Chapter 83: A happy family

Mark and Alison emerged from their Alison playfully rolled her eyes. "Oh, please. "You're just saying that because I'm your meal ticket now." Mark chuckled. "Well, I wouldn't mind being your kept man." The couple laughed and continued to joke around, enjoying the playful banter between them. As they lay there, Mark couldn't help but feel grateful for the life he had with Alison. They had been through so much together and came out stronger each time. "You know, I never imagined my life would turn out like this," Mark said, breaking the comfortable silence. Alison turned to him with a curious look on her face. "What do you mean?" "I mean, I never thought I would find someone like you. Someone who completes me in every way. Someone loves me for who I am, flaws and all." Alison's eyes softened as she reached out to stroke his cheek. "I feel the same way, Mark. You are my everything." The couple shared a loving kiss, their hearts overflowing with love and gratitude f