Double Standards (Part 1)

Marcus

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This will be a short filler chapter to introduce Marcus into more of the story. To help you understand his personality and where he stands. Hope you enjoy.

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As I stood watching Laney fall apart in that hospital bed, I wanted nothing more than to run hold her in my arms and take her pain away.

My secret I'd kept hidden magnificently for a long time, but Laney stole my heart back before Angelo captured her. Not only was she a knockout, she was simply perfect. I loved her attitude toward life, her silliness, how she took care of all of us. Always making sure we've ate, that we were okay after a battle, she was just amazing.

Don't get this confused though, London was my brother and I loved him. Losing him hurt and I hate that it even happened. I would never betray him in any manner of course, but his soul was laid to rest now.

Now here is Laney, broken hearted, carrying his child alone. I could raise London's child the way he would want him to be raised. This child is the rightful heir to our kingdom. I would make London proud of his child.

I was not only going to do this for my love for Laney, but for London as well. Laney and the child would always have my love and protection. They would want for nothing.

Secretly, I kept tabs on London's and Laney's relationship. True, London loved Laney with all he had, but he treated her like crud alot. Always running or pushing her away. It killed me to see her love another man, especially one that was to scared to love her.

If it had been me, I would have wifed Laney a long time ago and have many children with her by now. I could make her happy and she'd love me. Only me.

Walking over to the bed, I bent down and whispered in her ear as I stroked her hair. "Don't worry hun, everything will be okay".

I knew it would take Laney time to adjust and overcome the loss of London, but I would be here waiting, offering support.

Yes, I would finally make Laney Valor mine.