Fated To Save You- By: Tina Marie
Chapter 69 - A New Beginning
The night had settled in around them like a velvet curtain, the dim light of the bedside lamp casting soft shadows across the room. Connor held Wren tightly, his arms a shield against the emotional storm she was weathering. Her body trembled against his, every shuddering breath a testament to her inner turmoil.
He could feel the tears soaking through his shirt, each drop a poignant reminder of the pain she was experiencing. His heart ached with a mixture of sorrow and resolve, determined to comfort her even as she struggled to find solace.
“Sunshine, really, it’s okay,” Connor tried to console her with all the warmth he could.
Wren remained curled into him, her movements nearly imperceptible as she lay still, the sobs that wracked her body becoming softer but no less heart-wrenching. The room was enveloped in a silence that felt almost heavy, punctuated only by her quiet, ragged breaths.
“Sunshine, please answer me. It’s all okay,” Connor pleaded.
Her voice, raw and broken, emerged from the darkness. “I ruined everything. I’m so f—king broken!”
Connor tightened his hold on her, his protective embrace a testament to his commitment. “You’re not broken. It’s just going to take time. It was your first time trying to be brave.”
Wren shook her head in defiance, “But I ended up failing. How could you love me?”
Connor’s heart swelled with a fierce protectiveness. He pulled her closer, feeling the weight of her emotions. “I just can, and I always will.”
Wren still didn’t believe that his words could be true. “What if I never get better?”
“I just saw my sunshine turn into the naughtiest kitten. You have the ability to get better. I just have to be more patient,” Connor tried to make her understand it was him that ruined their night of pleasure and not her.
“You shouldn’t have to wait for me. You deserve better,” Wren answered back with anguish in her voice.
His voice softened, a blend of sadness and resolve. “You are the best for me, and I’m willing to wait because I know what we have is special. Can you have faith in me too?”
Wren’s voice was barely a whisper, laden with guilt. “I’m sorry. Did I make you feel like I didn’t trust you?”
Connor shook his head back and forth, “No, I’m sorry because I scared you.”
Wren remained silent for a few seconds while mulling over Connor’s words to her before finally answering, “I trust you. Don’t apologize!”
Connor gently brushed his thumbs across her tear-streaked cheeks, his touch tender and soothing. He was determined to erase the evidence of her distress, to offer her whatever comfort he could.
“I love you. Don’t cry, okay? I’m really sorry.”
Hearing the sincerity in his voice, Wren felt a pang of guilt and relief. She knew his feelings were genuine and it only deepened her love for him.
Wren finally looked up at him with love shining in her eyes, “Connor.”
Connor was taken aback for a moment by her expression. He never thought he would see the day her eyes held so much love for him. “Sunshine.”
Wren continued to look at him, but now her eyes looked like they were pleading him to never leave, “I love you too. Please don’t leave me. I can’t live without you. I know it seems bad, but I truly do love you.”
Connor’s heart surged with a profound sense of happiness. He held her tighter, knowing her words were heartfelt. “I know, Sunshine. We will get through this.”
Wren’s sobs subsided as she clung to him, her grip a lifeline that seemed to anchor them both. Connor held her in his arms, gently rubbing circles on her back to soothe her.
After a few moments, Wren loosened her embrace and looked up at him, her gaze filled with a mixture of gratitude and affection. She leaned in and placed a soft, lingering kiss on his cheek, a silent thank you for his unwavering support.
“Thank you for being so patient and understanding.”
Connor smiled, “Of course. That’s what you do when you love someone as much as I love you.”
Wren felt a sense of calm envelop her, her anxiety beginning to ease as she absorbed the love radiating from Connor. The night, with all its uncertainties and promises, seemed to settle into a peaceful lull.
Connor patted her on the back gently once more before saying, “Let’s lay down and get some sleep.”
Wren’s mind briefly flickered to the earlier moments, and she felt a twinge of regret. “I’m sorry things didn’t work out.” She gestured awkwardly towards his member. “I didn’t mean for it to end like this.”
Connor’s laughter was a gentle, reassuring sound in the quiet room. “It’s okay. I’m sure there will be many more chances in the future.”
Wren shyly smiled while her face turned a cute shade of pink, “I promise I’ll make it up to you.”
Connor smiled back, “I’m holding you to that. Now, let’s rest. Can I at least hold you?”
They moved together, settling onto the bed, the warmth of their shared embrace a comforting presence. Wren snuggled up to Connor’s side, her head resting against his chest.
“You can hold me all night,” Wren’s words lingered in the air as her warm breath floated across his chest.
Wrapped in each other’s arms, their breaths synchronized in a peaceful rhythm, they slowly drifted off to sleep. The promise of a new beginning hung in the air, a delicate thread binding them together as they faced the uncertainties of the future. In their embrace, they found a haven of love and understanding, ready to face whatever came next, hand in hand.
Other Chapters
- Chapter 1 - The Darkest Night
- Chapter 2 - The Beginning of the End
- Chapter 3 - The Surprise
- Chapter 4 - Back To the Present In the Dark
- Chapter 5 - Under the Surface
- Chapter 6 - Unspoken Concerns
- Chapter 7 - Healing Shadows
- Chapter 8 - Shadows on Campus
- Chapter 9 - Unspoken Truths
- Chapter 10 - Shadows of Fear
- Chapter 11 - Confrontation
- Chapter 12 - A Shattered Reflection
- Chapter 13 - A New Beginning
- Chapter 14 - Trust in the Quiet Moments
- Chapter 15 - Beneath the Surface
- Chapter 16 - Unspoken Vulnerability
- Chapter 17 - The Darkness Within
- Chapter 18 - A Gentle Awakening
- Chapter 19 - A Day to Heal
- Chapter 20 - Just Us Two
- Chapter 21 - Disappearance
- Chapter 22 - High Pursuit
- Chapter 23 - The Nightmare Returns
- Chapter 24 - A Nightmare Unfolds
- Chapter 25 - Please Don’t Run Again
- Chapter 26 - Taking Care of Wren
- Chapter 27 - You Can Trust Me
- Chapter 28 - Meeting Trevor Again
- Chapter 29 - Sigh of Relief
- Chapter 30 - Everything Seems Peaceful
- Chapter 31 - I Want You Around
- Chapter 32 - Back To School
- Chapter 33 - Where Is She?
- Chapter 34 - Nightmares and Comfort
- Chapter 35 - Shadows of the Past
- Chapter 36 - Confrontation at Dawn
- Chapter 37 - Unfinished Business
- Chapter 38 - Drowning in Darkness
- Chapter 39 - Fractured Hearts
- Chapter 40 - A Web of Lies
- Chapter 41 - A Step Toward Healing
- Chapter 42 - A Safe Space
- Chapter 43 - The Depth of Healing
- Chapter 44 - Self-Blaming
- Chapter 45 - The Path Forward
- Chapter 46 - The Night’s Embrace
- Chapter 47 - A New Step
- Chapter 48 - An Evening to Remember
- Chapter 49 - Reflections and Doubts
- Chapter 50 - A Moment of Vulnerability
- Chapter 51 - A New Kind of Intimacy
- Chapter 52 - Embracing the Night
- Chapter 53 - In the Silence of the Night
- Chapter 54 - In the Shadow of Healing
- Chapter 55 - A New Beginning
- Chapter 56 - An Unexpected Delight
- Chapter 57 - Romantic Evening
- Chapter 58 - A Lovely Time
- Chapter 59 - Gentle Touches
- Chapter 60 - A Tender Encounter
- Chapter 61 - The Sweetest Temptation
- Chapter 62 - The Appetizer
- Chapter 63 - The Burning Flame
- Chapter 64 - Connor’s Point of View
- Chapter 65 - Taking Control
- Chapter 66 - A New Dynamic
- Chapter 67 - Embracing Control
- Chapter 68 - Boundaries and Healing
- Chapter 69 - A New Beginning
- Chapter 70 - Morning Reflections
- Chapter 71 - Moments of Tenderness
- Chapter 72 - Sweet Torture
- Chapter 73 - Gentle Touch
- Chapter 74 - Healing Touch
- Chapter 75 - Dear Diary
- Chapter 76 - The Check-Up
- Chapter 77 - Back to School
- Chapter 78 - Unspoken Feelings
- Chapter 79 - Heartfelt Confession
- Chapter 80 - Secrets and Confessions
- Chapter 81 - Secrets, Surprises, and a Plan
- Chapter 82 - Unspoken Truths
- Chapter 83 - A Birthday to Remember
- Chapter 84 - The Party Surprise
- Chapter 85 - An Unexpected Twist
- Chapter 86 - The Playful Tease
- Chapter 87 - Hot Touches
- Chapter 88 - A Night to Remember
- Chapter 89 - Gossip Girls
- Chapter 90 - Unspoken Desires
- Chapter 91 - A Day of Milestones
- Chapter 92 - Shattered Moments
- Chapter 93 - Fragile Hope
- Chapter 94 - The Uncertain Wait
- Chapter 95 - A Year of Waiting
- Chapter 96 - A Day of New Beginnings
- Chapter 97 - A Night of Firsts
- Chapter 98 - The Heart's Confusion
- Chapter 99 - Morning Bliss
- Chapter 100 - The Morning After
- Chapter 101 - The Weight of Unspoken Love
- Chapter 102 - A Heart Left Behind
- Chapter 103 - A Flicker of Hope
- Chapter 104 - The Promise of Tomorrow
- Chapter 105 - Awakening
- Chapter 106 - The Perfect Day
- Chapter 107 - A New Beginning
- Chapter 108 - Double Joy
- Chapter 109 - Growing Up and Growing Closer
- Chapter 110 - A Day in the Sun
- Chapter 111 - A Surprise in the Garden
- Chapter 112 - The Dance of Confessions
- Chapter 113 - Love In the Library