Posts by Anni Marrie

The Warmth of the BearRafo was a man of imposing presence, a true bear with a soft heart and a body that radiated a natural, intoxicating heat. As he lay…

The Night Watchman's SecretAt eighteen, Julian felt like he was living a double life. By day, he was a quiet youth in Antofagasta, Chile; by night, he was the sole…

Private Lessons with Professor SantiagoI had always found my tutoring sessions with Professor Santiago to be a tedious chore, or so I told myself. In reality, it was difficult to…

The Substitute's SecretLeo had always been a quiet student, blending into the background of his senior year. That changed the moment Adrian arrived. The substitute carpentry teacher was a vision…

The Star Player's SecretFor years, I had been the invisible ghost of the baseball diamond. As my father's assistant, I spent my weekends hauling coolers and organizing the locker room,…

The Security Guard's ReturnCristian had always enjoyed the power dynamics of his former workplace. As a manager at a security firm, he had been the center of attention for many…

A Secret Summer NightThe house was unusually quiet with our parents away for the weekend. My cousin Oscar and I had spent the evening catching up on school and life,…

Secrets Between Best FriendsFor eight years, Pedro had been the center of my world. He was everything I admired: tall, lean, and possessed a natural charm that drew everyone toward…

The Secret of the GroveThe air was thick with the scent of pine and damp earth as I parked my car far from the main road. I had come to…