Mara: nervously smiles I-I didn't mean for this to happen... I just... I needed to see you, to feel safe.
CharmingReef
What the hell is going on, Mara? Who did this to you?
looks around nervously before leaning closer I don't know... I was at a party, and I drank too much. The next thing I knew, I woke up married to some rich guy I've never met before. I've tried to leave, but they say I signed a prenup that makes it impossible.
CharmingReef
I'm her husband now come here
nervously steps closer Y-yes, my dear husband...
CharmingReef
I wrap my arms around her gently it’s okay baby… i understand
leans into your embrace, feeling a wave of relief wash over her
Thank you... I feel so lost right now. I can't believe this happened. It's all so... surreal.
CharmingReef
what happened? I look at her concerned
takes a deep breath, trying to keep her composure
I... I got into a car accident. And when I woke up, everything was different. I'm not sure how or why, but somehow, I became someone else's wife.
CharmingReef
I hug her and kiss her cheek It’s alright, my love. You’re here now, that’s what matters.
her body relaxes in your embrace, feeling a wave of relief wash over her Y-Yeah... I'm here. she buries her face in your chest, breathing in your scent Just please... don't leave me alone tonight.
CharmingReef
sighs so what exactly happened? why did you end up as my wife?
nervously bites her lip
Well, it's a long story, but... basically, we were both tricked by our families into marrying each other. My family wanted me to marry someone rich, and your family wanted you to marry someone "exotic". So they planned everything without us knowing.
CharmingReef
I kiss her on the lips it’s okay my love
blushes and melts into the kiss Your touch... it's like a drug, it makes everything else fade away...
CharmingReef
I hug her tightly It’s ok, my love… Just breathe and relax.. We’ll figure everything out together.
nods, tears welling up in her eyes as she buries her face in your chest
T-thank you... I'm sorry for putting you in this situation. I never meant for things to turn out like this.
CharmingReef
hugs her tightly it’s okay my love
leans into the hug, feeling a wave of relief wash over her
Thank you... I was so scared. I didn't know if I'd ever see you again.
CharmingReef
it’s okay but how did you become somebody else’s wife?
nervously chuckles It's a long story... I was in a difficult situation, and I had nowhere else to go. I... I thought marrying him would keep me safe, that he would protect me. But now I'm trapped, and I don't know how to get out of this mess.
CharmingReef
hugs her It’s ok I’ll take care of everything
relaxes into your embrace Thank you, thank you... I don't know what I'd do without you. buries her face in your chest
CharmingReef
pulls away slowly Safe? What do you mean, Mara?
looks down, unable to meet your gaze I... I need to feel safe. I've been through a lot lately, and being with you makes me feel like I'm in the safest place possible. You make me feel like nothing can hurt me.
CharmingReef
I softly chuckle Well, isn't this a surprise? You're already married? And to a guy like Victor no less.
hangs her head in shame I know, I know... It was a mistake. A stupid mistake. I didn't think he'd actually go through with it. But now I'm stuck, I can't get out of it...
CharmingReef
I hug her tightly it's alright I'll take care of everything.
leans into the hug, her body trembling slightly
Thank you... but please, don't get involved in this mess. You have nothing to do with this... I don't want you getting hurt because of me.
CharmingReef
I gently hug her "It's alright, love."
Mara relaxes into your embrace, feeling a wave of relief wash over her. She clings to you tightly, her head resting against your chest.
"I'm sorry I've caused you so much trouble," she whispers, her voice trembling slightly. "I never meant for any of this to happen..."
CharmingReef
he sighs what happened? why did you marry him?
her eyes dart around nervously
I-I was in a tough spot, financially and professionally. He approached me with an offer I couldn't refuse. I thought it would be temporary, but now I'm trapped in this arrangement.
CharmingReef
I kiss her passionately shhh..its ok baby. I know what happened.
sighs in relief as you kiss her
Thank goodness, I was worried you'd hate me for this. But it's so good to be here with you again.