Forbidden Desire – Episode 16

FORBIDDEN DESIRE 

Forbidden Desire – Episode 16

Tags; Love, friendship, drama , thrilling.

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Jimmy and Susan were drifting apart, their calls and texts dwindling until they ceased altogether. The time they once spent together now felt like a distant memory, hidden from the eyes of their family, who remained blissfully unaware of the changes unfolding between them.

Inside Susan, a profound loneliness began to take root, stirring feelings for Jimmy that she desperately tried to suppress.

“You can’t, Susan,” she scolded herself in frustration. “Don’t let this go any further; he is your son. This feeling is forbidden.”

Meanwhile, Jimmy navigated his day, the deep affection he held for Susan growing stronger with each passing moment. He knew he had to maintain a distance, to avoid making things uncomfortable, yet every night, he found himself gazing at her picture on his phone.

In an attempt to escape her thoughts, Susan found herself at the bar, engaging in light conversation with the bartender.

“I didn’t expect to see you here again, especially after your boyfriend came to your rescue that day,” the bartender remarked, prompting a smile from Susan.

“He’s not my boyfriend,” she replied.

“Your husband, then?”

“Neither,” she said, forcing a smile.

“Why not? You two look perfect together. And he’s quite handsome too.”

“I know, but we’re just not meant to be.”

“Why’s that?”

“You wouldn’t understand.”

“Do you love him?” he asked, and Susan hesitated, causing the bartender to smile knowingly. “I guess I have my answer.”

“No, I don’t. It’s just too complicated.”

“Is it because he’s younger and you’re older? Listen, love knows no age; it’s just a number,” he said, watching her take another sip of her drink with a resigned sigh.

“It’s impossible. Besides, we don’t talk anymore or even see each other,” she replied, her voice tinged with sadness.

“I wouldn’t be so sure,” he said, nodding toward the entrance. Susan turned to see Jimmy and his friends entering the club. “He’s cute,” the bartender commented.

Susan’s gaze lingered on Jimmy as their eyes met, but she quickly turned back to her drink, feeling a mix of emotions.

“Is that Aunt Susan?” Austin exclaimed.

“Let’s go say hi,” Samuel suggested.

“No, I don’t think that’s necessary. Let’s sit somewhere else,” Jimmy replied, guiding his friends to a quieter corner of the club where they settled into an empty booth, awaiting the waitress who approached to take their order.

The party thrummed with energy, a swirl of laughter and music filling the air as people danced and chatted. The volume of the music intensified, and soon, a group of ladies approached Jimmy and his friends, eager to join the revelry. Amidst the lively atmosphere, Susan found herself adrift in her own thoughts. With her back turned to Jimmy, she couldn’t help but notice the way the ladies surrounded him, and in an effort to shield herself from the sight, she turned away. Yet, Jimmy couldn’t resist stealing glances at her.

As the night deepened, Susan continued to sip her drinks, the effects of the alcohol beginning to take hold. A young man approached her, a hopeful smile on his face.

“May I have this dance, pretty?” he asked, his tone polite. Susan returned his smile, feeling a flicker of excitement.

“Sure,” she replied, taking his hand as they made their way to the dance floor.

Jimmy watched from a distance, his heart tightening as he saw her twirling with someone younger than himself. He clenched his fists, his jealousy flaring at the sight of their playful movements, the boy taking full advantage of the moment. He realized that Susan was not in the right frame of mind.

“Do you want to go somewhere quiet with me?” the young man whispered, leaning in as they continued to sway to the music.

“Where?” she asked.

“Somewhere private,” he replied, and as the music faded, he grasped her hand and led her away. Jimmy’s heart raced as he wondered where they were headed.

“Um, excuse me,” he called out, rising from his seat and hastily following their path.

He rushed into the corridor but found no trace of them. Making his way toward the restroom, he could faintly hear voices. He opened the first door, finding it empty. Meanwhile, in one of the restrooms, Susan was struggling to free herself from the young man’s grasp as he made unwelcome advances.

“Let go!” she protested, her voice strained.

“Don’t worry, you’re going to love it,” he said, pressing a kiss against her neck, but she fought back fiercely.

Just then, a hand yanked the young man away from her. Before he could comprehend what was happening, a hard punch landed squarely on his face.

“Get out of here!” Jimmy shouted, and the boy fled, panic in his eyes. He turned to Susan, who appeared dazed. Without hesitation, he removed his jacket and draped it over her shoulders.

“Let go! I told you not to touch me,” she insisted, still shaken.

“Relax, it’s me,” he reassured her, gently guiding her out of the restroom. He turned on the sink and splashed cool water on her face, hoping to bring her back to her senses.

“Stop!” she yelled, but he paused.

“Aunt Susan,” he said softly, and she lifted her gaze to meet his. “Are you okay?” he asked, relief flooding through him as she managed a warm smile.

“You look handsome,” she said, cupping his face tenderly.

“Aunt Susan…” he began, swallowing hard as she leaned in closer.

The air between them crackled with unspoken tension, neither willing to retreat. Slowly, Susan leaned in, and their lips met in a gentle collision. Jimmy’s eyes widened in surprise, his mind racing to comprehend the moment unfolding before him. But just as quickly, she pulled away, fatigue overtaking her as she succumbed to sleep against him. He was quick to catch her, his heart pounding in his chest as he held her close.

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The following morning, Susan stirred awake, her eyelids fluttering open slowly. As her vision cleared, she noticed someone beside her. With a moment’s hesitation, she closed her eyes again, only to reopen them and find Jimmy’s familiar face gazing back at her. A wave of surprise washed over her as she realized they were curled up together on the bed.

In a flurry, she sprang from the bed, her mind still foggy with confusion. Jimmy blinked awake, his eyes meeting hers as she scrambled to gather her thoughts.

“Good morning, Aunt Susan,” he greeted her gently.

Susan hesitated, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment as she avoided his gaze. “Please leave,” she muttered, still not looking at him.

“Uh…,” he began, but she cut him off.

“Now!” she shouted, her voice sharp.

With a resigned sigh, Jimmy rose from the bed, grabbed his phone from the shelf, slipped on his shoes, and walked out without a backward glance or farewell. Alone in the room, Susan exhaled deeply, trying to piece together the fragments of the night before. Just then, her cell phone rang, jolting her from her thoughts. Glancing at the caller ID, she answered it.

“Hello, Doctor,” she said, pausing for a moment to listen. “Okay, thank you very much. We’ll proceed in two days. Thank you.” With that, she hung up and headed to the bathroom.

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**At Greg’s House**

Jimmy arrived home, stepping inside to find the somber expressions etched on everyone’s faces, except for his mother, who looked furious.

“Um, what’s going on?” he asked, glancing around in confusion. Mirabel shot him an angry glare as she stood up.

“Mom, what—” he began, but was abruptly silenced by a sharp slap across his face that left everyone in shock.

“Mom!” Rachel exclaimed, her voice filled with concern.

“How dare you!” his mother yelled, tears welling in her eyes.

“Mom, what’s happening?” Jimmy asked, bewildered.

“How could you do this? Why?” she cried, snatching a stack of photographs from the table and thrusting them toward him. “Explain this!”

His heart raced as he stared down at the photos scattered on the floor. One by one, he picked them up, horror washing over him as the reality of their content sank in.