My Love Until the Last Goodbye by Alut

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“I told you, we’re not going home,” Marcus said curtly. “You and I are far from fine. We’re not going anywhere until we deal with this.”

After several tense minutes on the road, Marcus and Valerie arrived at the St. Regis Eterna. Marcus had already reserved a suite. Going home wasn’t an option–not after the events of the day. He had already scared Serenity with his behavior; he wouldn’t risk the same happening with John.

As they stepped out of the car, Valerie caught sight of the hotel and felt a small wave of relief. A public place meant Marcus was more likely to restrain himself. Heated arguments didn’t go unnoticed in places like this.

“Let’s go,” Marcus said curtly, helping her out of the car.

Valerie noticed his grip was less forceful now, and as they entered the hotel, his demeanor seemed to shift slightly. He held her hand as they walked to the front desk, retrieved the key, and headed to the suite. The room was beautiful, as always when Marcus made reservations.

Once inside, Valerie hesitated. Marcus seemed calmer now, removing his jacket and tie, rolling up the sleeves of his shirt. He poured himself a drink, then poured her a glass of wine and handed it to her.

“Marcus, I don’t feel like drinking tonight,” Valerie said softly, her exhaustion clear. “I just want to take a bath and go to bed.”

“We had a bad day, Valerie. Tomorrow we’ll talk when we’re calmer, but tonight I

I-“Valerie began, her voice tinged with

had never seen this side of him before. The Marcus she knew had always been composed, caring, and steady. This man in front of her was someone

dropping, though the tension in it remained. “Like you were with Maximus, just talking. Isn’t that what you said?” He downed his drink in one gulp, his

to defiant. She knew Marcus was upset–he had every right to be–but this was no way to resolve things. She decided not to

up to her, grabbing her from behind and forcing her onto the bed.

then I know something else we can do,” Marcus said, his

She cried as he kissed her exposed skin, his touch rough

Valerie pleaded

him with all her strength, sending him tumbling off the bed and onto the floor. Scrambling to her feet, she grabbed her clothes and bolted for the bathroom. Shaking, she dressed quickly and grabbed a vase, ready to defend herself if Marcus tried to stop her when she came out.

Marcus was standing by the window, now fully dressed, his back to her. He turned slowly to face her, his expression

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