All Chapters of LOVE AND LUST : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

CHAPTER 12SOFIASophia stood in the kitchen with her parents, the aroma of freshly cooked breakfast filling the air. Her mom was expertly flipping pancakes, while her dad was setting the table. Sophia smiled as she cracked eggs into the skillet, feeling grateful for these quiet morning moments with her family. The warmth and love in the kitchen was palpable, and Sophia felt at peace. As she watched her parents work together, she couldn't help but think about her own relationships and the people who brought joy to her life. Little did she know, her thoughts would soon drift to Ethan and the complicated feelings she had for him."Mom, these pancakes look amazing," Sophia said, trying to focus on the present moment. Her mom smiled, her eyes crinkling at the corners. "Thanks, sweetie. I'm glad you're enjoying them. How's your week going so far?" Sophia hesitated for a moment, her thoughts still lingering on Ethan, but she didn't want to burden her mom with her concerns. "It's going well,

CHAPTER 14Sofia came back with the drinks, her hands carrying two glasses filled with colorful liquid. She handed Mira a glass, her eyes scanning the crowd with a smile. The music was pulsating, and the lights were flashing, creating an electric atmosphere that was impossible to resist. She looked around, her gaze searching for Rachel, but she couldn't spot her friend amidst the sea of faces. The crowd was thick, and people were dancing and laughing, making it hard to see beyond a few feet."Where's Rachel?" Sofia asked Mira, her voice raised over the music. Mira pointed to a spot on the dance floor, and Sofia followed her gaze. There, Rachel was laughing and dancing with a group of boys, clearly having the time of her life. Sofia's eyes widened slightly as she took in the scene, a mix of amusement and surprise on her face. Rachel was spinning around, her hair flying around her, and her laughter was infectious, drawing in everyone around her.Sofia handed Mira the drink, and Mira too

CHAPTER 16Mr. Dennis was busy in the kitchen, whipping up a hearty breakfast for his daughter Mira, who was slowly recovering from the traumatic experience she had endured. It had been a few days since the incident, and Mira was finally starting to show signs of improvement. The bruises on her face were fading, and her spirits were lifting. As Mr. Dennis was cracking eggs into a pan, he heard the sound of the front door opening. He wasn't surprised, given the warm relationship they shared with their neighbors, particularly Miss Katy, who had always been a kind and caring presence in their lives.Miss Katy walked into the kitchen, a warm smile on her face. "Good morning, Mr. Dennis! I hope I'm not interrupting anything," she said, her eyes scanning the kitchen, which was filled with the delicious aromas of cooking food. Mr. Dennis smiled back, happy to see her. "Not at all, Miss Katy. Come on in. We're just having breakfast. Mira's been recovering well, and I'm making her favorite scr

CHAPTER 18SOFIASofia was already looking out the window waiting for Ethan to show up ,she had lied to him that she was sick and he had volunteered to come visit her .Suddenly she heard a knock on the door ,she ran downstairs to open it .Sofia's eyes narrowed as she took in the unexpected pair standing at her doorstep. "Ethan, why did you bring Rachel?" she asked, her tone cool.Ethan's expression faltered, but Rachel stepped forward, her eyes flashing with anger. "You think you're the only one who's upset? You promised to visit me, Sofia, and you didn't show up. Now you're mad at Ethan for bringing me?"Sofia's anger simmered, but she bit back a retort, unsure how to navigate this complicated situation.As Sofia stepped aside, Ethan and Rachel entered her home, the soft glow of the living room lights illuminating their faces. The atmosphere was tense, with unspoken words hanging in the air like uninvited guests."Let's talk about this," Sofia said, closing the door behind them, th

CHAPTER 20MIRAMira's fear was palpable as she paced around her empty house. The anonymous message had left her feeling vulnerable and scared. She didn't want to be alone, so she decided to call Ethan and Rachel and ask them to come over. As she waited for them to arrive, Mira's mind wandered to the worst-case scenarios. She tried to shake off the story from her mind and focus on the present moment.When Ethan and Rachel arrived, Mira's face lit up with relief. "Hey, guys. Thanks for coming over," she said, trying to sound calmer than she felt.Ethan noticed the look of fear on her face and asked, "What's going on, Mira? You sounded really scared on the phone."Mira took a deep breath and explained the situation. "I just feel really scared, guys. I don't know what's going on or who sent that message."Rachel and Ethan exchanged a concerned glance, and then Rachel spoke up. "We'll stay with you, Mira. You're not alone."Ethan nodded in agreement. "Yeah, we'll figure this out together.