.”
“You know guys, I’m feeling really tired from everything that has
happened today. I think I’m going to head on to bed.”
“Are you sure John? Mickey and I were going to head on down to the
pond to swim.”
“Thanks for the invite but y’all need to spend some time alone with
Maggie and Laura.”
“You are such a good friend. Your room is the master. Have a good
sleep.”
“Thanks.” John grabbed his bags and headed into the cabin. He went
to the master bedroom. He was so tired he just slipped off his shirt
and pants and crawled into bed. He went right to sleep. Marlena was
so sound asleep that she didn’t even feel him get into bed. John
started to drift deeper into sleep and right into a dream.
“Hey handsome. Why don’t you make some room for me?” Marlena
was standing at the door in a short red nightie.
“Marlena what are you doing here?”
“I came to be with you.”
“How did you even know I was here?”
“This was all my plans. Why did you think Bill invited you? It was
because I asked him to.” She walked over to the bed and sat down.
She moved in close to John and started kissing him. A big part of him
wanted to throw her down on the bed and rip her clothes off. He just
wanted to make love to her but he couldn’t.
“Wait we have to stop. It isn’t right. You are engaged to marry another
man. I don’t want you to so something you will regret.”
“John do you see a ring on this hand. I called off the engagement. I
realized you are the one I want. I want you in every way. Don’t’ try to
fight it John.” She strattled his hips and leaned in close to his ear. “I
want you. Don’t you want me?”
She leaned back and looked him right in the eyes. He watched the
look of desire in her eyes. Then he saw her lick her lips and he let out
a groan. He grabbed her by the shoulders. “My God Marlena. I want
you so bad.” He pulled her closer and kissed her fiercely.
In his sleep he turns until he is facing Marlena’s back.
Marlena wasn’t fairing much better than John. About the time he
started dreaming about her, she stared dreaming about him.
She could feel someone kissing her first on her ear, then down her
neck. She roled over and looked John in the eyes. She started kissing
him. “What are we doing?”
“What do you want us to do?”
“What are you doing here?”
“The question is why do you want me here?”
She started kissing him again. She pulled back. “What so you mean
by why do I want you here?”
“You know you are dreaming but why are you dreaming I’m here?”
“Because I’m attracted to you. But I’m engaged to Roman.”
“Why am I here instead of Roman?”
“I don’t know.” She looked at him confussed. Then she looked in his
eyes and it hit her. “I do know. I’m in love with you. I want to be with
you. If this is wrong, I don’t want to be right. She kissed him more
passionately.
In her sleep she turned facing John. She says “Make love to me
John.” Their lips are only inches from each other. Almost like magnets
they were drawn to each other. They started kissing slowly at first and
then more passionately. When John pushed Marlena down on the bed
he moved on top of her. He started kissing her down the neck. He
took her hands in his and tried to move he arms above her head. Only
he didn’t know they were that close to the night stand. When he
moved her arms to the side he hit he arm on it. Her eyes shot open
and she pushed him off.
“What are you doing here?”
“Bill and Mickey invited me. What are you doing here?”
“Laura and Maggie invited me?” She tried to push up using her hands
and winced in pain.
“I’m so sorry Mar. Let me get you an ice pack.”
While he was gone she tired to think of what she was going to say. He
walked back in.
“John about what just happened.”
“Listen we were asleep. We didn’t know what we were doing. We both
need some sleep. Let’s talk in the morning.”
He got up and went to the door. “Where are you going John?”
“I’m going to sleep on the couch. I’ll see you in the morning.” He
walked out the door.
She was left alone to think. “What am I going to do? It was hard
enough to resist him when I just liked him. What am I going to do now
that I know I’m in love with him?”
Chapter 7:
Marlena was tossing and turning. She couldn’t get what had happened
out of her head. Especially her dream. Could it actually be true? Is she
in love with John? She looked at everything in a way a psychiatrist
would. She had some unresolved feelings about the idea of love
because of her parents. Maybe a part of her was making her believe
she was in love with John because she was searching for the love she
never got as a child. If she was going to look at this in a
psychoanalytical way she had to look at the most important fact and
that was her dream. Freud believed that dreams were the way our
subconscious handles things our minds can’t. That can’t be what was
happening here. That can’t be the way her mind was dealing with the
fact she is in love with John.
“I bet if I get me some warm milk everything will feel better.” She gets
out of bed and puts on her bedroom shoes. When she walked out her
door, she saw John lying on the couch. Just looking at him made her
breathing quicken. She could still her skin burning were he had kissed
her. And the things she had said to him in her dreams kept ringing in
her ears, “I’m in love with you John.” She shook her head trying to get
the voice out of it. She walked toward the kitchen but found a spot in
the floor that creaked. John woke up right away.
“Marlena what’s wrong?”
“I couldn’t sleep so I was going to get me some warm milk. I didn’t
mean to wake you.”
“Don’t worry about it. Do you want to talk? You look like you have
something on your mind.”
“Roman and I got into a huge fight. He actually believes there is
something going on between us.”
“Like anything would happen. We are just friends after all.”
Marlena couldn’t’ believe it but it felt like her heart was breaking into at
the sound of John just wanting to be friends. “Yeah is does sound far
fetched?” She could hear what sounded like her cell going off.
“Excuse me. I think my cell is ringing.” She went into her room and
grabbed it off the charger. “Hello Marlena Evans.”
“Marlena hey it’s Abe. I think there is something in Salem you need to
see.”
“What is it?”
“Just please come home ASAP.”
“Alright.” She hung up the phone. She went in the living room. “Is
there any way I can get to Salem tonight John.”
“I’m not sure. Why?”
“Abe just called and said there was something in Salem I need to
see.”
“I’ll call the coast and see if anyone can get a ferry out here. You can
go get ready.”
“John would you come with me? I don’t’ feel safe going out by myself.”
“Sure. I’ll make the call, and then put on some clothes on.” He looked
in the phone book and found the number for the dock. Marlena could
hear him from inside the bedroom. “I need a ferry sent out to the
Horton Cabin. What do you mean that a ferry won’t run this late? Well
is there anyone who has a boat that will come out? I know you are
lying. Do you have a boat? Well bring it out. Do you have any idea
who this is? I’m John Black. Listen how about this; if you bring your
boat out I’ll pay you $10,000. Thank you. I’m glad you could look at it
my way.” He hung up the phone. “Well the ferry can’t come out but the
man on the phone agreed to bring his boat out.”
She walked back in the room. “Was that before or after you offered
him $10,000?”
“After the offer but it is only money. I have plenty more.”
“Thank you.”
“You’re welcome. Let me get dressed.” He went in the bedroom and
came back out a few seconds later dressed. “Let’s go outside and wait
in the boat.” They walked out the door together.
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When they got to the dock, Abe was there waiting on them. Abe was
one of Marlena’s best friends. They had grown up together in
Colorado. When Marlena moved to Salem it wasn’t six months until
Abe moved there to. He claimed it was because the police department
offered him more money but Marlena knew it was because he wanted
to take care of her.
“Abe what is going on?”
“Marlena it’s about Roman but you need to see it with your own eyes.”
“Well then let’s go to his house. By the way this is John. John this is
Abe.” They both said hey and shock each others hands. Then they all
got in Abe’s car and drove to Roman’s apartment. “You two stay down
here and I’ll go up.” Marlena got out of the car, leaving John and Abe
alone to talk.
“So you’re John Black. She has told me a lot about you.”
“Really all good I hope.”
“It was good. I hated calling her but she has to see what asshole
Roman is doing.”
“What is it?”
“You will find out in a minute.
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Marlena got off the elevator at Roman’s apartment. She looked
through her pocket book looking for her key. She found it and opened
the door. She heard a strange noise coming from the bedroom. She
went and opened the door and couldn’t believe what she saw. It was
Roman and another woman in bed having sex. She felt the anger rise
inside her and she slammed the door to get their attention. Roman’s
head shot forward and it gave her the perfect view of the woman. It
was Kate.
“Marlena I can explain.”
“I don’t even want to hear it Roman. You come and yell at me for
being friends with another guy. Then I come home and find you in bed
with another woman. Not just any other woman but one of my best
friends. I guess the old saying is true, the guilty dog always barks
first.”
“I’m so sorry.”
“I hate you Roman.” She took the ring off her hand and slung it at him.
“The engagement is over.” She stormed out his room and out the
building.
John saw her running past the car. He looked at Abe. “Do you think
she is alright?”
“No. Maybe you should go after her. I would but I have to get to the
station. Give her my best.”
John got out of the car and followed in the direction she had run. He
lost her and was afraid to let her be alone. Only he had no idea where
she would be but then it hit him. She had told him a while back where
she always went when she was upset. He looked all over the place
and finally found it, Pier 29. He walked down the stairs and could see
her. “Marlena.”
She turned toward him and he could see her tear stained face. “John.”
He took her in his arms and buried her face in his chest. He could feel
her tears soaking his shirt. “How could he do this to me John? How
could he sleep with her?” He couldn’t believe what he had heard.
Roman had cheated on her. What kind of an idiot was he? “Why does
every man in my life have to hurt me? First my dad, now Roman.”
“I’m sorry he hurt you but not every man has hurt you. I haven’t and I
never will. What do you say to the idea of going back to the island?”
“I would like that. Thank you for being here for me.”
“I’ll always be her for you Marley. I really care about you and I want
what’s best for you. So let’s get on this boat and get back to our
friends.” They both got on the boat and headed back to the island.
Chapter 8:
Marlena and John got back to the island around 10:30. They saw that
the light in the living room was on. They both went in to only to be met
by an angry Laura.
“Marlena where in the world have you been? I have been worried sick
about you.”
John jumped to her defiance. “Laura right now wouldn’t be the best
time to fuss at her. She is really upset.”
“What is wrong honey?”
“Could we talk about it alone?”
“Sure.” Marlena, Laura, and Maggie went into the girls’ room, leaving
the guys alone. “Did John do something because if he has I will kill
him?”
“No John hasn’t been nothing but nice to me. It was Roman. Abe
called saying there was something I needed to see in Salem. When I
got to his apartment and went in his bedroom and I found him in bed
with another woman.”
“I can’t believe that jerk. Giving up a good thing like you for some slut.”
“That isn’t all, it was Kate.”
“How could Kate do this to you? She knew he was your fiancé. How
could both of them hurt you like this?”
“I’m kind of having a different problem. It really doesn’t hurt. I’m
surprised it happened but it doesn’t hurt.
“Why doesn’t it hurt?”
“Because of John.”
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In the living room John was pulling out his wallet. He opened it to the
far back to his picture of Marlena. He couldn’t believe how beautiful
she was. He thought about how he felt about her.
“I’m so scared that the way that I feel is written all over my face
When you walk into the room I wanna find a hiding place.
We used to laugh, we used to hug, the way that old friends do.
But now a smile and a touch of your hand just makes me come
unglued.
It’s such a contradiction
Do I lie or tell the truth?
Is it fact or fiction?
Oh, the way I feel for you.
It’s so complicated
I’m so frustrated,
I wanna hold you close, I wanna push you away,
I wanna make you go, I wanna make you stay.
Should I say it?
Should I tell you how I feel?
Oh, I want you to know, but then again I don’t,
It’s so complicated.”
Victor was right. He can’t be just her friend; he can’t be close to her
without wanting her. Especially since they had kissed earlier. He
couldn’t close his eyes without thinking about his dream. The fact that
in them he could hear her say “I love you.” Then he touched his lips
and it seemed like he could still taste her on them. Little did he know
Marlena was experiencing the same problem.
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“Marlena what do you mean that because of John you aren’t really
hurting?”
“I’m not sure but I think I’m in love with him.”
“Marlena are you sure? Saying you love someone is very serious.”
“I’m not completely sure, it’s just that I had a dream tonight and in it I
told him I loved him.”
“Why didn’t you tell him?”
“He doesn’t feel the same way about me.”
“I wouldn’t be to sure about that. I think he is really attracted to you to.”
“Whatever you guys say. Listen I’m going to head to bed. See y’all in
the morning.”
She walked out the room and saw John. She couldn’t help but think
about what Laura said.
“Just when I think I’m under control, I think I finally got a grip,
Another friend tells me that my name is always on your lips.
They say I’m more than just a friend, they say I must be blind.
Well, I admit that I’ve seen you watch me from the corner of your eye.
Oh, it’s so confusing,
Yeah,I wish you’d just confess.
But think of what I’d be losing,
If your answer wasn’t yes.”
Should she tell him how she thought she felt but if Laura was wrong
bout his feelings she might lose one of her best friends. Then John
turned to look at her and her feelings of frustration came up.
“It’s so complicated
I’m so frustrated,
I wanna hold you close, I wanna push you away,
I wanna make you go, I wanna make you stay.
Should I say it?
Should I tell you how I feel?
Oh, I want you to know, but then again I don’t,
It’s so complicated.”
They both wanted to scream it from the top of their lungs that they
loved each other but didn’t feel the other would feel the same way.
They both hated that they couldn’t tell the other. They both felt such a
connection to each other and felt that the other was in pain. If they had
only knew it was because they felt the other one could never love
them.
“I hate it
Cause I’ve waited so long for someone like you.
What do I do?
Oh, Should I say it?
Should I tell you how I feel?
Oh, I want you to know, but then again I don’t.
It’s so complicated.”
Marlena was the first to look away so John took it as a sign she was
uncomfortable. She believed he couldn’t want her so she turned and
went into her room. She pulled out the picture of the two of them at the
game. He continued to look at the picture in his wallet. They both
wondered the same thing.
“Why are my feelings so complicated?”
Chapter 10:
By the time John made it to Roman’s apartment he was fuming mad.
The thought that Roman had laid a hand on her was more than he
could bear. A part of him was hoping Roman wasn’t there because if
he was John didn’t know if he could stop himself from tearing him
apart. He knocked at the door like a mad man and could hear the
sound of heavy footsteps coming to the door. This would be the first
time he would really meet Marlena’s fiancé and he had a few words he
had to tell him. The door opened and saw the cop who had pulled him
over. “Are you Roman Brady?”
“Yeah I am. Why do you want to know?”
“I just got from Marlena’s dorm room. I think we need to talk.”
“Come on in.” Roman left the door open for John to walk in. “So what
do you have to say about Marlena? Does she want to come crawling
back?”
“No especially not after what you did. I’m here to tell you to stay away
from her.”
“Who the hell do you think you are?”
“I’m one of her close friends and I’m here to tell you if I find out you
laid one more hand on her I’ll make sure it is the last time you lay that
hand on anything else again.”
“What is your name pal?’
“I’m John Black.”
“John Black. You are the reason we apart. If you hadn’t been messing
around with her we wouldn’t have been having any problems.”
“Wait on second are you saying you think Marlena has been cheating
on you with me?”
“So you aren’t as dumb as you look. If it wasn’t for you Black Marlena
would be mine.”
“You’re throwin around a lot of serious accusations
Ain’t too hard to tell what your insinuatin
You think I’m the one who stole her away
And if not for me she’d still be yours today
We’re both men here so why play games
Why don’t we call a spade a spade
Man to man
Tell me the truth, tell me
Were you ever there when she needed you
Man to man
Look me in the eye, tell me
If you really loved her
Why’d you make her cry
Man to man
Who cheated who
You’re the one to blame
Tell me it ain’t true
Man to man
Man to man”
John couldn’t believe this guy. Did he actually believe all of this was
his fault? “Wait one second. Marlena didn’t leave you for me. Let’s
have a man to man talk. The truth is Roman you were never there for
her. Everything she was interested in you never supported. Secondly
no man who really loves a woman will make her cry. Not only did you
make her cry by cheating on her, you turned around and hit her. Then
you blame it all on her by saying she cheated on you, which you know
is a lie. She didn’t cheat on you, you cheated her. You’re the one to
blame not her and you know it.”
“Well you think all your anger is justified
Me, I think its just your wounded pride
What did you really think she was gonna do
She’s a real woman, not a doormat for you
You want her back but it’s too late
Why don’t we just cut to the chase”
“I thought something was going on. I was angry and I thought I had a
right to be.”
“You weren’t justified. The fact is you were mad because you thought
your fiancé was cheating on you. It hurt your pride. What did you really
expect to happen? You treated her like a door mat, not a person.”
“If you think I’m going to give her up without a fight, you’re wrong. I’m
going to get her back.”
“Roman she doesn’t want you anymore. I can’t say she wants me but
even if she doesn’t I’m fine with it. I can remain her friend and be
really happy about it. As her friend Roman I take it very personally to
make sure she is happy. To insure her happiness I have to make sure
you aren’t in her life. She may never want me but I’ll make sure you
are never with her again. You have hurt her to many times and I’m
going to make sure you never hurt her again. If I find out you have
been pressuring her to get back together, I’ll come after you and next
time I just won’t be talking to you. Leave her alone Brady.”
“Is that a treat John?”
“No it’s a promise.” With that John turned toward the door. “Oh yeah
Roman, if Marlena ever ask you why you have given up, we never had
this conversation. Do you understand?”
“Yeah whatever.”
With that John left the apartment. He reached in his pocket and pulled
out his wallet. He turned to his picture of Marlena. “Marlena I love you.
I will do everything I can to make you see I’m the best man for you.”
Then he hears his cell ring. “Hello John Black. Yeah I want you to
continue on with the plan. See you tonight.” John hung up the phone.
“My plan has to work. It is my only hope to winning your heart
Marlena.”
Chapter 11:
John was at Marlena’s door in no time. He had to put his plan into
action. He knocked at the door and smiled when Marlena opened the
door. “Hey Mar, are you feeling any better since you got some rest?”
“Yeah but I was hoping you would still be here when I woke up. I
wanted to see your face when I woke up.”
“What did you say?”
“Nothing why don’t you come in?” She moved out of the way so he
could come in. “So what are you doing back?”
“I came by to check on you.”
“You could have just called me on the phone. Why are you really
here?”
“You caught me. My brother Lawrence is throwing a party and I was
hoping you could come.”
“John I’m not sure. I have nothing to wear.”
“I’ll take care of that.”
“John I can’t let you get me a dress.”
“Actually you would be helping me out. The party is for a designer who
wants to sign with either Basic Black or Alimain Publishing. It is a
competition between my dad and me. The designer is giving us both a
few dresses to get some models in; then create a layout. The best one
is the one he chooses.”
“Why are you asking me? I’m sure you could get some famous model
that would help.”
“Because in my eyes you’re the most beautiful woman in the world.”
“That is the sweetest thing anyone has ever said to me.”
“It’s the truth. So will you help me?”
“Since you are being so nice to me I guess I have to accept. Where do
I have to go to get my dress?”
“Come with me to Basic Black. You will be measured and fitted to a
dress. While they are fixing it, I’ll have one of my best makeup artist
and hair dressers to make you look like the Belle of the Ball.”
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John and Marlena were walking down the hall to Basic Black. When
they got closer to a room, they could hear a man yelling loudly in
French. John opened the door. “Marcie is there anything wrong?”
“No no Mr. Black. Everything is just fine.”
“Marcie this is the woman I was telling you about over the phone.”
“Yes Mr. Black. You were right, she is very beautiful.”
Marlena blushed slightly at his comment. “Well I’m going to leave her
in your hands. Don’t forget what I told you.” Marcie nodded his head.
John turned toward Marlena. “I have to get some work done while you
are getting ready. I’m going to leave you with Anna so you can find all
the places you need to go. C-ya later.” He leaned down and gave her
a quick peck on the lips.
She smiled as he walked out. In her mind she was wondering if Laura
was right. Could he be attracted to her? Marcie’s claps brought her out
of her daze. “Ok everyone lets this woman in the perfect dress.”
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John arrived at Marlena’s dorm at around 7 like he had promised. In
his hands he had one dozen white roses with yellow tips. He actually
had an extra one for her pictures. He knocked at her door nervously.
Laura answered it.
“John she is doing some finishing touchups so just wait here. Marlena,
John is here.”
“John stood in the lounge area waiting. He heard the click of her door
and turned to see her. The moment he laid eyes on her it seemed like
time stood still. He stood there just starring at her before she
interrupted his train of thought. “John are you ok?”
“Yeah I was just thinking.”
“About what? Do you think you made a mistake in asking me to go?”
“No I was just thinking about how wrong I was at believing you
couldn’t be anymore beautiful than you normally are.”
He was right about that. Her blonde hair was pulled up in a spiral curl.
She had two tendrils down in the front. The dress she had on wasn’t
the one he had picked out for her but it was a better choice. It was
completely form fitting except just below her waist where it flared
slightly. It was completely black except for some white flowers at her
breast and an array of them on her back that went from just below her
back side to the small train the dress had. The color looked perfect on
her because it brought out the blonde of her hair and her perfectly
tanned skin.
She couldn’t help but giggle slightly at the fact she had him completely
speechless. “Are you going to stand and stair at me all night or are we
going to leave?”
“I’m sorry.”
“I was just joking John.”
“Oh, I didn’t know. Umm… These are for you.” He handed her the
roses.
“John they’re beautiful. Thank you so much.” She noticed that he held
a single on back. “What is that one for?”
“It’s for your picture. Well I’m ready to get going.”
“Laura will you put these in water for me?” She handed Laura the
roses. Then she walked toward John. “Let’s go.” She could feel his
insides turn to mush at her smile. He led her outside to the waiting
limo. “John you didn’t have to do any of this.”
“I wanted to. I felt like I needed to make an impression on the designer
and especially you.” She smiled wider. “I hope I can make this night
memorable for you Mar.”
“Being with you has already made it memorable.” She kissed him on
the check, and then got in the limo.
“It’s going just as I planed.” He followed in behind her and they left for
the party.
Chapter 12:
When the limo pulled to a stop in front of the house, John got out and
then turned to help Marlena out. The look on her face was priceless.
Her mouth was opened wide.
“Mar, are you alright?”
“This house is huge.”
“The inside isn’t that big. It is packed with rooms.”
“Did your brother buy it on his own or did he have some help?”
“Actually this is the house we grew up in. My father moved to Europe
and Lawrence asked if he could stay here.”
“What about you?”
“I was in London at boarding school when he moved. After some time
I went to stay with him in Paris. When I wanted to go out on my own, I
moved back here with Lawrence until I could afford my place.”
“It must have been wonderful to grow up in this house.”
“I’m sure you grew up in a house similar to this.”
“No we lived in a Victorian style house. My grandparents’ house was
similar to this but not as big. So who all are supposed to be here?”
“Just a few important people. The chief of staff at the hospital and his
wife, Victor, my aunt, and brother.”
“What about your father and mother?”
“My father flew in yesterday just for the party and my mom and
Stefano will be here. You can’t have a party in Salem without inviting
Stefano. And that means my brother Tony will be here too.”
“Well I can’t wait to meet your family. I want to see them for myself.”
“Just watch out for my dad. He always tries to charm a beautiful lady.”
“Well just don’t leave me alone.”
“I won’t.” They walked in the door. The front room was lavished. There
was a black and white marble floor. The room was white and
everything was spotless. As they continued into the room several men
bowed their heads.
“What are those men doing?”
“They are my brother’s servants.”
Then one young man walked up to them. “Hello Johnny boy. How are
you and who is this lovely person?”
“This is Marlena Evans.”
“Hello Marlena. I’ll just introduce myself. I’m John’s charming and
handsome older brother Lawrence. You were right dear brother, she is
quite beautiful.”
“What does he mean by that John?”
“Oh John hasn’t stopped talking about you since the night he met you.
I have been waiting to meet you.”
“I have been waiting to meet you as well.”
“Well Bro I see Aunt Vivian over there and to save you from having to
talk to her I’ll sacrifice myself. You two have a wonderful night and
good luck Bro.”
“What did he mean by that John?”
“I’m not sure. Look there’s Victor. Let’s go see him.”
“Actually John I need to go to the restroom. Could you show me where
it is?”
“Sure.” John walked Marlena to the down stairs restroom. “I’m going to
talk to Vic about some business. Do you think you can find us after
you’re done?”
“Yes.” He gave her a kiss on the check then left to find Victor.
“Victor I need to talk to you one moment.” They went over to the
corner of the room where no one could hear them. “I need you to do
me a favor.”
“Sure John whatever it is you got it. What is it? Do you need some
money?”
“No it’s Roman. I need you to talk to Nico about him.”
“John I’m not sure if I can do that. I can’t ask Nico to kill a cop.”
“I don’t want him killed. I just want the hell beat out of him.”
“Why don’t you do it yourself?”
“I promised Marlena I wouldn’t. I went to her apartment earlier today
and found out that he hit her. He and I had a nice heart to heart but I
don’t think he listened to me. Marlena told me when I picked her up
that he had tried to call her and I told him to leave her alone. My only
problem is I can’t break my promise to Marlena.”
“I still don’t know John. That would be a big risk to me.”
“I didn’t want to be the one who told you this but the reason Marlena
broke off the engagement was because he cheated on her with Kate.”
“Late. My Kate.”
“Yeah Victor it was Kate.”
“I can’t believe the two of them. Kate has been lying to me. The two of
them won’t get away with it. No one makes a fool out of Victor Kairikis
and get away with it.”
“So you will help me.” Victor nodded his head.
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As John and Victor continued to talk Marlena came out in the Ballroom
looking for John. While she was looking she heard a strange man start
talking to her. “Excuse me Miss I couldn’t help but notice that you
seem to be looking for someone. Can I help you?”
“I’m looking for John Black.”
“I haven’t seen him tonight but I’m sure he is here.”
“I know he is here. I came with him.”
“You did. How do you know John?”
“He is a real good friend of mine.”
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John could see Marlena from where he was standing. “Vic I see
Marlena. Thanks for helping me.”
“No problem.”
John moved away from Victor and closer to Marlena. When he got
closer to her he saw who she was talking to. He knew he needed to
rescue her. “Mar I’m sorry. Victor and my talk lasted longer than I
thought.”
“It’s alright. This gentleman was keeping me company.”
“This isn’t a gentleman. Marlena I would like to introduce you to my
stepfather, Stefano Dimera. Sorry we can’t stay and chat but we have
something we have to do.”
“Of course John. It was very nice meeting you Marlena.”
“Like wise.” Marlena and John walked toward the French doors to go
outside.
“So my stepson has a new girlfriend. Well she won’t be for long. I think
I want the fair Marlena as my new mistress.”
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John walked Marlena to the fountain. She looked all around for a
camera. “John the photographer isn’t out here.”
“Marlena, I lied to you tonight. There isn’t any competition going on
between me and my father. This is a party Lawrence put on because I
asked him.”
“Why did you want him to throw a party?”
“Because I wanted to be able to take you on a nice date.”
“So you lied to me about…”
“About everything. There are no models and no photographers. The
only pictures taken tonight are for the society section for the paper.”
“Marcie…?”
“He is a clothing designer just one I have employed at Basic Black.
These gowns are some he designed. I actually asked for a different
dress.”
“Do you not like this one?”
“No I love it. You look absolutely beautiful. I was just thinking it would
be yellow. That’s kind of the reason behind the flowers. I just wanted
to get you some that would be special. Then the lady at the flower
shop told me what the roses stood for. Her husband grew them
especially for their relationship. The yellow tips are for the friendship
that they started with. Then that relationship grew into a pure and
deep love. That is what I hope can happen for us.”
“What are you saying John?”
“I’m in love with you, Mar.” She was shocked by his revelation. A
single tear fell down her face. “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have upset you. I
can’t believe how stupid I am.”
“John wait…”
“I should have thought before I opened my big mouth.”
“John will you shut up one minute and let me talk. I feel the same way
about you. I love you.” She saw he was about to say something. “No
talking. Just shut up and kiss me.”
“Your wish is my command.” He leaned in close and cupped her face
with his hands. He started kissing her slowly then more passionately.
She allowed him to push his tongue inside his mouth. At that moment
it felt like they were the only two people alive. Marlena couldn’t
imagine any moment that was better than this.
Chapter 13:
John walked Marlena to her dorm room after the party. He hated that
he was going to have to have to let her go that night. “You’re here safe
and sound. I have to tell you Mar tonight has been the best night of my
life.”
“I know it has been for me too. Next time you want to ask me out don’t
go to all the trouble you did tonight. I would be just as happy going to
a movie.”
“A movie, why didn’t I think about that in the first place? It would have
been much easier than planning this huge party.”
“You are one crazy man John Black. Well I need to go in. Plus it’s
getting late and I don’t want you out.”
“I have a limo and a driver that is good and rested. I’ll be fine.”
“I know but I can still worry about you.” She gave him a quick kiss on
the lips. “Now go and call me when you get home.”
“I say I love you and now you’re already ordering me around.”
“Well you could always take it back.”
“I don’t want to take it back. If it takes having you bossing me around
pretty lady to hear you say you love me I’ll take the bossing.”
“So you’ll call me when you get home?”
“I need a reason to do it.”
“Would a kiss be reason enough?”
“I guess it will have to do.” She gives him another quick kiss. “I’m sorry
but that won’t cut it. I was thinking something more like this.” He took
her in his arms and kissed her fiercely. Marlena wrapped her arms
around his neck to hold him there longer. The kiss got so intense that
John didn’t even know what he was doing when he pushed her
against the wall. Inside Laura could hear the thump. The noise
sounded odd to her so she went to the door to try and find out what it
was.
“What the hell are the two of you doing?”
John and Marlena both jumped at the sound of her voice. They were
extremely red. “Laura I’ll be in later.”
“Alright just don’t do something I would.”
Laura went back in the room. Marlena looked at John and then buried
her head in his chest. “I’m so embarrassed.”
He kissed the top of her head. “Don’t be Mar. Our relationship isn’t
anything to be embarrassed of.”
“I guess your right. I had better get in before she comes back out or
before we get hot and heavy again. I love you. C-ya later.”
“Love you to. See you tomorrow.” He leaned down and gave her a
kiss. “I’ll call you when I get home. Love you Mar.”
She watched him walk down the hall toward the stairs. When he got to
them, he turned back and flashed that killer smile that made Marlena’s
knees go weak. She smiled back and when she opened the door, she
waved goodbye. He waked on down the stairs and she went in her
dorm. As soon as Marlena walked through the door she was
bombarded with questions from Laura.
“I take it that the date went well.”
“The date was perfect. I had a wonderful time and didn’t even think
about Roman Brady.”
“I could tell that by the kiss earlier. How did all of this happen?”
“Well you know all of the things I told you about, it was a lie. He was
lying about everything. The way he told me he loved me was the
sweetest, most romantic way ever.”
“How did he do it?”
“He took me outside to the fountain in the garden, and then told me
the story about the roses. The florist grew them for his wife. The
yellow is for friendship and the white is for a pure love. When I asked
him what he was saying, he told me he loved me. And God when we
kissed, it was magical.”
“I bet it was. You look like you are on cloud nine.”
“I am. Laura, I’m so in love with him. He makes me so happy.” She
hears the phone ring. “I’ll get it.” She picks up the phone. “Hello.
Marlena and Laura’s room.”
“Hey there pretty lady. Just calling to check in.”
“Thank you for calling. I know it may be a hurt to your male pride but I
just wanted to make sure you got home alright.”
“It doesn’t hurt my pride. I wanted to hear your voice again tonight
anyway. I have a question for you.”
“Alright, what is it?”
“What are your favorite foods?”
“My favorite foods. Give me one second. I love peanut butter,
chocolate, strawberries, bananas…”
“Ok that’s enough.”
“Why did you want to know?”
“It’s a surprise. I’ll see you tomorrow.”
“John I have to study for an exam tomorrow.”
“I know and I’ll still see you tomorrow with your surprise.”
“Ok. Bye. I love you.”
“I love you to Pretty lady. Bye.”
Marlena hung up the phone. “What are you up to John Black?”
Chapter 14:
It was about 11:30 when Marlena got out of her first exam. She
wanted to grab a bite of lunch but knew the Dining Hall wouldn’t open
until 12:00. She had her abnormal psychology exam tomorrow and
wanted to get started studying as soon as possible. She knew Laura
would go get herself something to eat so Marlena figured she would
just ask her to get her something. When Marlena got outside her dorm
room she could hear muffled voices inside. She walked in and found
Laura and John talking.
“What are the two of you planning?”
“Baby, I’m hurt that you think we are planning anything. I just came by
to see you and you were still taking your Spanish exam so I was just
having a friendly conversation with your roommate.”
“Yeah right. If you think I’ll buy that then I have some ocean front
property in Arizona I want to sell you.”
“I’ll buy anything your selling baby.” He walks over to Marlena and
gave her a big kiss.
“Hey you two, get a room.”
“Sorry about that Laura. Honey as much as I love seeing you I’m
going to be studying all day.”
“I know that.”
Laura stood up with a suitcase in hand. “That is the reason I’m
leaving. You know I’m done with all my exams.”
“Yeah I know lucky you. So are you going home?”
“Nope. I’m going to look at Browning University. I have decided to stay
in Salem.”
“What about John Hopskin?”
“I changed my mind. Marlena I have fallen love with Bill. If I go to
Browning I’ll be able so stay with him. Well I’m going to get going. I’ll
see you at graduation.”
Laura gave Marlena a hug bye. When Laura walked out of the room,
Marlena looked at John and he had an upset look on his face.
“John honey what’s wrong?”
“I was just thinking. In a few days you will be going back to Colorado
and then what happened to us Mar. Our relationship just got started
and I don’t want to let you go.”
“What are you talking about John?”
“I know you have signed up to go to John Hopskin University but you
leaving could be the end of us. If you want to go, I want you to go but I
have this fear if you leave you will go up there and forget about me.”
“John that couldn’t happen. I love you.”
“I know you do and I love you too. That is the reason that if you want
to go, I’ll let you go.”
“John there is nothing I want more to stay here with you but I can’t.”
“Why not?”
“My parents won’t allow me. John I busted my butt to get here after my
parents refused to pay for it. There is no way I can afford graduate
school. My mom said the only way they would pay for it is if I go to
John Hopskin. If I don’t have their help I can’t go.”
“Yes you can.”
“How?”
“I’ll pay for it.”
“John I couldn’t let you do that.”
“Why don’t you call and talk to your parents tomorrow? See what they
say. When they give you an answer we’ll talk about it some more. I
just don’t want to talk about it anymore tonight.”
“Tonight?”
Yeah tonight. I’m staying here with you all night.”
“John we just started dating I don’t think it’s the right time for us to
have sex.”
“They say that men only have their minds in the gutter. I said nothing
about us having sex. I just said I was staying here. I want to make
sure you study and take care of yourself by eating right. I’m not going
to stand here and pretend I don’t want to make love to you because
baby I do. It’s taking everything in me not to throw you down on that
couch, rip your clothes off, and make mad passionate love to you but I
can wait until the day you say your ready.”
“Thank you. So you said you were going to make sure I ate right, how
are you going to do that? Are you going to go get my food from the
Dinning Hall for me?”
“No why did you think I asked you what your favorite foods are? I
brought the food to you. I packed up enough food to do us lunch and
supper today and even brought you some cereal and apple juice for
breakfast. I didn’t forget the milk either.”
“I swear you have to be the sweetest most romantic man alive and I’m
so lucky to have you.”
No Marley. I’m the lucky one to have you in my life. So let’s see for
lunch I have peanut butter sandwiches, chips, and a bowl of fresh
fruits which includes: Strawberries, bananas, apples, peaches,
watermelon, cantaloupe, and grapes. I even remembered you said
you hated oranges, blueberries, and raspberries.”
“I told you that at the Horton Cabin. How could you remember?”
“I remember everything you told me. Let’s see for breakfast you will
only eat your eggs scrambled with ketchup. You will eat any of the
breakfast meats except bacon. On your biscuits you will eat Honey,
Strawberry, or apple jelly. You hate anything grape or orange flavored
but you love to eat grapes. And you like all kinds of nuts except
peanuts but the other day you told me you love peanut butter.”
“I can’t believe you remembered all that. Enough talking let’s sit down
and eat lunch so you can be board out of your mind with abnormal
psychology.”
“I’m never board at anything you do.”
“I’ll remind you of that in twenty minutes.” She laughed and took and
place beside John and grabbed her plate.
Chapter 15:
Marlena woke up at 8 to find herself in her own bed. She had no idea
how she had got in bed. The last thing she remembered was studying
on the couch while John was napping on the floor. She put on her
bedroom shoes and walked in the lounge area. “John are you here?”
She never heard an answer. She went to the mini frig and found a
note on it.
Good morning sleeping beauty. I’m sorry I wasn’t there when you
woke up. I have a meeting at 8:30 so I had to leave. The food is in the
frig so eat. I’ll see you later. Love you.
John.
She couldn’t believe how sweet he was. Then she noticed a little PS.
PS: If you are wondering how you got in bed the answer is I put you
there. You knocked out on the couch around 11:30. I thought you
would be more comfortable in your own bed. I’ll talk to you later. Love
you again.
Marlena poured her cereal in her favorite bowl. She went and took a
quick shower. After her shower she pulled on a pair of cotton shorts
and a tee shirt. Then she headed out the door to take her exam.
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She finished up her exam at 11. She was sitting down unwinding from
her exam when she heard a knock at the door. “One minute. I’m
coming.” She opened the door and found a deliverer guy with a bunch
of liliacs.
“Are you Marlena Evans?”
“Yes I am.” He handed her the flowers, then he turned to leave. She
closed the door and found the card. She opened it and read what was
written.
“Marley. Good Luck on your exam. See I told you I remembered
everything.”
“Oh John you are a good man and I don’t want to have to leave you.
There is only one way to make sure I can stay. She picked up the
phone and dialed. “Hello. The Evans’ house.”
“Hello I need to talk to my father, Dr. Evans.”
“Wait one moment Miss. Evans I’ll get him.”
Marlena waited on hold for about a minute when she heard her father
pick up.
“Hey daddy.”
“Hey Princess. What are you calling for?”
“I need your help daddy.”
“What is it Princess?”
“You do know mom wants me to go to Johns Hopkins and she said
the only way y’all would pay for it is if that’s where I go.”
“Yeah sweetheart. What is the problem?”
“I don’t want to go there daddy.”
“Why not? It’s the best med school in the US. Not only that but it’s
where I went.”
“I know that. I want to go to Browning University.”
“Browning University. Why?”
“I don’t want to leave Salem. Daddy I have made a lot of new friends
here.”
“Plus that man you’re going to marry is there.”
“Actually daddy we broke off the engagement but I have met someone
else I’m in love with. Really in love with.”
“Does he love you?”
“Yes he does. I want to be with him. I don’t want to have to leave him.”
“If that’s what you really want Princess I’ll make sure it happens.”
“Thank you daddy. I love you.”
“I love you Princess. I’ll see you at graduation.” He listened as
Marlena hung up the phone. Frank Evans was going to make sure his
little girl was happy. He picked up the phone. “Greg get me the
number to Browning University.”
Martha Evans walked in while her husband was on the phone. “Why
do you need the number for Browning University?”
“Marlena just called and said that’s where she wants to go to Med
School at.”
“We told her we would only pay for Johns Hopkins.”
“No Martha you told her that. I’m going to make sure my little girl is
happy and if her going to Browning University makes her happy then
that is where she will go. Do you understand?”
“Daddy is everything alright?”
“Of course Sam. Everything is fine. What do you need angel?”
“I was going to tell you I talked to Mar and she asked if I would come
down early.”
“That’s fine with me. I’ll make sure the jet is gassed and ready to go.”
“Thank you daddy.” Sam turned and walked out. Her mother followed
behind her.
“Samie do you mind if I go along with you?”
“It’s not my choice mom. It’s up to Mar if she wants you there. Sam
walked away from her mom.
“Marlena I’m coming to Salem and when I get there we are going to
have a long talk.”
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Marlena waited until around 12:30 to call John.
“Black here.”
“Is that how you answer the phone?”
“Hey baby. How are you doing?”
“I’m doing fine.”
“How was your exam?”
“It was so easy. Thank you so much for helping me study last night
and thank you for putting me to bed.”
“You’re welcome. You’re so beautiful when you sleep.”
“I have a surprise for you.”
“What is it?”
“I called my daddy and guess where I’m going to med school?”
“I hope it’s Browning.”
“It is. I’m so happy. Daddy said he would do everything in his power to
get me in and usually what daddy wants daddy gets.”
“Well I’m glad. Tell him I’ll do everything in my power to make sure
you get in too.”
“I’m just worried about my mom. What if she tries to stop him?”
“She won’t. From what you have told me, your dad has the control.”
“I’m sure you’re right. There’s only one problem with me staying.”
“What’s that?”
“I need to find a place to live that is available right now.”
“I think I know just the place.”
“Really where is it?”
“It’s a surprise. I’ll pick you up around 6.”
“I’ll be waiting.”
John hung up the phone. “This will be perfect. I can’t wait for Marlena
to move in to the new apartment. We will never be apart.”
Chapter 16:
John was at Marlena’s door at 5:15. He knocked at her door.
“One Second.”
John was standing there waiting. As soon as she opened the door, he
grabbed her in his arms and gave her a big kiss. He heard a clearing
of the throat and his head snapped back. He just stared at the person
who caught his eye. “What the hell. There are two of you.”
“We know there are two of us. John I would like to introduce you to the
girl you were just kissing. This is my sister, Sam.”
“I’m so embarrassed.”
“Don’t be John. People get us confused all the time. So you are the
guy my sister is madly in love with.”
“I certainly hope I am. I know I feel the same about her.”
“I can tell you are. So Sam we didn’t get a chance to talk before John
knocked. What are you doing here so early? I thought you were
coming tomorrow.”
“I was but I came to warn the both of you mom and dad are coming
tomorrow.”
“I knew dad was. He is going to talk to the people at Browning
University but why is mom?”
“I’m not sure but it can’t be good.”
“Thanks for warning us. You can stay her tonight. I’m not sure if my
roommate is coming back tonight but it shouldn’t matter. John and I
are going to look at an apartment. Are you going to be alright here
alone?”
“Of course I am. I’m a big girl.”
“Ok we’ll be back after while. See you later.”
John and Marlena walked out the door. As they were walking down
the stairs, John started apologizing
“Marley I’m so sorry I kissed you sister.”
“John it’s ok. It was an honest mistake. She came to the door and
didn’t say a word about who she was. It didn’t help you that we are
identical twins.”
“But I should have known it wasn’t you.”
“Honey it’s ok. My mom and dad still get us confused. I don’t expect
you to know us apart the first time you meet her.”
“I’m so lucky to have you as an understanding girlfriend. And not to
forget that you are incredibly hot.”
“Well let’s get going to going to this apartment you were talking about.”
They got in the car and drove for what seemed like an hour. Marlena
didn’t really care. She was so engrossed in the music she didn’t
notice. She sang along with every country song that came on the
radio. John was laughing at her lightly. She was killing every song that
was coming on. Usually it bothered him when someone sung who
couldn’t but listening to her didn’t. Nothing she did ever got on his
nerves. They were about on the other side of town when they stopped
at a brick building.
“Where are we John?”
“We are at the apartments.”
“This is it?”
“Yeah I know it looks a little rough on the outside but I promise it looks
better on the inside. Do you want to go look at the apartment I’m
talking about?”
“Yeah.”
They got on the elevator. John walked Marlena to a steel sliding door.
He pulled hard on the handle to open the door. When they walked
inside Marlena’s mouth dropped wide. She looked around the
apartment. There was a fireplace by two bay windows. On the other
side there was this winding stair case that lead upstairs. Beside the
stairs there was an open area that had another window. Right beside
the door there was the kitchen area that was just perfect. Marlena
couldn’t believe here eyes.
“So do you like it?”
“Do I like it? I love it. It’s so perfect. Thank you for finding it for me. I
want it.”
“I’m glad you like it.”
“I guess we need to meet with the landlord so I can find out how much
rent is. My luck is that it will be more than I can afford and I know my
mom will never let me live her so she will fight my daddy tooth and nail
to make sure I don’t get it.”
“How much can you afford?”
“Maybe about a hundred.”
“I’m sure that the rent will be hundred a month.”
“John that is only twenty five dollars a week. The landlord will never
get do that.”
“I think you can talk him into it. It may have to require a kiss.”
“John are you purposing that I seduce the landlord. I would be willing
to give him a kiss one the check but that is all.”
“I think it will require tongue.”
“This landlord sounds like he is a dirty old man. Where is he?”
“You are looking at him.”
“You. John you are the landlord.”
“Yeah I’m the dirty old man.”
“I’m so sorry. Let me see if I can get that kiss ready for you.” She
stood on her tip toes and gave John a hot kiss. She allowed his
tongue to enter her mouth and even swirled hers around his. “How is
that?”
“That was perfect. Now do you still want to apartment because I have
to say I want you to have it?”
“Why is that?”
“I won’t have as far to travel to see you.”
“How close is your apartment to this one?”
“That’s right you have never been to my apartment. Do you want to
go?” She nodded her head. He took her by the hand and led her out
the door. Then they stopped at the door across from Marlena’s.
“John I don’t understand.”
“This is my apartment.”
“You live right across the hall. This is so like a Friends episode. God I
feel like Rachel.”
“I have to say you look better than Jennifer Anniston.”
“I could only wish to look better than her. Not only that but she has the
perfect life. She is a TV star, Movie star, her father plays on some
soap, and not only that she is married to the hottie Brad Pit.”
“Hey. Brad Pit isn’t that hot.”
“I don’t know. Have you ever really looked at him?” She felt John
seem to slump. “John baby I’m just joking. You are so much hotter
than Brad Pit. I mean you have the most perfect black hair, a rock
hard chest, and those beautiful blue eyes. I almost forgot that killer
smile that makes my knees go weak and those kissable lips.” She
stands on her toes again and pulls him into a kiss. As the kiss grows
more passionately John’s cell starts ring.
“John Black here.”
On the other end is his mother. “Johnny I need to see you right away.
It is very important.”
“Alright mom I’ll be right there.” He hung up the phone. “That was my
mom. She sounded like there was something wrong. She needs to
see me. I’ll take you home and then come back to see her.”
“John I want to go with you. You said she sounded like something was
wrong you need to get there. Plus it will give me a chance to meet
your mom.”
“I’m glad you are there for me. I have a feeling I’m going to need you
now more than ever.” He takes her hand and they go to the elevator.
Chapter 17:
John and Marlena arrived at eh Dimera mansion. John hated coming
there but he couldn’t just abandon his mother. He knocked at the door
and waited for someone to answer.
“John I’m so glad you came by and you even brought the beautiful
Marlena.”
“Stefano I don’t have time for you. My mom called and said she
needed to see me. Where is she?”
“She is upstairs in her room.”
“John do you want me to go with you?”
“Please come with me Mar.” He takes her hand and they walked
upstairs. John stops at the door and knocks.
“Come in.” John opens the door and finds his mom lying in the bed.
“Johnny I’m so glad you came.”
“Mom what is wrong?”
“Could we please talk alone?”
“I don’t mind. I’ll wait downstairs with your stepfather.”
Marlena walked out the door. “Mom what is wrong?”
“You have always been my favorite son. You are the only proof to me
there is a such thing as real and true love. I know what I did to your
father was wrong but at the time you were conceived out of love. That
is the reason I want to give you something.” She reaches beside her
into a night stand drawer and pulled out a silver ring.
“What is this?”
“It was your grandmother’s wedding ring. Around the band it says “Mi
Amor.”.”
“Doesn’t that mean “my love.”?”
“Yes it does. I’m giving you this so you can give it to the woman you
love.”
“That is the reason you called me?”
“No Johnny. I found out today that I have cancer. Johnny I’m dying.”
“There’s something you can do, radiation or chemotherapy.”
“There’s nothing. The cancer is too far along. I wanted to give you this
because it’s important that you find someone you love enough to give
her this ring.”
“Really who is that?”
“The woman who was in here with me, that’s her. Mom she’s great
and I’m in love with her.”
“Well I would love to meet her.”
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While John and his mother were talking Marlena was downstairs.
When she first went down she noticed Stefano sitting at a table
playing chess and listening to Operaretic music. She went and sat on
the couch.
“So are you and John done talking to his mother?”
“She wanted to talk to him alone.”
“Ah, do you like to play chess?”
“I don’t know how to play.”
“I love chess. I don’t mean to brag but I’m the best there is.”
“Isn’t the object of the game is to capture the opponents king?”
“It’s more than that. It’s a mind game. You can tell a lot about a person
by the way they play. You see I like to attack my opponent’s weak
points. You have to watch out because sometimes the pawn will
destroy himself.”
Marlena looked toward the stairs when she heard the sound of
footsteps. She stood when she was John come into view with an older
woman. She didn’t look like she was that old. She had brown hair with
just a little grey. Her face was perfect; there wasn’t a wrinkle in sight.
She knew it was John’s mother because she had meet her earlier but
even if she hadn’t, she could tell John had gotten one thing from her,
his eyes. They were ocean blue but they didn’t have John’s twinkle in
them. Then she noticed John’s didn’t either.
“Mother I would like you to meet my girlfriend Marlena Evans. Marlena
this is my mother Daphanie.”
“Hello Mrs. Dimera.”
“Please call me Daphanie. Would the two of you mind, I would like to
talk to Marlena alone? Would you like to go out into the garden?”
“That’s fine.” Marlena followed behind Daphanie. Daphanie closed the
door behind her.
“I don’t want to scare you. I just wanted to talk to you and get to know
you.”
“I would like to get to know you as well.”
“My son tells me that you and him have been seeing each other for
sometime.”
“He is right.”
“The main thing I wanted to know is are you in love with my son. I only
ask because he says he is in love with you and as a mother I want to
make sure you don’t break his heart.”
“Yes I’m very much in love with your son. He is a wonderful man and
I’m so lucky to have him in my life.”
“I’m glad to know that. I just wanted to make sure John is well taken
care of and by the way he talked about you upstairs I know you are
the one to that for him. So let’s get to some easier question.
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When Marlena and his mother went outside he was alone with
Stefano. He hated that man. Knowing that his mom was dying it made
him hate him more for everything he had done to his mom.
“Would you like to join me in a game John?”
“Why not?”
John sat down in front of the chess board. They were deep in the
game when Stefano asked the next question.
“So you and the lovely Marlena are dating now.”
“Yes we are. What does it matter to you?”
“I was just surprised. She is much different than your other girlfriends,
especially Kristen and Isabelle.”
“She has class.”
“I noticed that. She reminds me of someone who could be a queen.”
“I have to agree with you on that but she is my queen. Don’t be getting
any ideas.”
“I wouldn’t dream of it.”
Just then Marlena and Daphanie walked back in. “When we are back
and I’m sorry I took your girl away for one minute. It was very nice
meeting you Marlena.”
“It was nice meeting you as well.”
“Well Mar I need to get you back to the dorm. I’ll see you later mom.”
He leaned in and gave his mom a kiss on the check.
“Thanks for the game John but a little warning. If you continue to play
the game like you are you will lose the queen.”
“I’ll never lose the queen but if you don’t watch out you will lose king.”
John and Marlena walked out the door. “John what was all that
about?”
“Nothing just chess.”
“John are you ok.”
“I’m fine.”
“Your mom told me what is wrong. I’m so sorry.”
“Baby I’ll be fine as long as I have you.”
“You will always have me John. She gave him a quick kiss on the lips
and then got in the car. They drove back to the dorm with Marlena
holding John’s hand the whole time.
Chapter 18:
Graduation had gone perfect. John couldn’t believe how beautiful
Marlena was. The way she spoke just blew his mind. He was so proud
that he was dating not only the most beautiful girl in the world but she
was the top of her class. After graduation John threw Marlena, Laura,
and Maggie at Marlena’s new apartment. The biggest surprise was
coming to Maggie. Mickey was finally done with Law School and was
coming back home to Salem. Marlena couldn’t believe everything
John had went though to make sure this party was perfect. Seeing the
look on her best friends face made everything wonderful.
“John I don’t know how to thank you. This whole thing has been
perfect.”
“When is everyone going to be gone so we came be alone?”
“I’m not sure. Tonight Sam and Maggie are going to stay over. Laura
is moving in so we can share to expenses of staying here without
getting a dorm.”
“I didn’t know Laura was going to be living with you.”
“Yeah she is. Is that alright?”
“Yes. It’s fine. I have a little graduation gift for you.”
“What is it? I thought that the party was my gift.”
“It is but I have something else. I want to take you away on a trip. Just
you and me.”
“Where?”
“A little cabin in the woods. It was something I found one day when
walking.”
“I’m sure it will be very beautiful.”
“It is. I want it to be a chance for us to be alone. We could get a little
closer.”
“I would like that. When are we going?”
“I was hoping tomorrow morning.”
“That will be perfect.”
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The party ended at about 11:00. It was more Marlena wanting it to end
more than anyone. She was upstairs packing when the girls walked in.
“What are you packing for sis?”
“I’m going on a trip tomorrow.”
“A trip. So rich boyfriend is taking you off.”
“Sam.”
“I’m happy for you. I was just joking. So where are y’all going.”
“To a little cabin in the woods so we can be alone.”
“A little cabin and all alone. So are you two going to get really closer?”
“What do you mean Sam?”
“I thing she is asking are the two of you planning to have sex?”
“Laura!!”
“It’s an honest question.”
“Of course we aren’t.”
“Sis you still aren’t waiting until marriage are you?”
“Sam I’m Catholic.”
“I know you are. Remember I grew up the same way you did and I’m
far from a virgin. Sis this guy is planning for the two of you to be alone
in the woods. What do you think he wants?”
“We both agreed to wait until we were ready.”
“What makes you ready?”
“When I love someone I’ll be willing to give myself to him.”
“”Don’t you love John?”
“Yes I do very much.”
“Then what are you waiting for.”
“I have really enjoyed the talk but I need to get some rest. I’ll see y’all
in the morning.”
All the girls left the room. Marlena sat down on the bed and looked at
her picture of John on her nightstand. She picked up the picture and
stoked the glass. “I’m I ready to be with you John. I know I love you
but are we really ready to move to this step.
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It was the next day and John and Marlena was at the cabin. It was in
the woods that surrounded the hills of Salem. The view was
wonderful. The inside of the cabin wasn’t bad either. It almost looked
like a one room place. The kitchen was right there as soon as you
walked thought the door. There was a little chest that separated the
kitchen from the living room. In the living room there was a couch,
fireplace, and a bed. Marlena went into the only other room there was
and that was the small bath. It had a toilet and sink but no shower.
“The shower is outside.”
“Oh. I was beginning to get a little worried. What about the bed?”
“That is the only one. I was planning on sleeping on the couch.”
“You don’t have to do that.”
“I do. I have my own reasons for not being able to sleep in the bed
with you. I’m going to go get the rest of the stuff out of the car. By the
way Sam sent you a present that she asked me to give to you when
we got here. It’s lying on the table.”
“Thank you.” Marlena went and got the gift. There was a card with it:
Sis I hope this will help with tonight. Don’t forget what we talked about.
Love Sam.
She opened the box and found a black nightie. It was completely lace
with a ribbon at the top. The panties that went with it was the short
lacey boy cut kind. On top of the nightie was another note. It said
Mar. Do everything that I would. And you know what I would do. Sam
Marlena couldn’t believe her sister. Then images started entering her
mind of John talking the nightie off her and laying her on the bed,
making love to her. She felt herself getting hotter at these thought. It
was at that moment she decided it was time that she gave herself to
John. She had finally found the one man she loved and knew it was
time they were together in every way.
Chapter 19
Marlena walked back in the cabin after taking a nice hot shower. She
caught John spreading a blanket on the couch. “What are you doing
John?”
“I’m getting my bed ready.”
“I thought we talked about this. I want you to sleep in the same bed as
me.”
“I can’t Mar. It wouldn’t be fair to you or me.”
“Listen why don’t I go change for bed and then we can talk some more
about it.”
“It won’t matter. I won’t change my mind.”
Marlena went in the bathroom. “I bet you will John.” Marlena quickly
changed into the outfit that Sam had bought for her. She put on robe
and went back into the bed/Living Room. She caught the sight of John
in just his sweatpants stirring a little fire. “John…”
“I hope you don’t mind I built a fire. I didn’t realize it got a little cold all
the way out here.”
“It’s fine. John would you please turn around and look at me?” He did
and his mouth dropped open. “Are you so sure you don’t’ want to
sleep in the same bed as me?”
“It would be fair.”
“I wouldn’t be fair to who?”
“For you and especially me. I can’t lay in the bed with you, especially
with you dressed like that.”
“What is wrong with you? Don’t you want me?”
“Yes I want you Marlena. It is taking everything in me not to take you
in my arms and make love to you but we agreed that we were going to
wait.” She walked up to him. She places her hands on his chest.
“What if I don’t want to wait anymore? I know I’m in love with you and I
want to be with you.”
“Are you saying?”
“I want you to make love to me John.”
She pulled his face to hers and started kissing him. She allowed his
tongue to enter her mouth. She pulled back and he looked her in the
eyes. “Are you sure because if you aren’t we don’t have to. I don’t
want you to feel pressured.”
She nodded her head. “I’m sure.” She started kissing him again. He
made a trail of kisses from her lips to her neck. He pulled back and
looked her right in the eyes as he untied her robe. He placed his
hands on her collar bone and moved them up until he slipped the robe
right off her shoulder. His eyes seemed to devourer her body. He
couldn’t believe the way she looked. Never in his wildest dreams had
she looked this beautiful. Her breasts were calling out to him as they
moved up and down along with her heavy breathing. He moved his
arms slowly down her arms.
“You are so beautiful Marlena.” He took her in his arms and started
kissing her. He picked her up around her waist and carried her to bed.
He placed her on her feet at the foot of the bed. He moved the straps
of her gown down her shoulders. His breath cached as he watched
the gown fall off her body. No fantasy could have prepared him for this
moment. Hs hands skimmed up her waist to her breast. He first
started by softly creasing them, then bent his head down and took on
in his mouth. He slowly sucked on each one and allowed his tongue to
dance on each nipple. Marlena couldn’t believe the feeling that John
was creating just with his mouth. She had her hands tangled in his
short hair and had her neck arched back. She started breathing
heavier and moaning his name. He started down her stomach with his
mouth while his hands continued creasing her breast. He was kissing
around her belly button and then started flicking his tongue in and out
of it. He stopped what he was doing long enough to look at her face.
She was biting the bottom of her lip and her face was all flushed with
desire. He put his index fingers under the band of her panties and
pulled them down her log legs. He stood up in front of her. She slowly
raked her nails down his chest. She looked him in the eyes and found
they had turned from the ocean blue to almost a midnight blue. She
gently nipped at his bottom lip and then returned the favor and kissed
him all round his chest. She heard him groan in appreciation. She
pulled his sweatpants down, leaving him only in his blue boxers. He
gently laid her on the bed and then pulled his boxers off. He put
himself in the position and looked in her eyes. He placed himself
inside her slowly. He heard her gasp in pain.
“Marlena did I hurt you?” Marlena shook her head no. “Don’t lie. I
know I did. We should stop.”
“No John, don’t stop. Please continue making love to me.”
“Are you sure?”
“I have never wanted anything more.”
He started kissing her again. He continued moving slowly. As he
allowed her to get used to him inside her, he started thrusting harder
and harder. She had her nails digging in his back and he was kissing
her on his neck. As they continued moving together Marlena was
moaning his name. Then with one final thrust they climaxed together.
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Marlena was lying on John’s chest with her legs tangled with his. He
was gently stroking her arm and hair.
“I’m so sorry that I hurt you.”
“John its fine. I knew it would hurt the first time.”
“What do you mean by the first time?”
“John this was the first time I have ever been with a man.”
“Why didn’t you tell me? I could have been easier with you.”
“You were fine. You took it very gentle with me. I didn’t tell you
because I thought it would turn you off.”
“Sweetheart there is nothing you could do to turn me off. It is actually
kind of a turn on.”
“Why is that?”
“To know I’m the only man who has touched this incredible body has
me turned on more than you can imagine.”
“I always wanted my first time to be like a fairy tale…”
“I’m sorry it wasn’t. If I had known I would have planned this night a
little better.”
“John you didn’t let me finish. It was a fairy tale. John I have always
wanted my first time to be this magical. Not only that but I got to share
it with the man I really love.”
“I love you to. I got you something.” He got out of bed and reached in
his suitcase and pulled out a small box. He climbed back in bed and
handed her the box. She opened it and gasped.
“John it’s a wedding band.”
“It was my grandmother’s. When my mom told me she was dying, she
gave it to me so I could give it to the woman I love. That woman is
you. I wanted to give it to you when we got closer but I don’t think I
can feel any closer to you than I do right now.”
“John it’s beautiful. What does that say?”
“It says My Love. I wanted to give it to you as a promise ring. As a
symbol of my promise to you that I’ll always be there for you.”
“John that is so sweet. I love it and I love you so much.”
“Listen I want you to get some rest. No more physical activities
tonight, I don’t want to risk hurting you again.”
“Good night John. I love you.”
“I love you to baby. Sweet dreams.” He kissed the top of her head and
they both went right to sleep.
Chapter 20 part 1.
Marlena woke up early. She looked beside herself and found John
was still asleep. She propted herself up on her elbow and watched
him sleep. She watched as his chest as it rose up and down as he
breathed slowly. She couldn’t believe they had actually made love.
She placed her hands on his chest and felt his skin had returned to
warm. She remembered how hot his skin felt last night as he moved
over her body. It made her stomach feel like it had butterflies in it just
thinking about it. She ran the tip of her index finger down his chest and
watched as the mussles twitched under it. She ran it along the side.
“That tickles.”
“Good morning handsome.”
“Good morning beautiful. What are you doing awake so early?”
“I was watching you sleep and thinking about last night.”
“And what did you realize?”
“I realize that last night was increadable.”
“You are just finding this out. For a future srink, you’re a little slow. I
realized that last night.”
“You didn’t let me finish. I was thinking about how wonderful it was to
share it with you. I have to say I wanted my first time to be like a
dream and you made it that way. I have always dreamed that my first
time would be with someone I really loved. After everything I learned
about my parents I didn’t believe that kind of love really existed but
you have shown me that it really does. I didn’t think I could have loved
you any more until last night when I shared that little piece of myself
with you. You know my favorite singer Jessica Simpson sings a song
that explains how I feel.”
She gets up and wraps the sheet around herself. “Hey why did you
take the cover?”
“You don’t need the cover. It’s nothing I haven’t seen before.” She
gets her CD case and puts the CD in the player. While she was
putting it on the right track, she feels John’s arms around her. “What
are you doing out of bed?”
“I wanted to dance with you.”
As the song starts to play they sway back and forth. Marlena rested
her head on his shoulder as he put her hand over his heart.
“Can you imagine us…
making love…
The way it would feel the first time that we touched.
Can you think of it,
the way I dream of it?
I want you to see it like I’m seeing it.
It’s affliction of perfection…
The vision of your direction…
(Chorus)
Your lips upon my lips,
Can you just picture it?
Your finger tips on my finger tips.
Your skin upon my skin…
Would be the sweetest sin.
That would be the sweetest sin.
All night I lay awake,
Cauz its to much to take.
Dreaming about the love that we could make.
All day I think of schemes,
To get you next to me.
I want you so bad that I can barely breathe.
It’s a sign of my obsession…
That I can stop thinking bout…
(Chorus)
It would feel so good…
To be so bad…
You don’t know how bad…
I want that…
I would…
Do anything to feel your everything…
(Chorus) x 2
your lips upon my lips…
would be the sweetest sin…”
“John Do you know how many nights I spent dreaming of being with
you. The song is true, I have never wanted anyone in my life the way I
wanted you last night and I couldn’t have imagined it being anymore
perfect.”
“What part of the song really applies to us?”
“Let me see. The part that says “It’s affliction of perfection…The vision
of your direction… Your lips upon my lips,
Can you just picture it? Your finger tips on my finger tips. Your skin
upon my skin… Would be the sweetest sin. That would be the
sweetest sin.” I have to say I have never wanted anyone to give me
directions but you and if what we did was a sin, then it was the
sweetest sin and I’ll willing go to hell because I’m not willing to give it
up.”
“You and me both baby. I can’t say you are my first but you have been
the only one I have ever loved. I love you so much.”
“I love you too, John.”
Chapter 20 Part 2:
John and Marlena continued to dance slowly to Marlena’s CD. The
song was now “my Heart of Innocence.”
“Sometimes I wake up in the dark of night
And in my mind is a picture of you
I know someday this dream will come alive
So for now your shadow will do
I’ve never seen your face
But I know you’re in my heart
maybe someday some place
I’ll hold you in my arms
I have a gift for you
Something I’ve held on to
Waiting for your sweet caress
The ribbon has been untied
From all that I hold inside
And only you will posses
This heart of innocence
I lay my head down on a pillow of white
Here in the dark I am cradled in peace
No ghost from yesterday
To haunt me at night
No tears to dry, no sad memories
It isn’t hard to hold
And I will safely keep
With the strength that’s in my soul
Until you come to me”
“You know John sometimes I wondered if I had waited to long to be
with a man. Roman said that he went to another woman because I
wouldn’t have sex with him but it never felt right. That was until I found
you. Now when I remember my first time it will have been with you and
not some meaningless person.”
“I still can’t believe I was your first. You were amazing.”
“Well I had a great instructor.”
“Really well as your teacher I think it is time for your test.”
“You know I think you are right.”
She takes his hand as he leads her to the bed.
“I have a gift for you
Something I’ve held on to
Waiting for your sweet caress
The ribbon has been untied
From all that I hold inside
And only you will posses
This heart of innocence
Every night I make a wish before I fall asleep (I make a wish)
That destiny will take your hand
And lead you to me”
“You know John I think that my test maybe just a little too hard. I think
I may need some extra credit.”
“What do you mean Mar?”
“I want to know what pleases you.”
“What pleases me? Last night did I please you?”
“Yes honey you did.”
“That is all I need. Pleasing you, pleases me.”
“But John…”
“No buts about it. Just let me please you. That is all I need.” He takes
her face between his hands and kisses her. Marlena wanted to
protest. She isn’t to not getting the last word but in that moment it is
lost to her. She feels John’s tongue trying to force its way into her
mouth so she opened it wider to allow it to enter. She can’t believe
how much she enjoys kissing him. She had never in her life had a
man leave her this breathless. Then she feels John’s lips move to her
neck. She didn’t know how he knew the exact spot to kiss to get her
turned on even more but he did. She felt the sheet fall from her body.
As she felt his hands move down her body, she involuntarily shook.
“I have a gift for you
Something I’ve held on to
Waiting for your sweet caress
No ribbon has been untied
From all that I hold inside
And only you will posses
This heart of innocence
I love you”
She practically said I love you along with the song. John was
massaging her breast while he kissed her neck. Then he replaced his
hands with his mouth. He ran small circles around the tip of her nipple
and then slightly nipped it. He pulled back and stared he in the eyes.
“Why did you stop?”
“Sit down on the bed.”
“Why?”
“Do you trust me?”
“Of course I do.”
“Then just sit down.”
“She did as he asked. He dropped down to his knees in front of her.
She looked at him in disbelief. “What are you doing?”
“Just trust me.” He puts his hands one her hips and kissed her
stomach. He traveled his was down kissing her hips and thigh. He
kissed her front part of her upper leg and worked his way down his
knee. He moved his hands down the same path as he had with his
lips. He parted her legs and began to kiss his way around the inside of
her upper leg. Marlena was biting down on her lower lip to keep from
screaming out. Then she felt John’s breath on her center. Nothing
could have prepared her for what happened next. She felt John’s
hands move around to her butt and push her forward. She felt John’s
tongue slip inside her. There was nothing that could keep her from
moaning out loud. Hearing her moan out loud in pleasure erged him
- He flicked his tongue across her pleasure spot and he felt her grab
the bed sheet.
“Honey are you enjoying yourself?”
“The look on her face told him everything he needed to know. She
loosened her grip on the sheet and put it on the back of his head. He
pushed his tongue in and out of her with expert of ease. When he felt
the grip on the back of his head loosen, he pulled back and placed a
finger inside o her. He allowed her to get used to it and then he placed
two fingers in her. He continued working her with his fingers and
tongue until he thought she was about to break. He stood in front of
her. She pulled down is boxers and he pushed her back down on the
bed. As he was positioning himself inside her, she wrapped her legs
around his waist. His thrusts started out slow and gentle but she kept
trying to push him deeper.
“Harder baby. Harder. Don’t stop, John. Please don’t stop.” Hearing
Marlena pleading with him and her heavy breathing turned him on
even more. Her nails were dug in his back as he began to trust harder
and harder. Marlena had her back arched and John began kissing her
neck. She moved his head to where she could nibble on his ear. “Yes
John. That’s it.” As she neared her climax she began to scream his
name. Then with one final thrust, they climaxed together. John fall
down beside her and pulled her in his arms. He gently kissed the top
of her damp hair.
“So how did I do Dr. Black?”
“Well Ms. Evans, I would give you an A.”
“Only an A, not a 100.”
“Honey you scored much higher than a 100. It was more like 200.”
“I love you John.”
“I love you too Baby.” He kissed the top of her head again and they
both went to sleep.
Chapter 21
Marlena woke up around 1:30 to an empty bed. She found a note on
John’s pillow.
Mar,
I ran to the store to pick up something to eat for tonight. I’m also going
to pick up a movie for us to watch later on. I’ll see you when I get
back. Enjoy yourself.
Love you,
John
She got out of bed and went in the kitchen and made herself a peanut
butter and jelly sandwich. She sat down on the couch and grabbed the
remote. She turned it on NBC. “Darn Days is over and they were
going to good today. All I can say is Laura had better taped it for me.
John said there are some movies around here somewhere.” She took
her plate into the kitchen. She went back into the living room and
opened the cabinet door under the TV. “Let’s see. You can tell guys
use this cabin mostly. There is the whole Death Wish series, the
Lethal Weapons, the Die Hards, and many more bang bang shot em
up movies. John went to pick our movie out alone, what on earth will
he come back with?” She moved the movies around and found a
blank tape. “I wonder what this is.” She pushed it into the VCR and
went to the couch and pushed play. It was showing a guy and a girl on
what seemed like a date at the drive in. They were making out hot and
heavy. What happened next shocked her. “Oh My God!! It’s a porno.
John would never watch anything like this. It has to be his brothers.”
She turned it off and turned her head toward the bed. She couldn’t
help but think about what had happened this morning. She asked him
what would please his and he refused to tell her. This fear washed
over her. She couldn’t help but think about that until last night she was
a virgin and the man she loved seemed really knowledge. What if he
got tired of her not knowing what to do, could her move one to some
one more experienced? This movie maybe the answer to her problem.
“How bad could it be? It isn’t like anyone would know. I can’t believe
I’m going to do.” She picked up the remote and pressed the play
button.
John arrived back to the cabin with a bag full of groceries. He saw
Marlena sitting on the couch. It was obvious she was deep in her own
thoughts because she hadn’t heard him come in. “Hey pretty lady. You
want to give me a hand.”
“I’m sorry sweetie. I must have been somewhere else.” She got off the
couch and grabbed a bag from John’s arms. “What you got?”
“Let’s see. Spaghetti, French Bread, Salad, and cholate cake.”
“And who is going to cook?”
“Me”
“John why don’t you let me cook? Are you scared?”
“No I’m not.”
“So you’ll let me cook.”
“I wanted to cook for you.”
“And I want to cook for you.”
“Sweetheart you said that you couldn’t cook.”
“John it’s just a simple meal. I can’t screw up a salad or French bread.
Spaghetti is just boiling water and browning meat, that isn’t to hard.
The cholate cake has directions on the box right.” She nodded yes. “I
do know how to read John.”
“You aren’t going to let up until I agree to let you cook are you?” She
shook her head no. “All right you can cook but I insist that I make the
salad.”
“You have a deal.”
She made everything in a flash. While she had the cake in the oven
cooking her and John were on the couch making out. She loved the
feel of his lips on hers. The more he kissed her the more she got
turned on. It didn’t help any that he was sitting there with his shirt off
because of a little mistake in the kitchen. He was trailing his lips down
her neck and his hands were going up her shirt when he stopped.
“Sweetheart, do you smell something burning?”
“Oh no the cake.” She ran into the kitchen and got the cake out to the
stove. It was completely burnt. “I’m so sorry.”
She was practically in tears when John took her in his arms. “Honey
it’s ok. It’s not your fault. We both were a little distracted.”
“But I ruined the cake.”
“We don’t need a cake. It will just make us fat.”
“How are you always able to make me feel better?”
“I’m sorry we aren’t going to be able to try this new frosting. It is
supposed to be really good.”
“I wouldn’t be so sure. I may have something to do with it.”
“What did you say?”
“Nothing let’s just sit down and eat.”
They sat down and enjoyed their meal. John and Marlena practically
feed each other. After they were done they went over to the couch.
“Mar that was great. I’m glad the cake burned because I’m stuffed and
couldn’t eat another bite. Are you ready to watch the movie?”
“Actually I have something else in mind for entertainment.” She got off
the bed and went toward the kitchen.
“What are you doing Mar?”
“Just sit back and wait.”
He sat back on the couch, wondering what she had in mind.
Chapter 22:
Marlena walked back in the living room. She had on the apron and
had the frosting with a spoon in it.
“Mar honey. What are you doing?”
“You just sit back and enjoy. By the way there are just a few rules to
this little game.”
“What are the rules?”
“First rule is I get to touch you wherever I want.”
“Sounds good to me.” He gets up and tries to put his arms around her.
She backs out of his reach.
“Second rule is you can not touch me until I tell you so. You just stand
there and enjoy.”
She went over to the CD player and put in the LFO CD. She put it on
“I’ll Show You Mine.”. She swayed right over to where he was
standing. She put the frosting on the table beside him. Then she
started moving erotically against him. She backed away and slowly
removed the apron from her. She heard a small groan escape John
when she started to unbutton he blouse. After she pushed it from her
shoulder, she ran her hands up her neck to the clip that held her hair
up and allowed hair to spill down to her shoulders. John could feel his
throat get tight as he watched he unbutton and remove her pants. She
danced closer to him and put her hands on his chest. She looked him
right in the eyes as she moved her hands his chest. She walked
around to his back and ran her hands down in the same fashion. She
loved to feel his mussels twitch under her quest. She moved back in
front of him. She reached over to the table and got the frosting.
“I was thinking earlier what a waste and I love frosting.” She stuck her
finger in the frosting and pulled out a large amount of frosting. She
stuck it in her mouth, sucking and licking it off. John took a deep
breath that didn’t go unnoticed by Marlena. She put some more
frosting on her finger and made a trail from his ear to his navel. She
squatted down in front of him and kissed his belly button. She ran her
tongue all around his navel and then made that path to his ear. While
she nibbled on it, he took deep and shallow breaths.
“You’re killing me Mar. Please let me touch you.” He tried to kiss her
on her neck but she pulled back.
“What are the rules? I said you couldn’t touch me until I said so. That
includes kissing. If you can’t follow the rules John then I’ll have to call
the game off. Is that what you want?” He shook his head no. “Then
you’ll have to be a real good boy.”
She continued to kiss his neck and then dropped down to her knees in
front of him. She pulled his boxers down. She couldn’t believe how
nervous she was. John could sense her hesitation.
“Honey you don’t have to.”
“I want to do this for you.” She took him in her hands. She worked him
with her hands. John’s breath was becoming ragged. Then she took
him in her mouth. She felt him tense up and she pulled back.
“What’s wrong? Am I doing it wrong?”
“No baby. You’re doing everything right. I just need to touch you.”
She smiled up at him. “Alright you have my permission.”
She took him back in her mouth. He laced his hands in her hair and
eased her into a perfect rhythm. She could hear him moaning loudly.
She pulled back and ran her tongue up and down his erection. John
could feel himself coming close to the breaking point so he grabbed
her by the shoulder. He pulled her to her feet and ripped her black
lace bra off.
“A little impatient aren’t we.”
He grabbed her by the waist and also got the frosting, while carrying
her to the bed. He dropped her on the bed and then climbed over her
where she could feel his hard erection.
“Sweetheart what are you doing?”
“Payback is hell baby.” He dipped his finger in the container of frosting
and pulled out a small amount of frosting. He lined it on her lips. She
went to lick it off but John stopped her.
“No you don’t. I like frosting too.” He licked her lips and then gently
nipped her bottom lip. Then he took some more and created a line
from her chin to the top of her panties. He teased her with his lips and
only kissed the areas that were covered in frosting no matter how
much she begged him to go to other areas. When he reached her
panties he pulled them down her long tanned legs. He took the
remaining frosting and placed some on each breast. He messaged it
on each one until it almost covered them. He took each on in his
mouth and felt her arch her back. He ran his hand down her stomach
and continued until he was at her pleasure spot. He began stroking
her slowly.
“My God Mar. You’re so wet.”
She pushed his head back down to her breast. As he continued
sucking and licking her nipples, he placed two fingers inside her.
Marlena had her back completely arched off the bed. He was creating
a wonderful sensation inside her while his hand and mouth was
working together.
“Mumm… John. Honey I need you inside of me right now.”
Hearing her pleading was driving him over the edge and he positioned
himself between her legs. He stroked himself a couple of times and
then entered her roughly. It wasn’t like the first time. While the first
time hurt this time it felt really good.
“Harder John. I want you deeper inside of me.”
He responded to her pleases. He started trusting faster and faster.
Marlena was with him all the way. She wrapped her legs around his
waist as he leaned down and nibbled on her ear.
“I love you so much Marlena Evans.” She gently bit his shoulder and
then kissed the same area. She took a deep breath of his sent. John
made one final thrust and they both cumed together.
“I love you to John Black.”
“I’m going to hate having to leave here tomorrow but we have the rest
of our lives together in Salem. Nothing will stand in our way.” He
kissed the top of her head as they drifted off to sleep.
Chapter 23:
John and Marlena arrived back at the apartments at 11:30. They got
off the elevator at both their apartments.
“I hate this. It feels like we are back in the real world. Like nothing is
going to be the same here.”
“Everything is going to be just fine. I need to go unpack ok.”
“Alright. I love you.” She took her suitcase into her apartment. John
went into his own. He sat down on the couch and turned on the game.
He must have been extremely tired because he fell asleep before the
second ending.
About twenty minutes later John was awaken by the sound of
someone knocking at the door. “One second. I’m coming.” He opened
the door to find Marlena standing there. “What are you doing here
Mar…” She shut him up with a passionate kiss. She backed him up
into his apartment and pulls back to close the door. “I could get used
to this. You coming over and just kissing me like that.” He got a good
look at what she was wearing. “Mar why are you wearing a black
trench coat? It’s not raining is it?”
“No it’s not.”
“I know it’s not because it’s cold. It’s like 90 degrees outside. So why
is it?”
“I figured you didn’t want me to go out like this did you?” She untied
the belt and allowed the coat to fall off her. He couldn’t believe she
was standing there with nothing on. “I told you that Salem could be
just as good as the cabin.”
He got a wicked smile on his face and walked toward her. “You’re so
beautiful.” He picked her up and carried her upstairs. He took her into
his bedroom.
“So this is what your room looks like.”
“Yeah, let me show you around. That door leads to the bathroom.
Over there is the closet, my desk I do work at, and last but not least
this is the bed.” He dropped her down on the bed. Everything in the
room was so him. The walls were midnight blue. All the furniture was
wooden. The bed was the very depiction of him. The sheets were
black satin. He sat on the bed right beside her and started kissing her
again. It was passionate and extremely erotic. He pushed his tongue
inside her mouth. He wanted to posses every inch of her. He wasn’t
the only one who felt that way. Marlena was growing inpatient to feel
his body. She tugged at his shirt and pulled it completely off his body.
She couldn’t get enough of his chest. He looked like a Greek god. He
pulled himself off the bed and began to unbutton his pants. She
crawled to the edge of the bed in front of him. She stopped him from
finishing undressing himself. She unzipped his pants and pulled both
his pants and boxers off at the same time. She scrapped his chest.
“God I love your body.” She kissed his chest and continued until she
reached his belly button. She slowly licked his hard shaft. Then she
took him completely in her mouth. She moved her mouth over him
with the expert of ease. John had his hands in her hair, not to show
her how he liked it because she had that down pat, but because he
wanted to be closer to her. She pulled back and looked at him as she
ran her hands up and down him. The look on his face was of pure
excitement. He has his head arched back and was breathing hard. He
was moaning her name. She took him back in her mouth. John
couldn’t take much more. He knew he was about to cum and tried to
pull away but she wouldn’t let him. She continued to move her mouth
up and down him and felt him go weak. Then she felt his hot liquid fill
her mouth. She swallowed and couldn’t believe she loved the taste.
John pulled her off the bed and kissed her hard. Tasting himself on
her lips turned him on even more. He kissed her down her neck then
to her breast. He took one of her breast in his mouth and sucked on it
while he kneaded the other with his hand. He forced her back down on
the bed. He laid her back and positioned himself so he could kiss and
caressed her breast. She wanted to feel his hands on other parts of
her body so she took his hand off her breast and put it between her
legs. He stroked her a few times, and then trusted two fingers inside of
her. He could hear her moaning loudly. He stopped with her breast
and took the fingers out of her. He watched as her hips moved then he
put three fingers in her. He continued to trust them in and out of her.
He took his fingers out of her only to replace them with his tongue. He
felt Marlena’s back arch and it was at that very moment he was glad
no one lived beside him because her moans had grew louder. He
pulled back for one second and looked at her. “Sweetheart by the time
I’m done with you, you will be begging for mercy.” John started back
with his actions. He would slowly stroke her with his tongue, and then
trusted it inside her. Marlena grabbed the top of the headboard when
John found her nub and slowly circled it with his tongue then sucked it.
He could being to shake and knew she was close. He could hear her
saying “I need you inside of me now John. I need to feel you.” He
pulled back and flipped her over positioning her on her hands and
knees. He got behind her and entered her hard. He trusted inside her
once or twice and felt her body tighten around her. He waited until she
was done and then continued. He knew it was coming close for him as
well so he continued harder and faster. He felt both himself and her
getting closer so with one final trust he finished them off. She
collapsed on the bed and he landed beside her. He spooned behind
her and kissed her shoulder.
“I told you I could make Salem better than the cabin.”
“You certainly did that baby. I don’t’ think this bed has had that much
activity.”
She just laughed. She heard her cell phone and ran downstairs. Then
she came back up. “That was my sister. She said I need to meet her
at Salem Place. I’m going to get dressed and I’ll see you later.” She
gave him a kiss then went to her apartment to get dressed.
Chapter 24:
Marlena arrived at Salem Place and found Sam, Laura, and Maggie at
Java Café. “Ok sis, what’s the problem? Why did you need to see
me?”
“We just wanted to know how your trip was.”
“It was fine. The setting was beautiful, the weather was nice, and it
was the perfect chance for me and John to get closer.”
“How close is closer?”
“I was taught a lady shouldn’t kiss and tell.”
“Well don’t kiss and tell. I want to know about all the horney details not
the kissing.”
“Sam I can’t believe you.”
“Don’t be so shocked. Maggie and I are behind Sam. We want to
know did you or did you not have sex?”
Marlena got this huge grin on her face. “What do you think?”
“Oh my god. My little sister isn’t a virgin anymore. This is the proudest
day of my life. You must tell us all about it.”
“Y’all haven’t told me about your first time so why should I?”
Sam spoke up first. “Halftime at the homecoming game. The star
quartor back was supposed to be in the locker room getting pumped
up and lets just say I took it apon myself to give him his own personal
pep rally under the bleachers.”
“That is the reason you weren’t there when I won Homecoming
Queen. My own twin sister is a slut.”
Laura was next. “In the back of my boyfriends daddy’s new Chevi
pickup. He told him that he could take me for a ride and I guess he
took him seriously.”
“Laura Spencer I’m shocked.”
Maggie raised her hand. “I’m next. It was the hired farm hand who was
working his way through college, in the loft of the barn on our family
farm.”
“Now we have all shared, it’s your turn.”
“There’s nothing to say. It was in the cabin’s bed. John was going to
sleep on the couch but I told him I wanted him and we made love.”
“Did he know you were a virgin?”
“No but he was still real sweet and gental. After that first time we did it
over and over and over again. And each time I learned something new
that I loved.”
“So he was good?”
“Good isn’t even the word to describe him.”
“What about his body?”
“If I had to rate it on a scale of one to ten, he would be off the chart.
He has rock hard abs, strong muscular arms, perfect pecks, and a butt
that just won’t quite.”
“We have noticed that butt.”
“Laura you have a man. Leave mine alone.”
“I wouldn’t think of bothering John and I know I have Bill but I can look
but not touch.”
“It’s hard not to notice John’s butt in those tight jeans he likes to wear
sis. It’s like God’s gift to all women.”
“Amen Sam.” Maggie chimed in.
“You girls are awful. Is there anything else you want to know?”
“Is he big?”
“Sam that is personal.”
“If you don’t tell I’ll just take it as he is small and if that gets back to
him, it will hurt his feelings.”
“Ok I’ll tell you but this can’t go any farther. He is by far the biggest I
have ever seen.”
“That isn’t saying much.”
“I have you to know I’m a med student and I have seen some.”
“Textbooks don’t count.”
“I saw Roman’s once.”
“You have never told me that.”
“He was getting ready for work oneday and was coming out of the
shower when I came in. The towel fell and there he was in all his
glory.”
“And?”
“Lets just say John is more like one of those big dill pickles we ate at
the fair Sam and Roman is like on of those little sweet midgets daddy
eats.”
“Well aren’t you glad you waited so you could be with a real man?”
“I have to say I am. Well I’m going to head back to the apartment and
get some rest. Lord knows I need it.”
“I bet you do. Why don’t we have a girls night out. We can meet back
here at 7:30 and just hang out for a little while.”
“Sounds good to me. I’ll meet you here.” She leaves the group and
didn’t realize she was being followed by two people. One was
Stephano. “So she gave herself to John. That doesn’t matter to me.
She will still be mine.”
The other person was Roman. “I can’t believe that little slut. During
our relationship she gave me this bull shit about wanting to wait until
marriage. Then she gets with John Black and she jumps in the sack
with him after only knowing him for less than four months. I didn’t stay
with her for two years for nothing. I’ll teach her not to make fun of me
again. I will have my turn.” He followed her until she got to her car.
Chapter 25 A
Marlena was sound asleep when someone opened the door
downstairs. She was slightly startled but figuring it was Sam or Laura
she went right back to sleep. She heard the sound of her bedroom
door close and looked up to see the outline of a man standing at the
side of her bed. At first she figured it was John but she saw he was
shorter than John.
“Who are you?”
The person wouldn’t answer. He sat on the bed and tried to run his
hand up her arm but she pulled away. “I asked you who the hell are
you?” The person still wouldn’t answer so she tried to get out of the
bed but the man stopped her. He grabbed her and pushed her down.
She screamed at the top of her lungs. “Help me. Please help me.”
He tried to climb on top of her. She continued to scream. “Get off me.”
She tried to fight him off but he was to strong. He pinned her arms
above her head with one of his hands and put the other over her
mouth. She opened her mouth and bit down hard on his finger. When
he jerked his hand away she screamed even louder “John please help
- I need your help.”
He slapped her hard against her face. “You little bitch.” He grabbed
her around the neck. “I’m going to kill you for that.”
He continued to choke her until he felt her go limp. He was about to
remove his clothes when he heard John pounding on the door. He got
off the bed and went to the fire escape at her bedroom window. As he
heard John open the door, he went down the escape and disappeared
into the ally. John ran up the stairs and into Marlena’s room. He found
her lying on the bed passed out. He checked her heart rate and
breathing and found both were fine. “Come on sweetheart wake up
and talk to me. Come on and let me know you are ok.”
He felt her stir a little and the she moaned his name. “John.”
“Shh… sweetheart. I’m right here. Everything will be ok.”
She opened her mouth to try to talk but he stopped her. “Don’t try to
talk you need to conserve your strength.”
He got the phone beside her bed. “I need Abe Carver please.” He
paused for a minute. “Hey Abe it’s John. I’m at Marlena’s apartment.
She was attacked. I don’t’ have time to explain right now. I’m taking
her to the hospital so meet me there. Also will you call Sam and tell
her to come. Thanks pal.” John hung up the phone and picked
Marlena up. “John were are we going?”
“I’m taking you to the hospital to get you checked out.” He took her
downstairs and put her in the car. When they arrived at the hospital
they were greated by Tom Horton. “Dr, Horton I need her checked
out.”
“I know. Abe called and said you were on the way.” He took John to a
streacher to put Marlena on. An orderly came up beside her. “Take
her to examination room number two. John wait out here and I’ll tell
you more when I’m done.”
When Tom went in John heard Abe and the girls come in.
“What happened John?”
“I’m not sure. I was in my apartment when I heard her calling my
name. I got over there as quick as I could. When I got to her room she
was alone passed out on the bed.”
“Did she say anything?”
“No.”
They waited around and then Dr. Horton came out.
“Dr. Horton how is she?”
“She is fine. The only signs I see are some bruising. Nothing was
broken.”
“She wasn’t raped was she?”
“No. The person did try to choke her. She is very lucky you got there
when you did John.”
“Can we see her?”
“Yes but for a short time. I’m going to keep her here tonight for
observations.”
“Thank you Dr. Horton.”
Everyone went into Marlena’s room. John sat down beside her bed
and grabbed her hand. He hated seeing her so bruised. Her wrist
were bruised from where the person had gripped them. He left eye
was beginning to get one from the slap. Her neck was the worse. It
made John furious just thinking about what that person had done to
her. She opened her eyes and looked at him.
“John.”
“I’m right here. We all are.” She looked and saw all her friends there.
“Sweetheart we have to know who done it?”
“Roman.” John dropped her hand.
“I’m going after that SOB.”
Marlena grabbed his arm. “John don’t. Let Abe handle it.”
“Alright. I’m going to check on my mom. I’ll be right back.” He walked
out of her room. “I’m sorry I have to lie to you but I have to make him
pay.” He walked to the elevator and then out the hospital to his car.
Chapter 25 B:
John got to his apartment in record time. When he got to his door her
was surprised to find Victor there. “What are you doing here?”
“I was worried about Marlena. Remember we were on the phone when
you said she was screaming.” John opened the door and Victor
followed behind him.
“She was attacked. She was almost killed.”
“Then what are you doing here? Why aren’t you with her?”
“I need to get something. I have to take care of the person who did it.”
“John let me do that?”
“This is something I need to do.”
“Then tell me who it was.”
“Roman Brady and when I find him I’ll make sure he pays.” He pulls
out a gun from a cabinet.
“John you don’t what you are doing. Let me call Nico. You aren’t the
killing type.”
“He hurt the woman I love. No one knows what I’m capable of doing
under that situation. I have to go.”
He walks out the door. Victor tries to stop him but he can’t. He pulls
out his cell phone and makes a call.
“I need Marlena Evans’ room please.” He waited until someone picked
up.
“Hello.”
“Marlena it’s Victor.”
Hey Victor what’s wrong?”
“I’m at John’s apartment and I think he is about to get himself in some
trouble.”
“How? He is here at the hospital.”
“No he isn’t. He just left here with a gun.”
“He is going after Roman.”
“Yes but I’m going to send someone to make sure he doesn’t do
something he will regret.”
“Thank you Victor.” She hung up the phone. “Abe you need to get to
Roman’s. John is on the way there right now.”
“Good let him beat the hell out of Roman.”
“He has a gun. Abe please go stop him.”
“Alright, I’ll go.”
Abe walked out of Marlena’s room. Sam and Laura stayed with her.
“Please God don’t let John do something stupid.”
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Across Salem John was getting out of his car at Roman’s apartment
building. He put his gun in his coat pocket and went into the building.
He got off the elevator at Roman’s floor and knocked at the door.
When he didn’t hear anyone come to the door, he started knocking
harder.
“Brady I know you are here. I saw your car in the parking garage.”
He then heard the heard the sound of footsteps. Roman opened the
door and walked back inside.
“What do you want Black?”
John slammed the door behind him. “What do I want? If I remember
correctly I told you to stay away from Marlena. You don’t listen very
well do you?”
“I don’t know what you are talking about.”
“I know what you did to her. You could have killed her but I’m not
going to let you get away with it.”
“The police can’t prove anything.”
“You aren’t dealing with the police Roman. Right now you’re dealing
with me.”
Roman went to hit John but he ducked. John hit him in the gut. While
he was bent over in pain John grabbed him by the collar and threw
him against the door.
“Come on Roman. Is that all you got? You’re this big bad cop in
training and you can’t even take me down. I guess you can only beat
up women.”
He came after John again but John moved and he ended up on the
floor. John knocked him back in the floor. When Roman tried to get
up, John kicked him in the stomach. Roman rolled over onto his back
and John climbed on top of him. He grabbed him around the neck with
one hand and pulled the gun out of his pocket.
“You know I could kill you right now but I’m not going to. I’m going to
let them put you in jail. Your cellmates will do more to you than I ever
could.” He got off Roman and went to leave. When he opened the
door Abe was standing there. “He’s all yours.”
Abe looked in and saw Roman trying to get up with his face all busted
up.
“You sure beat the hell out of him.”
Roman got up and saw Abe. “Thank God you are here Abe. I want
him arrested.”
“I’m sorry I can’t. I didn’t see anything that happened. It doesn’t look
like he forced his way in here so you let him in of your own free will.
John has a busted lip so how do I not know what he did to you was
out of self-defense.”
“I told you it isn’t.”
“What do you say John?”
“He swung at me first.”
“It is just your word against his and you know as well as I do that is
completely hearsay.”
“You have no proof that I attacked Marlena.”
John held up a tape recorder. “Actually we do.” He mashes the play
button and plays the part where Roman says the police can’t prove
anything.
“Sounds like a confession to me.” Abe walks over to Roman and puts
the cuffs on him. “Roman Brady you are under arrest for the assault
on Marlena Evans.”
“You know Roman I wouldn’t want to be you for anything in the world.
The guys in lock up love when police come in. Some man there will
make you his bitch. My only advice is what ever you do don’t drop the
soap.” With that John walked out the door and to the elevator.
Chapter 26:
Marlena woke up the next morning to John’s smiling face. “How long
have you been here?”
“I came in around 10 but you were already asleep.”
“Why didn’t you wake me up and let me know you were here?”
“Because you looked to peaceful.”
She looked closer and saw John had a cut on his lip. “What
happened?”
“What happened where?”
“To your lip.”
“I got into a fight with Roman.”
“How bad is he?”
“I busted his face up a little but I let the cops handle him but I want you
to know right now if he hurts you again I can’t be held responsible for
my actions.”
She was about to say something when Tom came in. “So how is the
patient feeling today?”
“I feel much better Dr. Horton. I just want to go home.”
“I think that can be arranged. As a matter of fact I have the papers
right here for you to sign so you can leave.” He handed her the
clipboard and she signed her name quickly. “I’ll send a nurse in with a
wheelchair so you can be escorted out.”
Tom left the room and John’s cellphone started ringing. “Hello John
Black.”
“John it’s Tony.”
“What do you want?”
“Mom is in the hospital. You may want to get here quick.”
“Is she dying?”
“The doctors say it doesn’t look good.”
“Where are you at?”
“The third floor room 306.”
“I’ll be right there.”
He hung up the phone. Marlena noticed his down in the dumps look.
“Sweetheart what is it?”
“My mom is here. The doctors don’t think she will make it.”
“John you have to go to her.”
“Will you come with me? I don’t’ think I can get through this alone.”
“I’ll be right there with you all the way. I promised I wouldn’t leave your
side.” The nurse came in with her wheelchair. She got in and John
pushed her to the elevator hoping to be able to see his mother one
last time.
=================================
John got to his mother’s room and found Tony and Stephano standing
outside her room.
“How is mom?”
“The doctors are with her right now.”
One of the doctors came out of her room. “Is all of the family here?”
“Yes. What is wrong with my mom?”
“She took a turn worse tonight.”
“She will be alright won’t she?”
“I’m sorry but she is dying. I advise all of you to tell her anything you
want her to know tonight and you might want to get a priest here to do
the last rights.”
Stephano and Tony went in her room. “John aren’t you going in there
with them?”
“I can’t Mar. It’s going to be hard enough to have to tell my mom
goodbye but I don’t want to have to do that with them. Especially
Stephano. He is pretending to be the loving supporting husband but
really he never cared for my mom.”
“I’m sure he is hurting in his own way.”
“The only way you can hurt is to have a heart and he doesn’t have
one.”
“John…” Before she could finish Tony and Stephano was walking out
of her room.
“John mom wants to see you.”
He looked at Marlena and gives a quick kiss before he goes in. The
moment he walks in the room he feels his heart sink. His mom is lying
in the hospital bed hooked up to machines. He could see the fluids
running trough her IVs and the heart monitor beeping slowly. He walks
up to her bed and sees that she is as white as the sheets. He picks up
her hand and she feels ice cold. His voice breaks as he talks to her.
“Mom. Tony said you wanted to see me.”
“Oh you’re here my baby boy.”
“I have never understood why you call me that. Tony is the baby.”
“Tony never was a baby. He was expected to be a man as soon as he
was born.”
“You know this is hard.”
“I know. I don’t want to tell you goodbye either but I have to. I want
you to know how proud I am of you. You didn’t rely on your father or
stepfather’s name to make it in the world. You made it on your own.
Now you have a great young lady that you love that is standing by
you. Have you given her the ring yet?”
“Yes I have. She loves it.”
“She is a very lucky woman to have you in her life.”
“I think I’m the one who is lucky mom. I don’t want to have to tell you
goodbye.”
“I know but I want you to listen to me. I don’t want you to morn me
long. Life is too short to hold on to pain. Make the most out of your life.
Be happy Johnny Boy and let love lead your way. Always stay with
your soulmate. Don’t let anything stand in your way. And always
remember I’m always with you John.” She closed her eyes and her
heart monitor flat lined.
“I love you mom.” He kissed the top of her head and moved out of the
way as the doctors came in to turn off the machines. As he walked out
the door the first person he saw was Marlena and automatically went
into her arms.
Chapter 27:
John had woke up bright and early. He turned over and found Marlena
laying there looking so beautiful. He couldn’t believe everything she
had done for him this past month. She had been by his side since his
mother’s death. He couldn’t believe she actually loved him to stay by
his side. No other woman would have ever done that for him. Just
looking at her had the last words of his mother’s rang through his
mind. He had to do everything to make sure he held on to his true
love. He had the perfect idea on how to make sure he held on to her.
He climbed out of the bed and got dressed. He pulled a small
knapsack out of his closet and put a few clothes in it. While he was
zipping up two suits in a bag Marlena began to stir. She opened her
eyes and smiled at him.
“What are you doing handsome?”
“I got a call while you were asleep. I have to head out to Nevada to
have a meeting with a stockholder.”
“When are you going?”
“I have to leave ASAP.”
“If you have to go then you have to go.”
“I’m going to make sure you aren’t alone. I’m calling Abe and going to
ask him to check on you.”
“I’m a big girl. I don’t need a babysitter.”
“I didn’t say you did. I just want him to check on you and make sure
you are ok.”
“John, Roman is still in jail. No one is going to hurt me.”
“I don’t think that anyone is going to hurt you. I’m more worried about
my wonderful stepfather and brother. I have noticed the way they look
at you.”
“John please I want you to trust me.”
“I do trust you, I don’t trust them.”
“Do you know what I think? They can look all they want but I only have
eyes for you.”
“I’m sorry that I sound like I don’t trust you. I’m just a little protective of
you.”
“I know you are and that is one thing I love about you. I don’t want to
spend you last minutes fighting. I can think of something else I would
rather do.” She grabbed him by the tie and pulled his face to hers. She
kissed him long and hard. It was taking everything in him to pull away
from her.
“Sweetheart I would love to jump in that bed and make passionate
love to you but I can’t. I have to go right away. I have the jet on stand
by just waiting on me. I wish you could go but this is something I have
to do alone.”
“I understand. It is your job. How long will you be gone?”
“Two days. I have to go. I’ll see you when I get back. I love you.”
“I love you too.” He gave her a peck on the lips and picked up his
bags. Marlena walked him to the front door. “I’m going to stay here
and sleep a little longer. After I’m done I will clean up. This place looks
like a pig lives here.”
“If that is what you want to do you are welcome to do it. I’ll call you
when I get there.” He gave her a little longer of a kiss. She pushed him
out of the door.
“Get to work.” She closed the door.
He leaned up against it. “I’m so sorry I have to lie to you but you can’t
know that real reason I have to go to Nevada.”
He drove to the airport and got aboard the plane. The pilot came out.
“Mr. Black where are we going?”
“First I will have to spend a day in Las Vegas. Then I have somewhere
else I need to go but I’ll tell you that later.”
“If that is the way you want it Mr. Black that is the way it will be. I hope
you enjoy your flight.”
John took his seat on the couch and buckled up.
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John arrived at Las Vegas. The moment he stepped in his hotel room
he picked up the phone.
“Hey beautiful.”
“Hey. I glad to hear you arrived safely. I thought you would be in a
meeting right about now.”
“I have a few minutes before it begins and I thought I would call you. I
was really missing your voice.”
“Well I have been missing all of you.”
“I’ll only be gone two days then when I get back you can do all the
ungodly things you want to me.”
“I’ll hold you to your word.”
“I have to go but I’ll try to call you later. I love you.”
“I love you too. See you when you get back.”
He made a kiss sound before he hung up. He picked it back up and
made another phone call
“Hello this is John Black. I was hoping to find out your hours.” He
waited a moment. “Those are great times. I have a little business to do
but I should be able to be there around 6. I’ll see you then.” He hung
up the phone. He grabbed one of his suits and went into the bathroom
to get ready for his meeting.
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John walked into a store after his meeting. A young attractive lady
walked up to him. “Hello are you Mr. Black?”
“Yes I am.”
“Hey. I’m Rachel. I was the one you talked to on the phone. What can
I help you with?”
“I’m looking for an engagement ring.”
“Is there a certain style, size, color?”
“Honestly I know nothing about rings.”
“Well how about a price range.”
“Money is not an option. I just want a one of a kind ring for a one of a
kind girl.”
“Why don’t you look around and see if there is anything you like.”
John looked all over. He was beginning to lose hope of finding the
perfect ring when one found his eye.
“What about this one?”
“That is quite a choice. This is a ring fit for royalty. It has a 5 cart
marquise shaped center stone with two one cart each side pear
shaped diamond. It is quite expensive.”
“I don’t care. I’ll take it.”
He watched as Rachel took the ring out and placed it in the center of a
black box. He held it in his hand.
“This is the perfect ring. All I have to do it head to Colorado and ask
his father for permission and then I can make Marlena my wife.”
Chapter 28:
John arrived at the address that he had found on one of Marlena’s
notes. He was so nervous at doing this. The first time he had met her
father, Fred liked him but her mother was a different story. That was
until she found out that John was incredibly rich. She made is seem as
though she thought that Marlena was following her advice and picked
a rich guy but that made Marlena so mad. John couldn’t help but
remember that encounter.
“I can’t believe it. I guess it is true like mother like daughter.”
“I’m nothing like you mom. I love John and he loves me. I didn’t use
my body to get him. I’m nothing like you.”
John didn’t want anything to cause a problem between the family but a
big part of him wants to make sure her father will accept him. He could
honestly care less if her mother wanted him in her life. John rang the
doorbell and waited. A tall man in a suit answered the door.
“May I help you?”
“I was looking for Dr. Evans. I called his office and they said he was
home.”
“Yes he is. You wait in the living room and I’ll go get him.”
“I also need to talk to Mrs. Evans as well. Would you mind getting both
of them together?”
“I’ll see if both of them are available to talk with you.”
The man walked away. John pulled the ring out of his pocket and
looked at it. “Please let this go the way I hope.”
=================================
John felt like he had been waiting forever. He heard some feet hitting
the stairs. By the sound of them it had to be a man. John stood and
saw Marlena’s father standing in the doorway.
“Henderson said there was someone waiting on me but I didn’t know it
was you John. Is my daughter with you?”
“No Mr. Evans. I came alone. I needed to speak with you and your
wife Dr. Evans.”
“You are always welcomed John and please no more Mr. or Dr.
Evans. Just call me Frank.”
They both here a clearing of the throat. They turned and saw Martha
standing there.” I was wondering who was in here talking. John it is so
nice to see you.”
“It’s nice to see you again Mrs. Evans.”
“John is here to talk to you and I Martha. What is this all about son?”
“It’s about Marlena.”
“She is alright isn’t she?”
“Yes sir. Roman is still behind bars. I’m working to make sure he stays
there for a long time.”
“Is that why you are here? Do you need my help?”
“No sir. I want you to know I love your daughter. She is very important
to me.”
“What have you done John? Is she pregnant?”
“No madam. God this isn’t going the way I hoped. I’m so nervous.”
“You don’t need to be scared of us son. Just say what you came to
say.”
“I have never cared about anyone the way I care about your daughter.
All I want to do is make her happy and keep her safe. I want to ask her
a very important question but I need y’all to give me permission to ask
it.”
“John are you asking me for my daughter’s hand in marriage?”
“Yes sir. Is it alright if I ask Marlena to marry me?”
“I have a question for you John.”
“What is it sir?”
“Do you promise to love my little girl for the rest of her life?”
“Yes I do.”
“Then you have my blessing.”
“Thank you Mr. Evans.”
“I can’t believe you actually asked me. Who knew that honor and
honesty was still alive.”
“I wanted to know you stood behind me. She loves you very much and
she values your opinion.”
“And I know my little girl loves you. Does she know you are here?”
“No. I’m going home today.” He stands up and shakes his hand.
“Thank you.”
“Go home and make Marlena happy. Don’t ever give me a reason to
question giving you my blessing.”
“I won’t sir.”
John walked out the door.
“I can’t believe you handed our little girl over.”
“Don’t pretend to care Martha.”
“I just always thought it would be hard for you to allow Marlena to get
married. She is daddy’s little girl.”
“I was the hardest thing I have ever had to do but I know John loves
her and I think it is time I let my little girl go.”
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John climbed in his rented car. He pulled out his cell phone.
“Hey baby. I’m on my way to the airport right now and I’m coming
home. I can’t wait to see you. Listen when I get there I want to take
you out to a private diner. Just wear something nice and sexy. I’ll see
you when I get home. I love you.”
He hung up the phone. He took the ring out again and looked at it.
“Now that I have your father’s permission all I have to do is ask you. I
can’t wait till I can put this ring on your finger as a sign that we will
become husband and wife.” He put the ring back in his pocket and
drove to the airport. When he got aboard the plane the pilot came and
asked where to. “I want to go home. I have something very important
to do there.”
Chapter 29:
John arrived at Marlena’s apartment at around 6:30. He knocked at
the door and Marlena answered. His mouth dropped when he saw
her. Her dress was black with what looked like diamonds around the
openings. It wasn’t the look of the dress; it was the way the dress
looked on her. It was slim fitting, clinging to every curve. It was tied
around the top and at the back. The sides seemed to be cut in a
triangle on each side. It was low cut in the back. It left just enough
imagination for John. He stroked his chine.
“Where on earth did you get the idea for this dress?”
“Why, don’t you like it?”
“Like isn’t the word for it. I love it. You look absolutely beautiful.”
“Since you are being so nice I’ll tell you. I say it on the new TV show
“For Love or Money”. One of the girls was wearing one similar and
when you said wear something sexy I thought it would be perfect.”
“Well it certainly is that. Are you ready to go?”
“I certainly am but where are we going?”
“I believe the place is called Tuscany.”
“Tuscany? That is Mickey and Maggie’s new restaurant. It hasn’t been
opened yet.”
“I asked Maggie to do me a favor. I wanted to go somewhere where
we could be alone and I didn’t want it to be at either your or my loft.
Maggie said she was interviewing some chefs and we would actually
be doing her the favor.”
“I like the sound of that but please tell me you aren’t going dressed
like that.”
“No I have to go change but I promise that it won’t take me long.”
They go into John’s loft. John ran upstairs and grabbed his tux out of
the closet. He jumped in the shower and then dried and fixed his hair.
He put on his clothes and was about to walk out of the room when he
remembered the ring. “Don’t want to forget this.” He put the box in his
tux pocket .He walked downstairs where Marlena was sitting on the
couch.
“I thought that you said it wouldn’t take you long.”
“This coming from the person that I have to wait on for hours and all
we are going to is the movie.”
“Ha-ha you are very funny but I love you anyway. Your tie is on
crooked; let me fix it.” She fixed his tie, and then pulled him in for a
kiss. He pulled back.
“We have to go.” He took her by the hand and led her to the elevator.
When they arrived outside Marlena was surprised to see a limo.
“You are going all out tonight.”
“Nothing is too good for you.” They both climbed into the back of the
limo and the driver drove them to Tuscany.
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They went into the restaurant and was greeted by Maggie.
“I’m glad that the two of you came. I have your table ready.” Maggie
led them to their table. John seated Marlena. “Sweetheart I have to
talk to Maggie about something in private. I’ll be right back.”
John walked with Maggie back up to the hostess stand. “Maggie I
need your help. I really want to make tonight special. I need you to tell
the chef to make a special dessert. I want three boxes made out of
white chocolate. One of the fillings I want it to be strawberries and
whipped cream. The other fill it with peanut butter. I know it is strange
but just humor me.”
“What about the other one?”
“I need it to be a box big enough to fit this.” He pulls the ring box out of
his pocket.
“Is that what I think it is?”
“It is an engagement ring. Maggie I need everything to go perfect
tonight and the whole thing falls on this dessert. It has to be just right.
That is the reason I’m giving you this ring to hold on to so the chef can
see what size to make the last box. It is all in your hands. Don’t let
anything happen to this ring.”
“I won’t.”
John returned back to the table. “What was you and Maggie talking
about?”
“I was just telling her what to have the chef prepare us.”
“What are we having?”
“Grilled chicken with a sweet sauce over rice, steamed vegetables on
the side. A small salad in the beginning and after all that is a special
dessert.”
“What is it?”
“It is a surprise. While we are waiting would you like to dance?”
“Yes I would.”
He takes her hand and leads her out to the dance floor. When they get
to the center the song “There’s no way.” by Alabama starts. They
dance slowly to the music Marlena can hear his heart pounding and
wonders what he is so nervous about. The song ends and they go and
enjoy their meal. As it came time for the dessert Marlena noticed John
drinking more.
“Honey what is wrong? I have never seen you drink this much water in
one sitting. Are you ok?”
“I’m fine.” He sees Maggie coming out of the back with the dessert in
hand.
“Dessert is served and everything is just right.”
“Thank you Maggie.” She left the two of them alone.
“What did she mean by everything went just right?”
“It was made the way I wanted it.”
“Then will you please tell me what it is?”
“It is three boxes filled with different things I know you will like.”
“Where did you get the idea for this?”
“If you promise not to laugh at me but I was watching “Queer eye for
the straight guy” and it was on.”
“That was very manly that you admitted you watched the show. I love
it and know that they always show food that looks so good. So let’s
see if they are right.”
“Well my idea is a little different from what they did but I hope you like
- I want you to close your eyes and guess what is in each box.” He
picked up the first one. “Ok open wide.”
He placed some of it in her mouth to allow her to take a bite. She took
a bite and then moaned in appreciation. “That is whipped cream and I
think strawberries.”
“That is right.” He put the rest of it in his mouth and ate it. He picked
up the other one and she closed her eyes. She took another bite and
smiled.
“Peanut butter. It tastes just like a Reese’s cup.”
“I thought you would like it. Now for the last one. But we are going to
do it a little different. Before you try to eat it I want you to take the top
off of the box.” He noticed she gave him a skeptical look. “Trust me.”
She took the lid off and looked inside the box. Tears filled her eyes
when she saw the black box. He took it out and got down on one
knee. He opened the box and Marlena’s right hand went to her mouth.
He took the ring out of the box and took her left hand. I the back
ground you could hear “Forever’s as far as I’ll go.” by Alabama
playing.
“Marlena technically I lied to you about where I was going. I did go to
Las Vegas but I didn’t go for two days. I was there for the first day for
a short meeting and then to get this ring. This ring was created for
royalty and that is what you are for me. You are the Queen of my
heart. The next day I flew out to Colorado and asked your father for
your hand in marriage and he said I had it. I’m going to tell you the
same thing I told him. I love you so much Marlena. I have never cared
about anyone the way that I care about you. This song wasn’t an
accident. I asked Maggie to play it for me because it describes how I
feel about you. Like the song says; “I’ll admit that I felt it the first time
that we touched and the look in your eyes said you felt as much. Well
I’m not a man that falls to easily. It’s best that you know where you
stand with me. I will give you my heart faithful and true and all the love
it can hold. That’s all I can do. When I thought about how long I’ll love
you and it’s only fair that you know forever’s as far as I’ll go.”. Marlena
I feel in love with you the first moment I saw you in my brother’s club. I
want to spend the rest of my life with you. I keep on thinking about the
things my mother said before she died and she told me to find my one
true love and hold on to her. That woman is you. Will you make me
the happiest man in the world and become my wife? Will you marry
me?”
“Yes I will. I will marry you.” He put the ring on her hand and then
gently kissed her hand. He pulled her out of her chair and kissed her
hard on the mouth. When he pulled back he looked her right in the
eyes.
“Do you want to finish dessert or go on the dance floor for another
dance?”
“I was thinking more along the lines of I want some dessert… At
home, in your bed.”
She looked at him and smiled. He grabbed her by the hand and pulled
her out of the sitting area. When they stopped by Maggie, John told
her that they enjoyed the evening. When he got her outside and in the
limo he pulled her close. “I can’t wait to get you home. I love you.”
Chapter 30:
John and Marlena arrived back at the loft. The time they had spent in
the elevator was enough to make John so ready that he thought he
was going to explode. Marlena was making it hard to unlock the door
by pressing him up against the door attacking his neck and
unbuttoning his shirt. She pushed his inside the door and straight onto
the couch. She sat on top of him and started kissing him. He could
feel her tongue try to push into his mouth. He allowed her to enter and
loved how she seemed to try to posses every inch of it. When she
pulled back he could see nothing but pure lust in her eyes.
“I’m not sure what has gotten into you but I love it.”
“What do you mean?”
“You wanting to take control. It is defiantly a turn on.”
“Well I want you to stay right here and don’t move. I need to pick up
some things from my loft and I’ll be right back.”
“I won’t move an inch.”
“Good Boy.”
She walked out the door and went to her loft. She was gone for what
seemed like hours to John. He broke his promise and went upstairs to
get his bedroom ready. He was back downstairs by the time she
arrived back. She walked in the door and closed it. He could see she
was wearing her big blue robe and carrying something in her hand.
“Sweetheart as much as I have missed you, seeing you in the fluffy
robe wasn’t what I had in mind. What have you got in your hand?”
“This? It’s just some strawberry sauce. And as far as what I’m
wearing, is this what you had in mind?”
She pushed her robe off her body revealing something that made
John’s temperature rise about another hundred degrees. She was
wearing a nightie that was black. It looked like a robe that went all the
way down to her ankles but was cut up the front and had two single
buttons at her breast. The buttons were positioned just so that you
could see her stomach and underwear. The underwear was boy cut
and John loved the way she looked in them.
“Wow. Marlena you look so beautiful.”
“You don’t look so bad yourself. In fact you look so good I could eat
you up.”
She sat on his lap and poured strawberry sauce down his chest. She
kissed him and licked him all over. She was driving him crazy with her
actions. She was focusing on his nipples. She was licking and biting
them. She got off him and pulled him up.
“You know I’m only in my underwear so it’s only fair that you are only
in them to.” She tugged on his belt hard and cleared all the loops at
that time, throwing it across the room. She worked on his pants. After
she had them unzipped, she pushed them right down his legs. “I see
that something else wanted out of those tight jeans.” She kissed him
passionately. While she continued to kiss him, she felt him scoop her
up in his arms.
“Hey what are you doing? I thought you wanted me to take control.”
“I do and you can, in my bedroom.”
“I like the way you think.” He carried her up the stairs. He started
kissing her passionately right before they reached the door. Marlena
opened the door and John kicked it closed with his feet. He sat her
down on the floor and she pulled back from the kiss. She looked
around the room and saw big white candles burning. There was white
rose peddles all over his bed. “You broke your promise. You promised
that you would stay downstairs. Now I’m afraid that I’ll have to punish
you.” She smiled wickedly at him.
“You don’t like.”
“I love it. You are so romantic.”
She stood on her tiptoes and kissed him passionately. She felt his
hands running up her body. He slowly unbuttoned the top two buttons.
He watched as the robe fell lose revealing her breast. He slowly
peeled it off of her shoulders and allowed it to fall to the floor. He bent
his head down and took one in his mouth. He slowly licked and
sucked on it. He could feel her nipple get hard. She arched her back
and moaned his name. He switched sides and continued to suck and
lick each one. He moved back up her body and kissed her
passionately. He pulled back and he leaned in close to her ear. “I
thought you were going to punish me.”
“Maybe I’ll do that later.” She lightly kissed him. “I love you.”
“I love you to.”
She ran her nails down his chest and ended at his boxers. She licked
her lips as she pulled them down his legs. She snapped her fingers.
“Sit down.”
He sat down on the bed and she squatted down in front of him. She
smiled up at him wickedly. She slowly stroked him up and down. John
felt like he was about to explode. Then she took him in her mouth. She
ran her mouth up and down him. She pulled back and then ran her
tongue up the under side of his hard erection. She slowly circled the
tip and then lightly blew on it. That made John grit his teeth to keep
from moaning out loud. He tangled his hands in her hair and she
started moving up and down him again. He knew he was about to
explode so he pulled her up to his lips. He kissed her hard and rough.
He pulled her panties down her legs and began to stroke her. Once he
felt how wet she was he trusted two fingers inside of her right away.
She screamed his name loudly. He continued to trust his fingers inside
of her while kissing and biting her nipples. He made a trail down her
stomach to just above her hair line. He removed his fingers and
paused in front of her clit. He ran his tongue along her lips then he
pushed it inside of her. He pulled back and looked up at her. “You
taste so sweet Marlena.” She pushed him onto her. He started back
licking her. Marlena felt her knees go weak. She stepped back from
him and pushed him back onto the bed. She strattled his hips and took
his erection in her hand and guided him inside of her. She slowly
rocked her hips against him. He loved to watch her. He could see the
sweat beads form all over her body. She was all flushed and was
practically biting her own lip. Her hands were pressed down on his
chest, using them as leverage and her back was arched. She moved
her hands to rake them through her hair. He took that as an
opportunity to sit up. He wrapped his arms around her back as she
raked her nails long his back, leaving red marks on his back. She
moved against him harder and faster. He kissed her neck as she
moaned his name. He pumped inside of her harder and harder until
they both climaxed together. John fell back onto the bed, pulling her
down with him.
“This has been the best night of my life. You asked me to marry you;
we just made the most passionate love that I think is humanly
possible, what else could happen to me?”
“Move in with me.”
“Are you sure? You want me to move in.”
“Yes, I want you to move in me. I love you Marlena Evans. I can
understand if you don’t want to do it right away because of Laura…”
“John I love you and I want to live here with you. I can give my share
of the rent to Sam. She has been saying she wants to move out here.
She has met someone; a lawyer friend of Mickey’s named Don Craig.
This would give her a reason to stay. So yes I would love to move in
with you. This day gets better and better.”
Chapter 31:
John woke up to Marlena laying in his arms. He had never seen
anything look as beautiful as her. He gently pushed some hair out of
her face and then kissed the top of her head. He watched her stir and
then smile.
“Hey beautiful. Why don’t you wake up?”
“I am awake. I’m just scared if I open my eyes the dream will be all
over.”
“It isn’t a dream.”
“Prove it.” John gently pinched her arm. “Ow… That isn’t how I wanted
you to prove it.”
“Oh. I’m sorry. Maybe I could prove it like this.” He leaned in close and
kissed her. When he pulled back she looked up at him and smiled.
“That’s how I wanted you to prove it. How long have you been
awake?”
“What have you been thinking about?”
“You and how incredibly lucky I am. Last night was amazing.”
“I now. I can’t believe I’m going to become Mrs. John Black.”
“You know we still have to set a date. I have been thinking about a
couple but it all depends on what kind of wedding you want.”
“I have always dreamed of a big wedding but not that big. Maybe here
in Salem at Saint Luke’s.”
“I was hoping you would say that. What would you say about a month
from now?”
“Like 30 days. That is quick.”
“If you want a longer engagement I’ll be behind you all the way but I
have to say I don’t want to wait that long to marry you. I want you to
be my wife as soon as possible.”
“I guess I could have a wedding planed in that amount of time. I’ll have
a lot of help from Sam, Laura, and Maggie. They can’t wait to plan a
wedding.”
“Well I don’t care what you want. This wedding is supposed to your
dream come true.”
“I want you to have something to do with it. Is there anything in
particular you want?”
“The only thing I ask is one of the songs we dance to be Spanish. I
think it would mean a lot to my mother that I include my heritage.”
“You have never told me who in your family was Hispanic.”
“My grandfather. That is the reason the ring I gave you was inscribed
in Spanish. My grandmother meet him while she was on a trip to
Spain. They were the only ones who ever showed me there was a
such thing as true love. I loved to visit them in Spain when I was little.”
“So can you speak Spanish well?”
“Not really. I know enough to get by. My grandfather and I would talk a
little but I’m not that good.”
“What song do you want played?”
“I want that to be a surprise but I can promise you it will be a beautiful
song. They say French is the language of love but I think Spanish is.”
“I agree. I loved to hear my Spanish teacher talk even though I had no
idea what he was saying. The sad thing is I had taken it for four years
and still don’t understand it.”
“Well Mi Amor all you have to know is yo quiero tu, Which means I
want you.”
“Is that some kind of invitation?”
“Si.” He leans in and kisses her and then lays her back and makes
love to her.
Chapter 32 A:
John was pacing back and forth outside the church. He was so
nervous. Today was his wedding day. He could feel the butterflies in
his stomach. He heard someone walk out the church behind him. “You
are going to wear a hole in the ground if you keep on pacing like that.”
“Victor I can’t help it. I’m a little nervous.”
“That is to be expected. Today is your wedding day. If you weren’t
nervous I would be worried but as your best man it is my job to make
you a little less nervous. The way your acting is telling everyone I’m
failing at my job and you know how I feel about failure.”
“I’m sorry. I have been waiting on this day for so long and I can’t
believe it is here. I’m going to make Marlena my wife.”
“Well the priest wanted me to come out here and get you so you could
explain a few of the wedding things.”
“Well let’s get going.”
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Marlena was in the bridal room getting ready. She was so nervous
and was incredibly thankful she chose so many bridesmaids. Her
hands were practically shaking that she knew there was no way she
could have put on her makeup. There she was sitting there with all her
makeup on and hair done just waiting on the girls to come in. In
walked first Sam in her maid of honor gown. It was a mock two piece
ballroom type gown. It was strapless light blue satin gown with a
beautiful design on bodice. It looked perfect on Sam. Marlena asked
Maggie, Laura, and Abe’s girlfriend Lexie to be her bridesmaids. Their
gown was similar to Sam’s except it was an A line dress instead of
flaring out. The colors complimented everyone. They lined up in front
of Marlena and this made her feel more nervous.
“What are y’all doing?”
“We have our gifts for you. We each got together and got the
something old, something new, something borrowed, and something
blue.”
“You didn’t have to do that.”
“We are your bridal party, it was our jobs.” Sam started. “I have
something old.”
She handed her a small black box. Marlena opened it and her eyes
welled up with tears. “Sam it’s grandma’s earrings. She gave them to
you.”
“Well I figured she would want them going to the one that got married
first and that is you.”
“Thank you sis.” She gave her a hug.
Lexie was next. “I have something new. I actually didn’t get it for you,
it’s from your soon to be husband.” She handed her the big black box.
When Marlena opened the box she couldn’t believe her eyes. It was a
beautiful diamond necklace. She could tell it had to cost a fortune.
“Sam would you help me put it on?”
“Sure. This is the only way I’ll ever touch a necklace this expensive.
You know sis if you aren’t sure you want to marry him I’ll more than
willingly take your place.”
“Ha-ha very funny Sam.”
“Ok I think I’m next. Marlena you have been one of my best friends
since we started rooming together our junior year. I’m so glad you
asked me to be one of your bridesmaids and I have something
borrowed.” Marlena opened the box. Laura went on to explain the
item. “It was the bracelet my mother was given on the day she got
married. I searched all over for something I thought you might like and
then one of the things my mother told me came to mind. She said that
when giving the bride something old or borrowed it is good luck to give
her something that was used by a bride on her wedding day that
resulted in a long happy marriage. I couldn’t think of anyone who had
a happier marriage them my mom and dad. She said the luck of one
bride was in the item and when put on by the other bride it was be
almost abborsed by that bride. After the way you grew up thinking
about marriage I couldn’t think of anyone who deserved my mother’s
good luck.”
Marlena was in tears. “Laura thank you so much. It is so beautiful.”
Maggie was next. “Well I can’t compete with that. I have something
blue and I was at a total loss as to what to get you. I knew Sam was
giving you the earrings; John was giving you a necklace, and Laura
the bracelet, so I was out of jewelry. Then I said maybe paint her toe
nails but no one will see them because of your dress so I went with a
little traditional blue gift and I know John will love taking it off you.”
Marlena opened the box. “The garter. Thank you everyone. I couldn’t
ever imagine having a bridal party as great as y’all.”
“Well as the maid of honor I say it is time we get you ready.” About the
time Marlena was going to take off her robe there was a knock at the
door. “Who could that be?”
“You don’t think it’s daddy.”
“No I told him I’d come get him when you were ready.” Sam went to
the door and was surprised to find Lawrence there.
“I need to see Marlena for one moment.”
“That is fine. Come on in Lawrence. What is it you need?”
“I came to give you something.” He handed her a handkerchief with an
“A” on it. “It is tradition that this is given to the first Alimain son’s bride
in each generation on their wedding day. My great-grandmother made
it for my grandmother when she married my grandfather. It was given
to my mother when she married my father. For some reason my father
gave it to me. I guess he thought because I was the oldest I would be
the first to get married but I’m not. This belongs to you.”
“I couldn’t accept it. It was your mother’s and your father gave it to
you. I know how important it is to you.”
“I also know how important family and tradition was to my mother.
Even though John goes by Black he is still an Alimain and he is the
first one to marry. My mother would want you to have it.”
“Thank you.”
“Well I guess I should go because if my brother finds out I was holding
up his bride he would be very upset with me. I’ll tell him you’re getting
ready.”
Marlena watched him walk out the door. “Alright I guess I’m ready to
finish getting dressed.”
It took her a little while to get in her dress since it was so big but it was
her dream dress. She felt like a princess in it and she looked like one
- It was a breathtaking mock two-piece strapless satin gown. It was
accented with beaded floral embroidery. But the part that made it truly
breathtaking was the long cathedral train, which seemed to stretch
back forever. Laura was putting the finishing touch off by putting the
tiara and floor length veil on. The door opened and there was Sam
and her father. Marlena could see her daddy’s eyes fill up with tears.
“What is wrong daddy?”
“I was just thinking about the song you and I are going to be dancing
to at the reception the end of the song fits this moment to the letter.
“She’ll change her name today. She’ll make a promise and I’ll give her
away. Standing in the bridal room looking at her. She asks me what
I’m thinking and I say I’m not sure. It just feels like I’m losing my baby
girl.” I really feel like I’m losing you. I know that even though you
change your last name to Black doesn’t mean you aren’t my daughter
anymore but a part of me doesn’t want to share you with another man.
I’m so glad that we have patched things up. I know the way I treated
you and your sister was wrong it’s just I was mad at your mom and the
situation. I have never regretted having you. I love you.”
“Well daddy what do you think of my dress?”
“I have always called you my little princess and right now you look like
one.”
“Daddy will you do me the honor of walking me down the isle so I can
get married.”
“Yes I am.”
They walked to the front of the church and lined up to do the wedding
march.
Chapter 32 B:
John and his wedding party stood at the front of the church. John felt
his heart beat faster when he heard the introduction of the music
Marlena had chosen as the wedding march. He watched as Marlena’s
cousins walked down the isle as the ring barrier and flower girl. When
Lexie arrived at the arch, Abe went to the back and escorted her
down. Bill and Mickey did the same with Laura and Maggie. His heart
started beating faster when Sam was half way down the isle. Victor
went and escorted her the rest of the way down. John felt his knees
go weak when he saw Marlena and her father standing there. He
looked at Victor and he gave him the thumbs up. He had never seen
anything as beautiful as her. He saw that she was smiling and had
tears in her eyes. It seemed to take forever for her to get to the stairs.
John was so totally lost in her beauty that Victor had to nudge him to
get his attention. He walked down the stairs and took her hand from
her father.
“You take care of her.”
“I will sir.” He looked Marlena in the eyes before walking up in front of
the priest. “You are so beautiful.”
She smiled at him. “I love you.”
He kissed her hand. “I love you to.”
When they reached the top of the alter they both turned to face the
priest. “Family and friends we are gathered here today to witness the
marriage between John and Marlena. I have had the great chance to
get to know the two of them through marriage consulting and I know
these two people have a deep and strong love and they have invited
all of you to be a part of that love. Who gives this woman to marry this
man?”
Marlena’s father stood. “Her mother and I do.”
He sat back down and the priest continued. “If there is anyone here
today who knows a good reason why these two should not be married
let them speak now or forever hold their peace?” John looked around
the room and breathed a deep sigh at the fact no one said anything.
He couldn’t see the look Victor was giving to everyone. It was almost
like he was daring anyone to say anything. The priest then got his
bible. “Let us pray. Dear Heavenly father I ask you to look down today
and bless this union between your two children John and Marlena.
Bless their marriage and allow them to remain happy in the love you
created between them. I pray this in the name of the father, the son,
and the holy sprit. Amen. Would everyone open their bibles to Second
Corinthians to the great scripter about love?”
Everyone opened their bibles and read aloud. “Love is patient, love is
kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud, it is not rude, it
is not self seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no records of
wrongs. Love is does not confide in evil, but rejoices in the truth. It
always protects, it always trusts, it always hopes, it always
perseveres. Love never fails.”
As the priest watches everyone close their bibles he looks at Marlena.
“Marlena do you take this man to be your husband. To live together
after God’s holy ordnance. Will you love him, honor him, comfort and
cherish him. And forsaking all others keep only unto him as long as
you both shall live?”
“I do.”
“John do you take this woman to be your wife. To live together after
God’s holy ordnance. Will you love her, honor her, comfort and
cherish her. And forsaking all others keep only unto her as long as you
both shall live?”
“I do.”
“Marlena would you please repeat after me? I Marlena…”
“I Marlean…”
“Take thee John to be my lawfully wedded husband.”
“Take thee John to be my lawfully wedded husband.”
“To have and to hold from this day forward.”
“To have and to hold from this day forward. For better or for worse.
For richer or for poorer. In sickness and in health. To love and to
Cherish. As long as we both shall live.”
“John repeat after me.”
“If you don’t mind father I think I can do it on my own.” The priest
nodded his head. “I John take thee Marlena to be my lawfully wedded
wife. To have and to hold from this day forward. For better or for
worse. For richer or for poorer. In sickness and in health. To love and
to cherish. As long as we both shall live.”
“Now it is time we exchange the rings. The exchanging of rings are a
well honored traditions in the church. It is an outward symbol of a
committed love. Marlena would you give your ring to John?”
She hands her flowers to Sam and gets the ring. She turns back to
John and holds it up. “I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and
fidelity to you. It is made of a precious medal, formed in the shape of a
circle which has no beginning and no end. As is my love for you. It is
precious and never ending. As this gold ring encircles your finger
always remember your love encircles my heart.” She placed the ring
on his finger and gently kisses it.
John turns to Victor and gets Marlena’s ring. “I give you this ring as a
sign of my love and fidelity to you. It is made of a precious medal.
Formed in the shape of a circle which has no beginning and no end.
The same as my love for you. It is precious and never ending. As this
gold ring encircles your finger never forget your love encircles my
heart.” He places the ring on her finger and gently kisses it.
“Since the both of you have recited your churchly vows and
exchanged your rings you may exchange what is in your heart.
Marlena do you have anything you would like to share with your
groom?”
“Yes. John when I was a little girl I loved to listen to stories about
princesses. My favorite ones were when the princess had a white
knight that took care of her. But I always believed they were just
stories. There was no such thing as a white knight that would rescue
the princess. I think the part that hurt the most was I never believed in
happy endings. That was until the day I met you. You have been there
for me through anything. You are my knight in shining armor. I have
never lover anyone the way I love you and I’m glad I’m becoming your
wife. Now I have my own little fairy tale and the princess and knight
are getting married and are going to live happily ever after.”
John took her hands and looked her in the eyes. “I want you to know
family means a lot to me. I have shared with you about my grandfather
and how he was the one who would explain love to me. When I would
visit him in Spain I would ask him a lot of questions. Is there a woman
in the world for me? How will I know her? When I marry her will I be
happy? Will the marriage last forever? He answered every question I
had with the answer Que sera, sera. What ever will be, will be. He
said that when God created a man he created a woman to be his
partner, the love of his life. He said that you would know who the
person you were meant to be with the first moment you saw her even
across a crowded room. He said that as far as marriage, marriage is
based on happiness and love if you have those things the marriage
will last forever. I would tell him that I didn’t believe in true love. True
love was just a gimmick to sell movies and Valentine’s cards. I asked
him to prove me there was love in the world and he said Mira tu
abuela y mí por un ejemplo. Look at your grandmother and me for an
example. I taught that he was crazy. True love like him and my
grandmother’s type of love didn’t exist anymore. That was until I met
you. When I saw you across the room I knew I loved you at that
moment. I knew I wanted you to be my wife from that day and now I
have the love that my grandparents had. I love you Marlena Evans
more than you can even know.”
He leaned in and gently kissed her. The priest looked at them. “John
Marlena you have pledged your love to each other in the site of man
and in the sight of God. I’m happy to now pronounce you husband and
wife. You may now kiss the bride.”
John took Marlena in his arms and kissed her passionately. They
didn’t get too involved in it because of them being in a church. When
they pulled back the priest announced out loud “I would like to present
to you the new Mr. and Mrs. John Black.” They kissed again and then
marched to the waiting limo to go to the reception.
Chapter 33:
John and Marlena arrived at Tuscany for the reception. They were
greeted by all their family and friends. They were having a great time
and was increadly happy. They had a small sit down diner that
consisted of small finger foods. Marlena didn’t want a huge meal
because she knew that after the wedding she would be so happy she
didn’t want a big meal and she was right. She was talking to Laura
when she heard the music that signified it was time to dance with her
daddy. The song “Butterfly Kisses” was playing in the background as
they danced. “I can tell you are really happy.”
“Yes I am daddy. I never thought that I could be this happy.”
“I want you to know that you will always be my little girl and anytime
you need me just give me a call.”
“I will daddy. I love you.”
“I love you to princess.”
After their dance it was time for the cutting of the cake. Marlena made
sure that the cake was huge. It was white with some light blue frosting.
It was toped with a groom on horseback holding the bride in his arms.
It was the perfect depiction of the fairytale princesses and knight that
Marlena had talked about in her vows. Marlena was the first one to be
fed. “Don’t you dare get it all over my dress. You had better behave or
I swear you will regret it tonight.” He gently placed it in her mouth and
licked the frosting off his fingers. “It is very good. I think you need to
try some.” She picked up a cake square and smashed it all over his
face.
“Hey now that isn’t nice.”
“I think I need to clean you up.” She stepped closer and licked the
cake off his lips and then kissed him passionately. While John was
cleaning up the DJ announced it was time for the bride’s and groom’s
first dance. John escorted her to the center of dance floor. The music
started.
“Mírame
Por favor
Aqui estoy
Con mi dolor
Ella dió
Un paso atrás
Un adiós
Y no queda más
Bella, bella el amanecer
(Solo para mi)
Bella, belleza de mujer
Ella todo me lo dio
Desde alma hasta la piel,
Fue mi verso y mi papel
Fue mi amiga y fue mi amor
Conocía mi interior
Como bola de cristal
Me alejo de todo mal,
Me dio su corazón
Me dejó la soledad
A pleno sol
En pleno mar
Si la ves
Alguna vez
Dile que yo
La sigo amando
Bella, bella el amanecer
(Aqui estoy tan mal, tan solo)
Bella, belleza de mujer
Ella todo me lo dio
Desde alma hasta la piel,
Fue mi verso y mi papel
Fue mi amiga y fue mi amor
Conocía mi interior
Como bola de cristal
Me alejó de todo mal,
Me dio su corazón”
“What did it say?”
“I asked them to play the American version so you would know what
they are saying.”
The music started again and they continued to dance.
“Here I am
Broken wings
Quiet thoughts
Unspoken dreams
Here I am
Alone again
And I need her now
To hold my hand
She’s all, she’s all I ever had
She’s the air that I breathe
She’s all, she’s all I ever had
It’s the way she makes me feel
It’s the only thing that’s real
It’s the way she understands
She’s my lover, she’s my friend
And when I look into her eyes
It’s the way I feel inside
Like the man I want to be
She’s all I ever need
So much time
So much pain (but)
There’s one thing
That still remains (It’s the)
The way she cared
The love we shared
And through it all
She’s always been there
She’s all, she’s all I ever had
In a world so cold, so empty
She’s all, she’s all I ever had
It’s the way she makes me feel
It’s the only thing that’s real
It’s the way she understands
She’s my lover, she’s my friend
And when I look into her eyes
It’s the way I feel inside
Like the man I want to be
She’s all I ever need”
When the song ended she looked up at him and smiled. “That song
was so beautiful. Thank you so much.”
“It is the way I feel about you. You are all I’ll ever need. And I should
be the one thanking you for marrying me. I love you so much Mrs.
Marlena Evans Black.” He kissed her hard on the mouth.
When he pulled back she wishpered in his ear. “As much as I love
being here why don’t we hurry up and throw the bouquet and the
garter so we can leave and get started on this honey moon you have
planed. By the way where are we going?”
“It’s a surprise.” He lead her to the stage. “Everyone may I have your
attention. Marlena and I are going to be throwing the bouquet and
garter now. First will be the bouquet so all you single ladies line up.”
All the girls lined up and Marlena threw it over her shoulder. She
turned to find Laura holding the bouquet. Next John sat Marlena down
on the chair and pushed the bottom of her gown up until he reached
the garter. He could hear the guys clapping behind him. He removed
the garter and shot it across the room and was surprised to see
Mickey with it. They both got back up. “Alright everyone we want you
to dance, have a good time, and just enjoy yourselves.” John watched
as everyone started dancing. Marlena came up with a plan. “I’m going
to run to the restroom. After I have been gone for a minute or two you
follow behind me and we will leave without anyone knowing we are in
a hurry to get gone.” She smiled seductively at him and winked at him.
She walked down the stairs. Sam walked up to her. “Where are you
going?”
“I have to run to the restroom to freshen up my make up. I’ll be fine.”
“Alright.” Sam turned and walked away. Marlena walked toward the
restrooms which was near the back doors. She turned and noticed
John staring. She smiled a motioned him there with her finger. He
watched and noticed no one was watching him. He went to Victor
telling him that he needed to grab some air. John walked to the back
and was surprised to not find Marlena standing there.
“Mar. Where are you?” He turned the corner and felt her grab his coat
pushing him against the wall and attacking him. She pulled back and
looked him in the eyes. “Are you ready to go?”
“You bet I am.” They walked out the back to the waiting limo. John
helped her in and then rolled the back window down. “Driver take us to
the airport.”
Chapter 34:
They arrived at their honeymoon location which was Madrid Spain.
“Wow. Madrid it’s beautiful.”
“I hoped you would like it. Before we go to the hotel I want to take you
somewhere special. Two places actually. Follow me.”
The first place he took her to was one of the many town squares that
were in Spain. “What’s so special about this place?”
“This is the place my grandparents first met. My grandfather called it el
cuadrado del amor or the square of love.”
“Hearing you talk about your grandfather has let me know just where
you get your romantic side from. I think both your grandmother and I
are very lucky to have men like the two of you in our lives.”
“Well I think I’m the lucky one Mrs. Black.” He leaned in close and
gave her a kiss that grew passionate. He pulled back breathless. “I
think I should take you to the last place so I can hurry up and get you
to the hotel.”
They jumped into the taxi that lead them to a small house in the
country side of Madrid. “This house is so beautiful.”
“It was my grandparents’. This is the house they bought as soon as
they got married and raised a total of five kids in.”
“Five kids. That is a houseful. Especially a house this size. I thought
your mother had money.”
“My grandmother’s parents had money. When she married my
grandfather they disinherited her. In the end they left it to all the five
grandchildren since my grandmother was the only child.”
“It’s really nice to see that you care so much about your family history
and it means a lot that you want to share it with me.”
“You are a part of this family now. I wanted to show you a few things
here and also give you this.”
He handed her a small gold box. In it was a key on a necklace. “What
is this for?”
“For the home I bought for us in Salem. I’ll show it to you as soon as
we get back but I’ll tell you it isn’t a huge house. It’s a nice two story
house with about four bedrooms including ours. A porch on the front
and back with a swing on both. And a huge backyard that I hope we
can fill with children very soon.”
“I love you.”
“I love you to baby. I want to introduce you to my grandparents.”
“I thought they were dead.”
“They are. You may think that it’s stupid but I come here and visit their
grave and talk to them.”
“I don’t think that is stupid. I do the same thing with my grandfather.”
He takes her hand and leads her to the back yard. “Papa y abuila.
This is my wife Marlena.”
“Thank you for bring me here. You want to tell me a little about them?
What did your grandmother die of?”
“Cancer the same as my mom. She went before my grandfather. He
was completely lost without her. As you can see he died two years
after her. Everyone who knew them said he died of a broken heart. Do
you think that is possible?”
“I do. If you love someone enough I can see happening. The
inscription, what does it say?”
“Separado por muerte pero junto en amor. Which means Separated
by death but together in love.”
“That’s beautiful.” She gives him a kiss. “Why don’t we head to the
hotel?”
“You just read my mind.”
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They arrived at the honeymoon suite and loved what they saw. There
were flowers everywhere. By the bed was a bottle of chamagain, and
candles in the candle sticks. Marlena grabbed her suitcase and
headed in the bathroom. John knew what she was doing and got the
room ready. He dimmed the lights and lit all the candles. He took two
of the red roses and threw the pedals on the white bed sheets. He
popped the cork of the chamagain and poured it in the glasses by the
bed. He waited until Marlena came out of the room and didn’t have to
wait long. She walked out of the bathroom in a gold silk gown that
went to the floor. She didn’t say a word to him and he didn’t ay a word
to her. There was not a need for words between them. He handed her
the glass and they drank. After they finished he leaned in and kissed
her. He pushed his tongue in her mouth. She drew back and
unbuttoned his shirt. She slowly pushed it off his shoulders but instead
of allowing it to fall to the floor she held in right hand. She pulled it
over his shoulder very slowly. He knew she was teasing him. She
threw it across the room and went right for his belt. She slowly
unbuckled it and slowly pulled it through the loops. She took both ends
in her hands and put it behind his neck pulling him closer to her. She
kissed him passionately. She dropped the belt behind him and slowly
ran her tongue down his neck, chest, and stomach. She hit her knees
in front of him and unbuttoned his pants. She ran her hands along his
budge and unzipped his pants with her teeth. She pulled both the
pants and his boxers down at the same time. She looked up at him
and smiled wickedly. She slowly ran her hands up and down his shaft.
She took his shaft in her mouth and ran it up and down. She slowly
ran her tongue around the tip. He pulled her to her feet and kissed her
passionately. He ran his hands down her shoulder bringing the straps
of her gown with them. He watched as her gown feel down her body
and puddle around her feet. He picked her up and carried her to the
bed. He laid on top of her and since she hadn’t been wearing any
panties he didn’t have to wait to enter her. He slowly pushed himself in
her and started thrusting slowly in and out. He felt her nails digging in
his back and felt her back arch off the bed. He couldn’t hold back any
longer. He pushed inside of her faster. He felt her mussels contract
and knew he was close to cuming. He picked up the pace and worked
harder to cum along with her. After they were done he spooned
against her and kissed her neck. They both fell asleep in each other’s
arms.
Chapter 35:
It had been one week since John and Marlena had gotten back from
their honeymoon. It was around 8:30 when Marlena got out of bed and
went downstairs. She loved living in her new house with John. They
had decorated the house to fit both of their styles. Marlena went into
the kitchen and started cooking her husband breakfast. It was going to
be just eggs, bacon, and toast. She knew she couldn’t screw that up.
She was in the middle of fixing his plate when the phone started
ringing. She picked it up. “Hello Marlena black.”
“Hey sis. You are really good about rubbing in the fact you are
married.”
“Well I have to admit that I love the married life. What do you want?”
“What are you doing right now?”
“I’m making my handsome husband some breakfast.”
“You have only been married two weeks and you’re already trying to
kill the guy. Here I thought you loved him.”
“I know how to make breakfast Sam.”
“I know just playing with you. What are you doing around 1 today,
staying in bed with your husband?”
“No he has to go back to work today. Why are you asking?”
“I was hoping that I would get to spend a little time with my sister.”
“I would love that. I’ll tell you what. I’ll pick you up around 12:30. We’ll
go to the mall and do a little home shopping. What do you say?”
“That’s fine with me. I’ll see you later. Bye.”
“Bye.” She hung up the phone and felt John put his arms around her
waist. “Good morning handsome.”
“Good morning. I woke up and you weren’t there. How long have you
been awake?”
“For about 30 minutes. I wanted to make you breakfast and while I
was doing that Sam called.”
“What did she want baby?”
“She wanted to hang out today. I thought that it would be a good
chance to get some things for the house.”
“So let me guess you want my credit card.”
“You bet I do.” They both started laughing together. “Sit down and eat
your breakfast before it gets to cold.”
John sat down and started eating. “Sweetheart this is great. I had no
idea that you could cook this good.”
“It’s just eggs and bacon.”
“I know but I love that you are willing to get up and make it for me.
Now I would love to be able to stick around but I have a meeting at 10
so I need to get going. You walk me to the door.” He took her hand in
his and walked to the door. She reached beside the door on the table
and handed him his briefcase. “I’ll see you when I get home. I love
you.”
“I love you too. Have a good day.” She gave him a quick peck on the
lips. She opened the door for him and watched as he walked out the
door. She went back into the kitchen and cleaned up until it was time
to leave.
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Marlena and Sam were sitting in Salem Place drinking a smoothie
from Java Café. Marlena had several bags beside her most of which
were things for the house. “So do you think we have done enough
damage on John’s credit card?”
“I’m not sure didn’t you say that he had an unlimited spending limit.”
“Yes I did but I don’t want to break my husband just days after
marrying him. I don’t want him to think I was only in it for the money.”
“He knows you weren’t. Now I would seriously wonder if it was just for
his body.”
“Well that was a reason.” They both laugh together. “You know I think
it’s time for me to get home so I can put these new goodies in my
house.”
Sam and she went straight to Marlena’s car. They put all of the bags
in the trunk. When Marlena cranked up the car she tuned her radio to
the country station. “Sis you sure have changed. Since when have you
started listening to country music?”
“Since I met John. He loves country. It isn’t that bad.”
They were about twenty miles from Marlena’s house when “Streets of
Heaven” by Sheri Austin came on the radio. Marlena had tears in by
the end of the song. They were so bad she didn’t see the car that was
swerving in the road until it was too late. The car crossed the median
into her lane hitting her car head on. Marlena’s car flipped a few times
and so did the other. There was a car that was following in behind
Marlena and saw everything. The driver stopped and went to the other
person’s car. He looked inside and saw the person hit their head but
was basically ok. The thing that really caught his eye was the empty
beer cans in the floorboard. He ran over to the other car and saw that
Marlena and Sam both weren’t moving. Both of them were
unconscious. He pulled out his cell phone and dialed 9-1-1. “I need an
ambulance on Chestnut Street. There has been an accident involving
two cars. The man in the one car seems fine just a little out of it. I
believe he was driving drunk. There are two women in the other car
and they seem to be in real bad shape. Yeah I promise I will stay right
here until someone arrives. You need to hurry.”
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Bill and Tom Horton were both on duty when the call came in. They
were waiting outside the emergency room on the ambulance arrived.
They watched as the man came out on his own free will but they both
waited on the two women to be brought out. Bill went to the first
ambulance door and watched as they brought Sam out of it. He could
feel the panic raise because he had no idea if Laura may have been
with her. He watched his father escorted the paramedics into the
doors and saw it was Marlena. He felt some weigh be lifted off his
shoulder but these were two of his real good friends. One of which
was his best friends wife. He told the paramedics to follow behind his
father. He stopped at the nurses’ station. “Brandi I need you to call this
number. Ask for John Black and tell him that he needs to get to the
emergency room ASAP. Tell him that I’ll fill him in when he gets here.”
“Yes sir Dr. Horton.” She picked up the phone and dialed the number
and asked for John. “Is this John Black?”
“You have him.”
“This is Nurse Brandi at University Hospital. Dr. Bill Horton asked me
to call you and ask you to get to the emergency room.”
“What is wrong?”
“I’m not sure. I was just told to give you this message.”
“I’ll be right there.”
John hung up the phone and grabbed his coat and headed out the
door.
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John arrived at the hospital and looked for Bill. He went up to the
nurses’ station. “Excuse me. Bill Horton called and asked me to come
down here. Could you find out what for?” The same time the nurse
was about to go back into the ER, Bill walked out. “Bill what is going
on?”
“John I’m sorry I have to tell you this news. There was an accident.
Marlena and Sam were involved. They both came in here pretty bad.
John I have some bad news. We lost one.”
“No Bill please tell me it wasn’t Marlena. Please tell me my wife isn’t
dead.”
He watched as Bill’s face dropped and John started crying.
Chapter 36:
John felt his knees go weak. He couldn’t believe it was even possible
to believe the woman he loved was no died. “Bill it can’t be.”
“John it wasn’t Marlena. It was Sam.”
John felt a bit of release at hearing that it wasn’t Marlena but he hated
anything happened to Sam. She was his sister in law and not only that
but Marlena was very close to her. How was he going to tell her that
Sam was dead?
“How is Marlena?”
“I can’t really tell you. My dad is her doctor. He will be out in a few
minutes to tell you how she is.”
“Thank you God.” It never really hit him that Sam was dead until he
saw the orderlies roll out her body. His wedding kept running through
his mind and all he could think about was how she told him to always
take care of her sister. He walked up to the bed. “Can I tell her
something?” They nodded their head yes. “Sam I promise I will always
take care of your sister. Thank you for being a great friend and sister
in law.” They took her body away. John stood out side the emergency
room waiting on Dr. Horton. He watched as Tom came out. “Dr.
Horton how is she?”
“I’m not sure. I can tell you that she is in pretty bad shape. She hit her
head. I’m not sure if there is any damage, I’ll be able to tell you more
when I run some test. I know there is some damage to her lungs
because I had to put her on a respirator. All her other organs seem to
be just fine. The only thing we are worried about is the baby.”
“The baby?”
“Yes Marlena is pregnant. Didn’t you know?”
“No we both had no idea. What is wrong?”
“Until I can find out what is wrong with her internally I can’t tell you.
The heart rate is going a little faster than normal. I don’t want you to
worry. I truly believe both of them will be just fine. I’m going to send
some papers for you to fill out so we can start the test.”
“Can I see her?”
“Yes. I’ll send the nurse in there to you. I’ll show you where she is.
Follow me.” John walked behind Tom. He felt his heart begin to sink
when he saw how bruised she was but he was relieved to see the
heart monitor beating. He remembered that she could be gone from
his life forever. Then he saw another monitor and remembered that
they were having a baby. He watched as Tom walked out of the room
giving him a few moments alone with her. He sat down beside her bed
and took her hand in his.
“Hey pretty lady. I’m so glad that you are ok. I couldn’t imagine my life
without you in it baby. You are everything to me. You are my light to
the darkness and the silver lining to my dark cloud. You are what
makes me complete. Listen I need you to get better and wake up. I
need you to fight. You have to be stubborn like you were the day at
the cabin when I didn’t want you to cook but you refused to let me so I
gave in to you like always and you burned the cake. You told me that
day that I could make everything better and I wish that was true. I wish
I could make you better. I wish I could make your life better for you. I
have no idea how I’m going to tell you Sam is gone. You two were so
close. But baby listen to me you have to get better because there is a
life growing inside of you. A life that you and I created. Our dream is
coming true of starting a family but that family has to include you so
you fight do you hear me.” He watched as her heart beat increased.
He saw the nurse come in. “Excuse me could you check her.” She
checked her vitals.
“Everything is fine Mr. Black.”
“But her heart…”
“It is just fine. She is getting stronger. And so is the little one. I need
you to sign these papers and Dr. Horton can start the test.”
The room was silent except the sound of John signing the papers.
They heard one of the machines start going crazy. The nurse ran to
the phone. “Code Blue in ER number 4.”
“What is going on?”
“It’s the baby Mr. Black. I’m sorry but you have to leave the room.”
“Leave the room are you crazy? I’m not leaving. That is my wife and
my baby and if there is something wrong with either one I’m staying
right here.”
Tom ran in along with Bill. “John it’s best if you wait outside. I know
you want to be in here but we need all the room we can get. I promise
you dad or I will be out to tell you what happened.”
John stepped back and watched as a nurse closed the curtain on him
being able to see what they were doing to his wife. He heard the
sound of doctors working frantically and then heard a long pause from
the noise. Bill walked out. “John I’m sorry. We lost the baby. As soon
as dad is done you go in there with her.”
“Thanks Bill.” John could feel his heart break. His baby was gone. He
waited until Tom opened the curtain. The two men didn’t say a word to
each other but Tom placed his hand on his shoulder to offer
condolences. John went by her bed and took her hand in his. His
vision was blurred by his tears. John couldn’t believe he had lost his
baby. He wanted this baby so much. John laid his head on her bed
and just listened to the room’s sounds. He heard a small beating and
knew it wasn’t Marlena’s heart. He looked at the baby monitor and
saw a small line moving. He went outside and found a nurse. “Excuse
- I think there maybe something wrong. Could you check?” The
nurse followed John to Marlena’s cube. He pointed at the monitor.
“They told me the baby died. Is there something wrong with her?”
“That’s odd. I remember there was no line before. I’ll check by the
ultrasound machine.” She pulled the machine over and ran the
receptors over her stomach. They both looked closely and the nurse
smiled. “Well Mr. Black I’m sorry but you were having twins. One was
hiding behind the other that’s the reason there was a faint heart rate.
The one in front died but the other seems to be very strong. I’ll tell the
doctor to come in here and examine her again.”
“Thank you.” A smile came across his face. He looked at the heart
monitor and ultrasound and knew for a fact there was a baby in there.
The idea that one of his children died hurt more than anything but the
idea that there was another made him so happy. It felt like they had
been given a second chance. Tom came in and checked Marlena
showing John all the results of the test that showed Marlena was fine.
He even took her off the respirator after her showing signs of
improvement. He explained that since she was so early in her
pregnancy that the one baby would be fine and her body would take
care of the other. He went outside for a short time calling Marlena’s
father to ask him to come to Salem and he would explain what
happened when he got there. He went back into Marlena’s room and
fell asleep beside her bed.
Chapter 37:
It had been a little over a day since Marlena’s accident. John was
sitting by her bed watching her grow stronger and stronger. He
continued to watch the ultrasound to see his baby’s heart beating. He
didn’t know how her body was with holding everything that it was
going through. Her father had called and said he was on the way. He
had no idea how he was going to explain to him that his daughter was
dead. He was preparing himself mentally when the nurse said there
was someone there to see him. He walked out the door and saw
Frank standing there. He could do nothing but hang his head. John
walked up to him. “John what is wrong? Why did you call me here?”
“I don’t know how to tell you this. Frank Marlena and Sam were in an
accident. From what the police have told me it was a drunk driver.
They both were rushed to the hospital.”
“Well how are they? Where are my daughters?”
“Follow me.” He took him to Marlena’s room. She was doing better
and some of the color had returned but she was still unconscious.
John knew that it looked bad but he wasn’t ready to tell him about
Sam. He knew he had to show him that one of his daughters were just
fine.
Being a doctor he saw the ultrasound machine and knew his little girl
was having a baby. “I’m going to be a grandfather.”
“Yes you are. Marlena is pregnant with a beautiful baby. The doctors
say her and the baby are going to be just fine.”
“This is wonderful. Where is Sam? Is she in another room?”
“Sam was in worse shape than Mar.”
“Why are you saying was? Where is my daughter John?”
“I’m sorry Frank. The doctors did everything they could but she was in
to bad of a shape. They said her bleeding was impossible to stop.”
“Are you saying?”
“Sam died not long after they brought her here. She was gone before I
ever got here.”
Frank staggered to the chair in the corner. He couldn’t believe the
news. He was so happy that Marlena was having a baby but now his
heart was breaking. His baby girl was dead.
John watched the man’s reaction. He knew exactly how he felt. He felt
so much happiness that one of his girls was still alive but his heart
was breaking at the fact that one of them was gone. He felt the same
thing about losing one of his twins. “Frank I’m so sorry about your
lose.”
“Thank you John. I’m glad you are here for my daughter.”
“I’ll always be here for her.”
“I need to call her mother. Thank you for telling me. You are a great
son in law. Take care of my little princess and my grandchild.”
“I will sir.” John watched Frank walk out the door. That was the
hardest thing in the world he ever had to do. He never wanted to do
that again and it was at that very moment he decided that he wouldn’t
tell Marlena about the other baby. Their child that died would have to
be his own secrete. He was in his own little world when he heard
someone call his name. John looked toward Marlena’s bed and saw
her head moving back and forth and moaning his name. He took her
hand in his and talked to her. “Sweetheart I’m right here. Come on
baby open your eyes. Come back to me baby.”
He saw her head settle down and saw her eyes flutter open. “John.
Where am I?”
“You’re in the hospital.”
“What happened?”
“You and Sam were in an accident.”
She ran her hand down her stomach and felt the receptors for the
ultrasound. “What are these?” She looked over to the ultrasound and
saw the baby. “John is that a baby?”
“Yes. You and I are going to have a baby.”
“We are?” He watched the smile spread across her face. She got
tears in her eyes just watching the baby one the screen. “I can’t
believe. We are starting a family. Does my sister know?”
Marlena watched John’s smile fade at the mincing of Sam. “John
what’s wrong? My sister is ok with the baby.”
“Marlena there’s something I need to tell you.”
“John where is my sister? I need to see her.”
“Marlena I’m sorry. Your sister is gone.”
“No not Sam. She can’t be dead.”
“She didn’t pull through the accident.”
“Not my sister. It should have been me, not her”
“Marlena don’t say that. It shouldn’t have been you. I need you. You
had to live.”
“She was my sister John.”
“I know that baby and I know that this hurts you. You had more that
you needed to do.” He put his hand on her stomach. “You have a baby
growing in there; you had to live for it. Not only that but Marlena you
are my life. If I had lost you I would have lost everything. I would have
lost my reason to live. I need you. And I’m sad Sam died to but I’m
glad you lived.”
“I’m going to need you.”
“You will have me trough everything. I’ll be right here by your side.” He
took her in his arms and held her while she cried herself to sleep.
Chapter 38:
It had been two weeks since Marlena had been released from the
hospital. John had seen a small change in Marlena’s attitude. It
seemed as though she was slowly putting her sister’s death behind
her and was moving on. It seemed to happen at the time of her
funeral. Her parents had agreed to allow Sam to be buried in Salem
so Marlena could be close to her sister. Marlena still had no idea
about the other baby. She was extremely content with the fact she
was pregnant. He had never seen a woman look as beautiful as her
pregnant. She was sitting on the couch when John came in from work.
“Hey beautiful. How are you feeling today?”
“I’m fine. The morning sickness isn’t as bad today as I have been.”
“You know I love you.”
“I know you do.”
He put his hand on her stomach and then leaned down and kissed it.
“Do you think he can hear me?”
“I hope not. You are going to confuse her by calling her a he.”
“Did you hear that in there? Your mother seems to believe you are a
girl. Well you and I know different. We will just let her believe that you
are a girl so it will make her feel better.”
“Well my little girl you know your daddy is a little slow so we will just let
him think what he thinks.” She looked up at him and smiled. “Do you
really want a boy?”
“I don’t care what it is just as long as it is healthy. If it is a boy I’ll have
someone to play baseball with.”
“You know you can do that with a girl.”
“I know but I can’t help but picture my little girl being a girly girl. But
there would be an advantage because you know she would be
daddy’s little girl.”
“She will have you wrapped around her little finger.”
“I know that. No mater what the baby is it will be spoiled rotten.”
“You are right about that.” She started kissing him. He pulled back.
“What’s wrong? Don’t you want me?”
“Baby of course I do but the doctor told me that we had to wait for at
least six weeks until you are completely healed.”
“I don’t understand why he is saying that. I feel perfectly fine. There is
nothing wrong with me.”
“I know that but we have to follow the doctor’s orders. I can’t risk
hurting you or the baby.”
“I understand. I just can’t help but be turned on when you come home
smelling so good.” She starts kissing him on his neck. John he taking
all his power not to throw her onto the couch. Especially when she
started unbuttoning his shirt.
He stopped her hands. “Mar we have to stop now or I’m never going
to be able to. But I promise the night the doctor gives you the ok will
be a night you will never forget, ok.”
“Alright. How long do I have before I go back to the doctor?”
“Four more weeks.”
“I guess I can wait that long.”
“You are going to have to. If it requires it I will even sleep in the guest
room.”
“No it doesn’t require it. I promise to be a good girl.”
“Ok. I love you Marlena.”
“I love you so much.” She laid back in his arms and took her afternoon
nap. He turned his head to the ceiling and thanked God for keeping
his wife alive.
Chapter 39:
Today was the day that Marlena had to go to the doctor. She was a
little nervous about what was going to happen. John had taken the
day off so he could be there with her. They arrived at Dr. Bater’s office
and signed in. “John I’m scared.”
“Of what baby. You know everything that the doctor is going to do.
Nothing is a surprise. What are you scared of?”
“The needle.”
“You are scared of needles?”
“Not needles in general. Just this needle. Have you seen it? It is huge
and they are going to be sticking it in my stomach. I’m just afraid it will
hurt.”
“You know that is important to find out if anything is wrong. It is
extremely important after the accident. We need to know how the
baby is.”
“I know we do. I’m scared.”
“Hey I’m going to be here for you. I promise I will never leave your
side.”
“I know you won’t.”
“Marlena, John the doctor is ready to see you.”
Marlena follows behind John. The nurse does the normal routine of a
checkup. They find Marlena has gained a few pounds. Her pulse and
blood pressure was a little high but that was ok since she was a little
scared. They sat and waited on the doctor. Marlena was sitting on the
bed in her gown while John held her hand. The doctor walked in.
“Marlena, are you ready to get this examination under way?”
“As ready as I’ll ever be.”
“Ok we are going to start off with the ultrasound so we can see how
the baby is progressing and listen to its heart beat. I want you to lie
back onto the bed.” She sat the machine up. She walked over to her
bed side and pulled up her gown slightly. “Marlena I’m going to put a
little of this jelly on your stomach. It will allow us to see your baby and
see how he or she is doing.” She could tell by the look of excitement
on Marlena’s face she was very ready for this. She squirted some of
the jelly on her stomach and Marlena flinched at the coldness. Dr.
Bater moved the receptor around Marlena’s stomach until they found
the baby. “And here we are. That is your baby.”
John saw the tears fill Marlena’s eyes. He knew they were tears of joy.
“John that’s our baby.”
He couldn’t say anything. He just nodded his head.
“Well I can tell both of you that it is growing just fine. You have one
strong baby on the way.”
“Can you see what it is?”
“I’m afraid you aren’t far enough along. You are only 3 1⁄2 months
along. By your next sonogram we should be able to see exactly what it
- Right now all you need to worry about is you and your baby. I’m
going to do the amino, send the results to the lab, and tell you where
we need to go after. Ok.” They both nodded their heads. “Now
Marlena I need you to relax. If you don’t something could go wrong.”
Marlena held on to John’s hand and took some deep breaths. She
didn’t look at needle as Dr. Bater got it ready. But John did. “Is that the
needle you’re going to using on my wife?”
“Yes it is. We are going to insert it through her belly button all the way
down to the where the baby is so we can draw some fluid off it. That is
what is going to tell us if there is something wrong with the baby.”
John could now understand why Marlena was so nervous. That
needle was huge. As he watched he felt his heart rate and breathing
increase. Marlena laughed at him when they were done. “They say we
are the weak ones.”
“Most of the men that come in become uneasy at the sight of the
amino. It’s ok. You will feel a little uncomfortable for a little while. I’ll
take this to the lab. Marlena you can change and you are free to go. I’ll
call you at home with the results.”
“Dr. Bater can I talk to you outside for one moment?”
“Of course.”
“Mar are you going to be ok getting ready by yourself?” She nodded
her head yes. John followed behind Dr. Bater. “I wanted to ask how
she really is.”
“She is doing fine. Why do you ask?”
“Because I wanted to know how she is doing after losing the baby?”
“She is fine. Does she know what happened?”
“No. I thought it would be best not to tell her.”
“I agree. She is fine but she needs to watch herself. I feel she doesn’t
need any added stress on her. She needs to be careful. Under a
normal pregnancy there are risks involved but Marlena’s isn’t normal.
She has already lost one baby after an accident. This baby seems fine
but you can never be sure. I think she will be fine as long as she get
plenty of rest and has a stress free time. Now good luck.” Dr. Bater
walked away. Marlena walked out the room.
“So are you ready to go?”
“Yes. I’m so tired.”
“Well let me get you home and let you rest.” They walked out the
office hand in hand to the elevator to go home.
Chapter 40:
Marlena was in Salem Place shopping. It was more like window
shopping than anything because she still had no idea what the baby
was. She was looking at a cute crib display when she heard someone
calling her name. She turned and saw Alice Horton standing there.
“Hello Mrs. Horton. I’m sorry I didn’t answer right away. I must have
been distracted.”
“That is perfectly understandable. Tom said that when I was pregnant,
every time I saw anything baby I went into my own little world. I
believe it is a bother thing.”
“It could be.”
“And sometimes we wonder what might have been. No matter how
many children you have none of them can take the place of the one
you lost.” Marlena didn’t understand what she meant by that phrase
but she pushed it into the back of her mind. “Well darling I was just
checking to see how you are doing and I can see you are fine. I need
to run. Take care of yourself and tell that husband of yours I said
hello.”
“I sure will.” She watched as she walked away. She tried to find out
why she would have made the comment. While caught up in her
thoughts she felt two strong arms wrap around her. She smiled and
looked at John. “Hey honey.”
“Hey baby. What are you doing here spending all my money?”
‘I’ll have you to know Mr. Black I have only bought one new pair of
pants and a couple of shirts.”
“And what is in this bag?”
“Shoes. Do you know that since becoming pregnant my feet have
been killing me?”
“Alright since the spending is because of the baby I understand. You
know when I walked up you seemed to be millions of miles away.”
“I was just thinking. John you have known the Horton’s all your life
haven’t you?”
“Sure have why?”
“Well because she said something about no matter how many children
you have it can never replace one that has died. Has she ever lost a
baby?”
“Not that I know of.”
“I wonder why she said that.”
It hit John why she said it. It was her motherly way of taking care of
Marlena and letting her know everything was ok. Marlena caught the
look on his face. “John you know why don’t you?”
“Yeah and I think it’s time you knew to. I just can’t explain here. Let’s
go home.” John walked her to the car wondering the whole time how
he was going to tell her about the baby that died.
Chapter 41:
John walked into the living room with a glass of milk of Marlena. “Here
you go. Drink up.”
“I bet by the time I have this baby I’m going to hate the taste of milk.”
“The doctor says you need to build up your Calcium level.”
“I know.” She laid back into John’s arms and he rested his hands on
her stomach. “So why don’t you tell me what you were going to.”
‘What was it about?”
“You said you knew the reason Mrs. Horton said what she said.”
“Oh yeah. Mar I don’t know how to tell you what I have to say but I
want you to know that no matter what I did I love you and have your
best interest at heart.”
“John you’re scaring me.”
“When you were in the accident and the doctors told me you were
pregnant it was the happiest day of my life. Then something
happened. The baby’s heart monitor flat lined and they said it was
dead.”
“But the baby was ok. It must have been a mistake. John nothing
happened to the baby.”
“No Marlena nothing happened to this baby.”
“Are you saying?”
“There was another one Marlena. The doctor explained that the baby
in the front received all the trauma. This one was in the back. That’s
why it lived.”
“How long have you known John?”
“I was there when it happened.”
“And you didn’t tell me.”
“The doctors thought it wouldn’t be a good idea.”
“The doctors huh. Damn the doctors. You should have told me. That
was my baby.”
He jumped up off the couch. “It was my baby to. Do you know what I
have gone through?”
“No I don’t because you didn’t tell me.”
“And you want to know why? The doctors told me any added stress
could make you lose this baby. I had to decide what would be better,
not telling you and keeping this baby safe or telling you and risking
loosing it to. Do you know how much it has hurt to keep this from you?
I have had to watch your stomach grow knowing it should be bigger. I
have gone to every doctor’s appointment and seeing this baby
knowing there should be another one. I have gone through hell
knowing and living with the fact I stood there as my baby died and
there was nothing I could do about it. But every time I wanted to cry or
have a break down I would touch your stomach and realize while the
baby died there was another, a second chance.”
John’s words brought her to tears. She jumped off the couch and held
him in her arms. “I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to get mad at you. I just was
hurt because I didn’t know.”
“I know. It just hurt.”
“I know. I wish I could have helped you with what happened. I’m glad
you have looked out for this baby. It is a second chance for us.”
“Yeah it is. I love you Marlena.”
“I love you to John.”
They continued to hold each other trying to ease the pain that existed
between them and know it would pass and everything would be ok.
They had a second chance at happiness.
Chapter 42:
John was sitting downstairs nervously waiting on Marlena to hurry up.
Today was when they would learn the sex of the baby. He wanted to
know what it was so bad. He knew that Marlena want to know to. She
walked downstairs and he couldn’t believe how incredibly beautiful
she was. All she talked about was the fact she was getting fat but
John didn’t see it. When he looked at her all he saw was she was
glowing. “Well pretty lady are you ready to go?”
“I am but before we go can we talk?”
“What is it sweetheart?”
“I don’t want to know.”
“You don’t want to know what?”
“I don’t want to know what the baby is.”
“Marley I thought we had talked about this. You wanted to know so we
could get the room ready.”
“I know what I said John it’s just I don’t want the baby to think the only
reason we love it is because we know what it is. That could harm the
self-esteem of the baby.”
“Marlena I don’t think it will hurt the baby if we know what it is. At most
it would help with the confusion of calling it, it. We would be able to
give it a name.”
“Well if you really want to name the baby there are a lot of names that
can be both boys and girls.”
“Marlena wouldn’t that confuse the baby as well?”
“I don’t know but John this is really important to me. I have thought
about it for a while and I don’t want to know right now. Let me ask you
this. Will finding out what the baby is today actually make you love it
any less?”
“Of course it won’t.”
“Then why do we even have to know?”
“If it is that important to you then we won’t know. All that matters is that
this baby knows it is loved by both its mommy and daddy.” He put his
hand on her stomach. “And both of us do.” He kissed Marlena and
they walked out the door hand and hand.
Chapter 43:
John and Marlena came home very exhausted. They both sat on the
couch. John reached over to Marlena’s shoulder and slowly started to
massage them. “Honey why are you so tense?”
“I don’t know. Maybe some stress. Finding out about the baby, waiting
on this one to arrive, wondering if I’m going to be a good mother. John
there is a lot of pressure associated with waiting on this baby. I’m
scared.”
“I know. I am to. Listen why don’t you relax. Just loosen up a little.” He
continued to rub her shoulders until he felt her go limp. He looked and
saw that she was asleep. He picked her up and carried her upstairs.
He came back down and called the local Chinese restaurant. Marlena
had been craving Seseame Chicken, Cheese Wantons, and lomain
noodles with duck sauce. He was so glad that it wasn’t anything odd.
He went into the kitchen and made some sweet tea to go with diner. It
took about twenty minutes for the food to get there. John got the table
out of the kitchen and put her food on it. He went upstairs with the
food to the bedroom. He went inside and Marlena seemed to wake up
at the smell of food.
“John what are you doing?”
“I’m serving my wife diner in bed. I believe it is all your pregnancy
favorites.”
“You are right. I swear you are the best husband a woman could ever
ask for.”
“Well I think you are a pretty amazing wife Mrs. Black.” He leaned in
and kissed her passionately. She pulled back and slowly began to
unbutton his shirt. John was getting turned on by the way she was
kissing his chest. “Marlena what about the food?”
“Forget the food. I have something more appetizing in front of me. Not
only that but it taste good to.” She kissed his chest again. She felt his
breathing increase. She pulled back and looked into his eyes. “I want
you to make love to me John. I need you.”
John couldn’t help but want her. The lust was written all in her eyes
but there was something that was holding him back. “Marlena I can’t.”
“Why not John?”
“I have my reasons.”
“I know why you don’t want to be with me because I’m fat.”
She turned her back from him and started crying. He took her in his
arms. “No honey that’s not it. I’m scared. I’m scared if I’m with you it
could hurt the baby.”
“John you heard the doctor the baby is doing fine.”
“I know it is but I don’t know that if we make love if something could
happen.”
“Like?”
“Like what if I poke it in the head and give it brain damage.” Marlena
busted out laughing. “Marlena I’m serious.”
“John that isn’t going to happen. I swear. There is no possible way you
can poke it in the head. Now come on make love to your wife.” She
started kissing him on the lips again. He felt her trying to push her
tongue into his mouth. He gave into her and allowed her tongue to
come in. She was doing things with her tongue in his mouth that she
never had before. He was busy ripping her shirt off her body. He
pushed her shirt off her body and began to work on her bra. He tore
his lips off hers and trailed them down her neck. He took one of her
breast in his mouth and sucked on it until it was hard. He moved over
to the neck one and slightly sucked on it and then tugged on it. He ran
his hands up under her skirt and pulled her underwear down her legs.
He pushed her skirt up around her waist and began to kiss her inner
thigh. He moved up until her was right at her clit. He pushed her
tongue deep inside of her. He pulled back long enough to push two
fingers inside of her. He felt her back arch off the bed and felt her
body begin to tighten. He knew right then and there she was about to
cum. He moved off the bed and pulled off his jeans and boxers. She
tried to move to the edge of the bed but he was determined to make
this night all about her. He pushed her back onto the bed. He entered
her in one quick thrust. He moved inside of her faster and harder. He
felt her tighten around him as she cumed. He wasn’t far behind her.
He fell down beside her exhausted. They both fell asleep. A few hours
later Marlena woke up with a sharp pain. “John I need to get to the
hospital now. I think there might be something wrong.” They both got
out of bed and rushed to the hospital.
Chapter 44:
John waited outside Marlena’s room on the doctors to get done
looking at her. Bill came out first. “How is she?”
“She and the baby are fine. Doctor Baiter is about done so she will be
out in a second. I have a few patients to see so I’ll be back in a little
while to check on her.”
“Thanks buddy.” Bill walked away and John poked his head in the
door and knocked lightly to get the girls attention. “Can I come in?”
“Yes John I was just finishing up.”
“How is the baby?”
“Well it luckily wasn’t anything serious. The baby is just fine. Marlena’s
body is just reacting to increasing stress. Plus Marlena’s body is small
so there might be some complications in carrying it to complete
pregnancy. Don’t be alarmed though because it is growing just fine
and everything is going great right now. I’m going to keep you over
night to make sure nothing happens.”
“Thank you Dr. Baiter.” Dr. Baiter walked out of the room and John
went over to Marlena’s bed and took her hand. She started to cry.
“Baby it’s ok.”
“John I was so scared. I thought I was losing the baby.”
“But you weren’t. The baby is just fine and so are you.”
“Were you not scared something could be going wrong?”
“Yes baby I was. I didn’t know what was happening but we got you to
the hospital and Dr. Baiter said you both are just fine.”
“I know but now I’m worried about the fact the baby is coming early.
What if when it does come it isn’t ready? What if something happens
to it after it is born?”
“Marlena you heard Dr. Baiter you need to calm down. We will handle
what will happen when it does happen. Right now we need to be
happy the baby is strong and healthy.”
“You are right. I’ll need you by my side while I’m pregnant. I love you
John.”
“Marlena I’m going to be by your side for the rest of your life. You are
my wife. I love you more than anything in this world. I love you to little
one in there.” He put his hand on her stomach. “Why don’t you try to
get some rest ok.” He lightly kissed the top of her head and then sat in
the chair beside her.
“John would you mind sleeping in the bed with me?”
“Of course I will.” Marlena moved over and let John climb in the bed.
She rested her head on his chest. He slowly strokes her hair as she
started to rest peacefully.
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