Marlena pulled the little black Mercedes coupe into her parking space. She cut the engine and sat there for a moment and sighed. She was exhausted. Work had been so hectic these past few weeks for both her and for John and they’d had very little time together. She gathered her belongings and got out, slowly sauntering …
Bad News, Paint Chips, and Goodbyes – By Kris
“You’re look is telling me that this is bad news.” John stares at the woman that he thought would always be on his side of the fight and can’t help the shaky breath that leaves his lips. He studies the face that he knows so well, the eyes that he always understood, but the haze …
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Bartease – By Darksacrednights
John walked through the doors and entered the smoky, darkened bar. Music blared loudly in his ears as he swept his eyes over the crowded room, searching for someone. Then he saw her, sitting at the bar, her back to him. Her long blond hair curled and cascaded down her bare back. She donned …
Ballistics – By Kimmie
“Which do you like, the red or the black?” Marlena asked, holding up two dresses. John smiled widely. “I like them both! Why don’t you try them on so I can see which I like better?” “Why don’t I just get them both? I really don’t feel like trying them on,” she replied. …
Because You Love Me – By Jessica D and Jame J
The shadow of the moon illuminates the darkened living room, silhouettes dancing effortlessly across the cream colored walls. The air surrounding the spacious room is cold and stale, so much like the life John Black is living in at the moment. He does not hear the door open, nor does he hear the soft stiletto …
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Be Thou Ever Mine – By Shineyb
Marlena was standing in the penthouse looking out her bedroom window. It was hell not being able to remember her past, especially John and the children. She knew what Alex kept telling her, but their were deep feelings for John that were keeping her awake at nights. She wasn't sure if she was dreaming or …
Because of You – By Sofia
“Daddy that’s enough!” said 19 year old Marlena Evans who was trying to avoid her father’s camera "Enough? You must be kidding. It’s not everyday that my two daughters go to college” “Frank, Marlena is right. That’s enough” said Martha Evans taking her daughters side. “She and Sam must leave. Oh I can’t believe that …
Bears, Robbers, And Goodbyes – By Kris
I hold tightly onto the little fingers wrapped around my own as I watch her young face and chubby cheeks closely. She’s looking at an old photograph and I am happy to stand and wait. Well, perhaps I’m not. Standing and waiting means there is time for emotions and discomfort to surface again. Busy …
Before I Turn You On – By GearJamGranny
Marlena had just gotten back from Alice's and was lounging in a robe with a cup of hot tea when John came barging through the door. "Where have you been?" "Hello to you too John." "Don't play with me woman. I asked you a question and I want an answer dammit." He …
Beginning of A Journey – By Missy
It had been a week since the birth of John and Marlena’s beautiful granddaughter and John hadn’t had a single moment to relax from the excitement. When John and Marlena returned home that night, they were so lost in discussion about the days events and Marlena’s progress, that neither one of them realized that Alex …
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