Forbidden Desire – Episode 8

FORBIDDEN DESIRE 

Forbidden Desire – Episode 8

Tags; Love, friendship, drama , thrilling.

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After lunch, Mirabel and her husband retreated to their room for a nap, though restlessness gnawed at her, fueled by Jimmy’s earlier comment at the dining table.

“What’s troubling you, my dear?” Greg inquired, settling beside her on the bed.

“I can’t shake off what Jimmy said earlier.”

“Are you truly worried? He meant it as a joke.”

“Perhaps you’re right. Susan would never betray me like that. She raised Jimmy to be her son, and there’s no way anything untoward could happen between them; it’s simply unthinkable,” she replied, a shadow of unease crossing her features.

“Don’t dwell on it. That boundary is sacred to them. Susan sees Jimmy as a son, and she would never cross that line.”

“Let’s hope it remains just a joke. The very thought repulses me. Imagining it makes me feel dizzy.” She shuddered, and Greg wrapped his arms around her, pressing a gentle kiss into her hair.

“It won’t happen,” he assured her, and she exhaled deeply, finding comfort in his warmth.

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Back at school, Jimmy and his friends strolled through the bustling corridors, animatedly chatting as they made their way to class.

“Dude, I still can’t believe that woman is your mother’s best friend,” Austin remarked.

“Why not?” Jimmy replied, feigning surprise.

“Because she’s too young to be considered old,” Austin insisted.

“She’s not old; she’s a vibrant, youthful woman,” Jimmy countered.

“Right, no man could resist such beauty. Lucky for me, I might just get a chance with her,” Samuel chimed in, only to receive a playful shove from Jimmy.

“Don’t even think about it; she’s way out of your league,” Jimmy teased.

“You never know, Jimmy. She might be attracted to Samuel, disregarding her age,” Austin added with a mischievous grin.

“That will never happen; she’s off the market,” Jimmy declared confidently.

“Why? I thought she was single,” Austin replied, puzzled.

“Back off, you two!” he warned playfully, just as Taylor approached, standing before them with a frown that blocked their path.

“I need to talk to you,” Taylor said, her tone serious.

“Alright, see you in class,” Samuel said, departing with Austin.

“What’s it?” Jimmy asked.

“You tell me! You went to the festival, right?” she demanded, and Jimmy sighed, feeling the weight of her gaze.

“Yes, I did,” he admitted, and Taylor was surprised.

“So it’s true! You told me you would pass, yet you went behind my back with another girl.”

“I’m sorry I lied about not going to the festival.”

“Are you cheating on me? Who the hell is that slut?” she yelled, drawing the attention of nearby students.

“Can you lower your voice? The lady I went with—” he began, but she interrupted.

“I’ll find her, and she will regret ever being born,” she threatened, turning on her heel and walking away before Jimmy could respond. He sighed, fatigue washing over him like a heavy tide.

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Susan was buried in her work at the office when her personal assistant entered.

“Ma,” she called, prompting Susan to lift her gaze. “It’s time; your flight is ready.”

“Oh, alright. Please get everything prepared; I’ll join you shortly,” Susan replied, and the PA nodded before departing.

Hours later, Jimmy arrived at the company and approached the secretary.

“Good day,” he greeted, receiving a warm smile in return. “I’m here to see your boss.”

“Oh, she’s not here; she left a few hours ago,” the secretary responded politely.

“Oh, when will she be back?” he inquired.

“She’s on a business trip that will last a few days.”

“Ah, I see. Thank you,” he said, turning to leave.

Later that evening, Jimmy lay on his bed at home, clutching his pillow tightly and lost in thought when the door swung open, and Greg entered.

“Hey, son,” he said, moving closer to the bed.

“Hi, Dad.”

“I didn’t see you at dinner. What’s wrong?”

“Nothing; I’m just not hungry.”

“Why? Did something happen at school today?”

“Not really; I’m just not in a happy mood,” Jimmy admitted, and Greg smiled, gently stroking his hair.

“I know you’re worried about something, but when you’re ready to talk, you know I’m always here to listen,” he reassured.

“Thank you, Dad.”

“Alright, son. Good night.”

“Good night, Dad,” Jimmy replied as his father exited, closing the door behind him.

With a deep sigh, Jimmy turned to face the other side of the bed. He reached for his phone on the shelf, scrolling through social media until he stumbled upon Susan’s latest post on Instagram. The photo featured her and a strikingly handsome man, both beaming on what appeared to be a date. After gazing at it for a moment, he switched off the phone and placed it back on the shelf, exhaling deeply while staring blankly at the ceiling.

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John and Rachel’s birthdays drew near. Born on the same month, they had decided to celebrate together, and preparations were in full swing. A select group of guests had been invited, transforming the living room into a splendid venue, replete with an abundance of food and drink. Jimmy had invited his friends, and Taylor had brought along her own entourage.

The atmosphere was vibrant, with cool music wafting through the air. Greg and Maribel were engrossed in conversation with family when Susan entered, cradling two large, beautifully wrapped gifts.

“Sorry, I’m late,” she announced, drawing the attention of everyone in the room. Dressed elegantly, she radiated charm.

“Aunt Susan!” Rachel and John exclaimed in unison, rushing to embrace her, who welcomed them with open arms.

Jimmy, momentarily distracted from his friends, found himself captivated by Susan’s graceful presence. Mirabel approached her, and the two began to chat, their smiles illuminating the room. Susan presented her gifts to the birthday duo before departing with Mirabel to greet other family members.

“That’s the woman we saw with Jimmy at the festival,” Anna remarked, her eyes wide with recognition, and Ruby nodded in agreement.

“Her?” Taylor questioned, surprise evident in her tone.

“Yes, now you see,” Ruby replied, a knowing smile on her lips.

“Who is she?” Taylor wondered aloud, her gaze fixed on Susan, who was animatedly engaging with the guests.

“Wow, dude, I can’t take my eyes off your mother’s friend,” Samuel exclaimed.

“Exactly! She’s too tempting to resist. I might just give older women a chance,” Austin remarked, while Jimmy sighed and took a gulp of his drink.

“Why not have Jimmy introduce you to her? That way, you can find out who she is,” Anna suggested.

“Yeah,” Ruby agreed.

Jimmy continued to gaze in Susan’s direction, sipping his drink as he took in her presence. Susan, breaking away from Mirabel and her family, approached Jimmy and his friends.

“Hey, guys,” she greeted warmly, eliciting smiles in response.

“It’s nice to see you again,” Austin remarked.

“Likewise,” she replied. “How have you all been? How’s school treating you?”

“Stressful,” Samuel admitted, prompting a chuckle from the group.

“I know, it’s always like that, but you’ll get through it,” she encouraged, and they smiled in appreciation.

“When did you return from your trip?” Jimmy inquired.

“Today. I couldn’t bear to miss my cutie’s birthday party,” she answered just as Taylor approached, wrapping her arm around Jimmy with a beaming smile.

“There you are! I was looking for you,” Taylor said, glancing at Jimmy, who offered a strained smile before her eyes shifted to Susan. “Jimmy, who is she? I haven’t seen her before,” she asked, attempting to sound polite.

“Um, this is Aunt Susan, my mom’s best friend,” he explained.

“Oh, good day, ma’am,” Taylor greeted.

“Please, no need for formality. Just call me Susan. You must be Jimmy’s girlfriend?” Susan replied.

“Yes,” Taylor affirmed.

“Wow, you’re beautiful,” Susan complimented.

“I know, right?” Taylor replied with pride. “But you’re not looking bad yourself. Did you come alone? I didn’t see your husband or kids when you walked in. Did they not come?” She watched as Susan smiled.

“No, I’m not married yet,” Susan said, maintaining her cheerful demeanor.

“Oh, I thought…,” Taylor began, but was quickly interrupted.

“Taylor, that’s enough questions,” Jimmy interjected.

“What, babe? I’m just getting to know her, and I’m sure she doesn’t mind,” Taylor responded.

“I don’t, but if you truly want to know more about me, you can ask Jimmy, and he’ll fill you in. Please excuse me and enjoy the party,” Susan said before turning to leave. Jimmy stepped away from her.

“What was that for?” he questioned, irritation creeping into his voice.

“What did I do?” Taylor replied, feigning innocence. With a sigh, Jimmy turned and walked away from them both.