The End of a Marriage (Colette and Matheo) novel Chapter 281

The End Of a Marriage

Chapter 281

She had dreamed of a wedding her whole life. Not just a dress or a

venue but the feeling of it–the joy, the anticipation, the once–in–a-

lifetime moment when she would stand in front of the man she loved,

surrounded by family and friends, and vow to spend forever with him.

But Graham had stolen that moment from her without hesitation,

without consideration. Because he had decided three days was

enough. He had decided there was no need for fanfare. He had

decided this was how things would go.

And Graham Lancaster’s decisions were final.

He stood there, his expression cool and composed, as if the matter had already been settled and any objections would be pointless. There was no softness in his gaze, no hesitation in his voice. He

didn’t ask her what she wanted. He didn’t even pretend to.

But at least Graham was excited.

And wasn’t that supposed to mean something?

He wanted to marry her. Quickly. That had to be a good thing, didn’t it? A sign that he couldn’t wait to have her, that he was eager to make

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her his. Surely, it meant that this marriage–though decided for her

rather than with her–was going to work.

So what if there wouldn’t be a grand wedding? What did it matter if

there was no celebration, no dreamy white dress, no extravagant

details that other women spent months obsessing over?

Isla was half–asleep, drifting in and out of dreams, exhaustion from

the day weighing heavily on her. The whirlwind of events–Graham’s

announcement, the hushed reactions of the staff, and her own silent

turmoil–had drained her completely. She had barely changed into

her nightclothes before collapsing onto her small bed, seeking the

comfort of sleep to quiet her restless mind.

But then–something shifted.

A presence. A weight pressing down beside her.

Before she could fully wake, a strong hand covered her mouth,

muffling the startled gasp that threatened to escape. Her heart leapt

into her throat, her body stiffening beneath the unexpected touch.

But before fear could take hold, she felt the familiar warmth, the

unmistakable scent of him–Graham.

His broad frame barely fit on the small mattress, his body enveloping

hers as he leaned in closer, his voice a low whisper in the dim light.

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“Shh…” He hushed her softly, his finger pressing lightly against her

lips before he withdrew his hand.

Her breathing was uneven, her mind racing to catch up, but before

she could say a word, he silenced her in a way that made the air

between them crackle–his lips covering hers in a slow, deliberate

kiss.

“Don’t scream the house down, darling,” he murmured against her

lips, his voice thick with amusement. “I think some of the staff are

still awake.”

Isla’s breath hitched as Graham’s lips crashed down on hers, his kiss

fierce and demanding, leaving no room for hesitation. His tongue

swept into her mouth, claiming her with a hunger that made her head

spin. The sensation was electric, his tongue sliding against hers in a

slow, deliberate rhythm that sent shivers of pleasure coursing

through her. She moaned into his mouth, the sound muffled but filled

with need, her hands gripping his shoulders as she tried to steady

herself.

But Graham wasn’t content with just kissing her. His hands, bold and

unyielding, moved with purpose, leaving no doubt about what he

wanted. With no preamble, no gentle exploration, his fingers found

her breasts, his touch firm and insistent. He teased her nipples

through the fabric of her blouse, pinching and rolling them between

his fingers until they hardened into tight, sensitive peaks. Isla

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gasped, her back arching as pleasure shot through her, her body

responding instantly to his touch.

He wasn’t gentle like he had been last night. There was no hesitation,

no tenderness–just raw, unrelenting desire. His fingers tugged at her

nipples, sending sparks of pleasure radiating through her, and she

cried out, the sound a mix of surprise and ecstasy. But Graham didn’t

stop. He seemed driven by a need to see her unravel, to push her to

the edge and beyond.

When he was satisfied with the results, he changed positions, his

mouth replacing his hands on her breasts. He pulled her blouse aside,

his lips finding her hardened nipples with unerring precision. His

tongue flicked over one peak, teasing it before he took it into his

mouth, sucking hard enough to make her cry out. The sensation was

overwhelming, a mix of pleasure and pain that left her trembling. His

teeth grazed her sensitive flesh, sending a jolt of electricity straight

to her core, and she gasped, her fingers tangling in his hair as she

held him to her.

“Graham…” she moaned, her voice trembling with need, but he

shushed her, his lips moving to her other breast, giving it the same

attention. His hands roamed her body, exploring every curve, every

inch of her, as if he couldn’t get enough. She felt consumed by him,

by his touch, his taste, his scent, and she never wanted it to end.

But Graham had other plans. He pulled back slightly, his eyes dark

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with desire as he looked down at her. “Spread your legs for me,

honey,” he murmured, his voice low and rough, sending a shiver down

her spine.

Isla’s breath caught in her throat, her heart pounding as she

hesitated for just a moment. But the look in his eyes, the intensity of

his desire, left no room for doubt. Slowly, she obeyed, her legs parting

for him, her body trembling with anticipation.

Graham’s gaze bûrned into her, his hands moving to her thighs, his

touch firm as he pushed them further apart. “That’s it,” he said, his

voice a low growl that made her pulse race. “Let me see you.”

She felt exposed, vulnerable, but also incredibly aroused. The way he

looked at her, the way his hands moved over her body, left no doubt

about what he wanted, and she wanted it too. She wanted him to

touch her, to claim her, to make her his in every way.

And as he leaned in, his lips brushing against her inner thigh, she

knew that this was just the beginning. The heat between them was

undeniable, the passion consuming, and she was ready to lose herself

in it, in him.

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