All Chapters of The Forbidden Affair: The Man I Should Never Have Known: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

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What have I done?

Lana’s povWhat have I done? I kept asking myself over and over again as I grabbed the bed sheets and wrapped them tightly around my naked body. It doesn’t help. I still felt exposed. I was still feeling ashamed of what had happened when I wasn't myself. But I can’t stop myself, I need to hide, even if the truth can’t be hidden. I spot my dress scattered on the floor, the same one I wore last night before I made the worst mistake of my life. I slid it under the covers and my hands were shaking. My eyes searched the room for my underwear and I found it hanging off the lampshade. Of course. As if I needed a reminder of how messy last night was.I was still feeling lightheaded from the alcohol. I stumble twice just trying to put my underwear back on. I nearly fall, trying to be quiet, trying to leave without waking him up. But then I heard him, a low moan from the bed behind me. My breath went up. I grabbed my bra, grabbed my heels, and ran before he could open his eyes and speak. I don’

Last Updated : 2025-04-21

Can I come home, please?

Lana’s povFlashback:I stood still in the middle of the pharmacy, just staring at the shelf full of pregnancy tests. It had been at least ten minutes. My hands were shaking. I had been throwing up for days, my period was nearly two weeks late, and I could barely stay awake. Deep down, I already knew. I was very likely pregnant. But still, I couldn’t bring myself to buy the test. Not yet. Eventually, I picked up a box of First Response and made my way to the checkout, avoiding the cashier’s eyes. The moment I paid, I rushed straight to the bathroom. That test would change everything. Later, I picked up the phone and dialed the only person I felt safe calling, my mum.“Why?” she asked the moment I said I wanted to come home. Of course she’d ask. I hadn’t lived at home since I was eighteen, and that was ten years ago now. I didn’t even live in the same state anymore. Honestly, I liked it that way. The further I ran, the better it felt. But not anymore.“I don’t want to get into it over

Last Updated : 2025-04-21

Tell the truth. Let them decide what to do with it

Lana’s povSix Years LaterThe house was a mess of noise and footsteps, just the way it always was when we had a flight to catch.“Brian! Daisy! Shoes on, now!” I called, stepping over a trail of soft toys and a suspicious patch of spilled juice.They were five going on fifteen, those two. Always in charge, always full of opinions. I loved that about them, how they liked to do everything themselves, but it also meant we were always running late. They came racing down the stairs like a pair of wild puppies, laughing and nudging each other out of the way.“Careful!” I warned. “No wrestling on the stairs. And grab some toast from the counter before we leave!”I grabbed the suitcases and took them out to the car, not caring how gently I dropped them into the boot. We were flying to Gardena City today. It was a special week, the twins’ fifth birthday, and we were spending it with my mum.My old house in Yale has become our home now. After everything that happened, I moved back in and made

Last Updated : 2025-04-21

Will my dad come to the party?

Lana’s povThe wind felt more gentle in Gardena. I did not know why, but as the plane wheels touched the ground, it was like my chest could finally rise and fall without pain. The clouds outside were clearing, but the ones inside me remained. The twins had slept through most of the flight. That was a gift. It meant no more questions. No more sad eyes. No more “why’s.”I had made a mess. One that could not be cleaned with apologies or packed neatly away like our suitcases. Whether I decided to tell Lee or not, someone was going to get hurt.Maybe all of us. Some days, I wished I had been brave enough to face it all back then, when the truth was still fresh and my belly was growing. I could have told the truth, dealt with the fallout, let the world burn around me if it needed to.But that was not what I did. I chose silence. I chose to protect. I chose myself. And if I had to go back... I am ashamed to admit it, but I would probably still make the same choice. Because I was scared. I lo

Last Updated : 2025-04-21

Where is their dad?

Lee’s povI stood in front of my mum’s house, holding a bunch of her favourite flowers in one hand after coming down from my car. I was ready to knock, then surprise her by bringing the flowers out from behind me. But as I stood there, old memories filled my head.My mum, my first love, the one who always stood by me. I remembered asking about my dad when I was little. She looked me in the eye and simply said he left. If she had said he died, maybe it would’ve been easier. Maybe it wouldn’t still hurt like this. What kind of man walks away from his own child? I could never do that. I hate the idea that anyone could.Still caught up in my thoughts, I knocked. The black door opened. I was so deep in my head, I didn’t realise she had been watching me.“What are you thinking?” she asked immediately. Her voice didn’t have its usual warmth.Trying to lift her mood, I brought out the flowers with a small smile. “I got these for you on my way home.”She looked at me, longer than I expected.

Last Updated : 2025-05-02

What are you hiding?

Lee’s PovI didn't know why Brian's face stayed in my mind like that. His eyes reminded me of something I'd lost or maybe never had. As I drove, I gripped the wheel harder than I should, my knuckles pale from the pressure. The road was a blur. My thoughts weren’t with me, they were somewhere else entirely."Is that it? You just want a child to run to you when you get home?" The question came out loud before I could stop myself. I felt ridiculous talking to no one, but it was better than silence. I didn’t have an answer. My mum’s voice slipped back into my mind like an old wound tearing open: “You need a son, Lee. Someone to carry your name. Who’ll inherit all this when you're gone?”That word, ‘inherit’ really pulled me out more than I expected.“I can’t cheat on my wife,” I muttered under my breath. But saying it out loud didn’t stop the memory from breaking through, the one I tried to bury.Six years ago at onne terrible night, I had one terrible choice. Rita and I had fought. I wa

Last Updated : 2025-05-07

You’re leaving this house.

Lana’s PovHe didn’t even recognise me. The moment I saw him standing by the door, memories of that night rushed through my mind like a storm I couldn't stop. And when he looked straight at me and said, “Where’s their dad?” My heart pounded. For a few seconds, I couldn’t breathe. How do I even begin to tell him he is their father? With what courage? What words? I haven’t even told Rita I’m back.This kind of thing happens in films; messy secrets, awkward reunions. I never imagined that this would become my reality. Having these children has brought joy, but also pain and confusion. There’s love, yes… but also fear. How much longer can I keep this up?Brian and Daisy ran off excitedly with the gifts, giggling and tearing through the boxes Lee brought. I stood frozen, like someone who didn’t belong. Then I heard Brian’s voice as he opened one of the presents.“I wish Mr Lee was my dad.”That singular sentence was haunting. And while I was still catching my breath from that, I realised m

Last Updated : 2025-05-09

Why would Mum lie to me?

Lana’s PovSweat covered my body instantly. I didn't jog or even leave my bed. It was just the shock of Rita’s message. Her last words had shaken something deep in me. My phone lay on the floor like it had grown spikes, and I could not bring myself to pick it up or hear her voice again. Why was I like this? Why was I falling apart?The first thought that came to my mind was my mum. She must have told Rita everything. I did not care what she had said to me last night. I stormed straight to her room.I did not knock. If she could go behind my back, then I had no reason to knock on her door. As I pushed it open, she woke up at once. Her boyfriend was lying beside her, both of them looking startled.“How could you tell Rita everything that happened?” I snapped. “You asked me to leave your house, fine. But what gave you the right to tell her? Are you trying to help me or destroy me? This is pure wickedness!”“Me?” She placed a hand on her chest and stood up, her nightgown barely holding to

Last Updated : 2025-05-10

Hypocritic friend

Rita's pov I had a strange feeling all day yesterday. After Lee drove out of the compound, I could not move from my chair at the dining table. My legs felt too heavy, like they knew what I had almost done. Lee had nearly caught me with Gaius, my secret boyfriend. If he had seen us together, my marriage would be over. That was when my mother called. I told her everything, every bit of it. Honestly, her quick thinking helped me escape trouble yesterday. But then, Eleanor called right after. I had no idea it was her until Lee barged into my room without warning. If Gaius had gotten me pregnant, why was I still so nervous? As my mother’s call was about to end, I rushed to speak. “Mom, there is fire on the mountain.” “What do you mean? Does Lee know it was Gaius who called you? I told Eleanor to call and cover up for you. Did you not follow the plan?” “I did. I told him it was a business call from a man. But…” My voice dropped. Guilt was building up inside me. “But what? What happened

Last Updated : 2025-05-11

That little boy…he looks exactly like you.

Lana’s POVIt was taking longer than I thought. We stood in front of my mum’s house, waiting for a taxi that didn’t seem like it would ever come. My mind was made up, I was leaving, and nothing would stop me. But as the clouds shifted and the wind picked up, I started to worry. If we stayed there any longer, I might lose my resolve. I couldn’t risk turning back.“Brian, Daisy, let’s keep walking this way,” I said, pointing ahead. I grabbed our suitcase with one hand and Brian’s hand with the other. The sky was turning darker, like a warning. If it started to rain, I knew my kids would beg me to go back inside. And I wasn’t sure I’d have the strength to say no. Am I doing the right thing? I didn’t let myself answer. I just walked faster.“Brian, you’re walking too fast,” Daisy complained.“It’s not me,” Brian said. “Mum’s pulling me.” He was right. I was dragging him without realizing it. And since he was holding Daisy’s hand, she was getting pulled too.“Mom, where are we going? Can’t

Last Updated : 2025-05-13

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