In This Life
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Their breaths were now mingling, and Jimmy waited with anticipation, letting his friend take over as he pulled him in slowly. As soon as their lips touched, Jimmy felt a delicious shiver run up his spine, causing him to close his eyes at the feeling. The soft lips felt nice against his own, moving gently and slowly before pulling away, the two of them opened their eyes and stared at each other.
“That was your first kiss...” Grian said with an amused tone, and the blonde blushed furiously at his friend’s obvious comment.For almost two decades, childhood friends Grian, Joel, and Jimmy have been inseparable. Despite their occasional bickering, their bond remains unbreakable. Together, they navigate life's challenges, supporting each other through thick and thin. But when they decide to push past the limit of their friendship and explore romantic feelings for each other, will it negatively affect them? Can they navigate their unconventional relationship while facing the interference of those around them, testing the strength of their bond like never before?
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- Part 1 of In This Life
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“I cannot believe we had such a gem hidden away in the wrong department this whole time.” Scott sincerely confessed.
“And I still can’t believe that the head of the Character Department is actually this sexy.” Martyn gave him a sly smile, his voice turned deep and suggestive.
“Oh my! Well thank you.” Scott’s mood suddenly changed, his voice took on a sweeter tone. “I hope I don’t become too much of a distraction for you.”
*Set in a modern AU
When Martyn had agreed to be transferred to the Character Design Department, he never expected to develop feelings for his coworker so quickly. It was no secret that Scott was attractive, charming and a big flirt but what Martyn hadn’t anticipated was how entranced and captivated he became the more time they spent together. With the encouragement from his friends, Martyn decides to pursue a romantic relationship, hoping to finally experience the love he had been searching for all these years. Now the only problem is, can Martyn get someone as unattainable as Scott to fall in love with him?Series
- Part 2 of In This Life
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Over their twenty-month relationship, Cleo had shown Pearl she was more than capable of keeping her promise and that Pearl had nothing to fear.
“You will love me no matter what? Even when you find out who I really am?” Pearl’s tear-strained voice still echoed in her memories from that night when they spoke about their love for each other.
“I will love Pearl no matter what,” confessed Cleo, “Even if she keeps changing or evolving, I will love her for who she is.” That promise was etched into her soul.From the moment Cleo laid eyes on Pearl, something about her captivated Cleo – be it her beautiful smile, enchanting laugh, or the overall happiness emanating from her being. Perhaps it was her unmatched love for her friends that always surrounded her, willing to go to any lengths for them. Despite nearly two years of dating, Cleo still finds herself unable to decipher what it is that continues to call out to her from within Pearl’s essence. While she believed she knew her girlfriend completely, a lingering feeling persists that something remains concealed in the depths, hidden behind the very smile she adores.
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- Part 3 of In This Life
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“Love you, babes.” Grian snuggled his face into Jimmy’s chest, sighing with contentment when Joel extended his hand to place it over his back and caress him.
“Love you,” both Jimmy and Joel replied, their voices tired as they allowed themselves to give in to sleep. The warm, comforting feel of each other’s body heat and loving affection enveloped them, reassuring them of the eternal happiness awaiting. Regardless of what came their way, their love would remain strong and fierce, determined to show the world how, together, they could overcome anything.
Following the events of 'Thrice The Love,' Jimmy, Joel, and Grian find themselves reveling in the depth of their evolving romance. Navigating life's trials with openness and vulnerability, they lean on cherished friends for support and guidance. Together, they reaffirm their commitment to each other and the enduring power of friendship. As they approach a joyous celebration, surrounded by loved ones, they embrace a journey filled with laughter, love, and the enduring quest for happiness.
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- Part 4 of In This Life
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“My love… dinner is ready… ” Scott’s voice was soft, sweet, though his half-lidded eyes and breathless tone betrayed his words.
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… aren’t you hungry…?” His breath hitched, but he still tried to protest, his fingers twitching against Martyn’s broad back.“I am hungry…” His voice was thick with desire, each word dripping with promise. “I’m starving for you.” Scott’s breath caught in his throat. “And I’m going to devour you right here… right now.”
It has been a year since Scott and Martyn shared their first date, first kiss, and the moment that changed everything—a single day that became the foundation of a love neither had known. Now, as they embrace the fierce passion they once longed for, Martyn faces a past he thought he left behind. With his music flourishing, his role at EpicLife evolving, and Scott’s endless love beside him, he steps forward—toward a future built on resilience, healing, and a love that will last for eternity.
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- Part 5 of In This Life