Chapter 1: The Stranger by the Shore

Michelle's POVIt had been eight months since the death of my brother—Sam, yet for no reason the pain crept in uninvited again today.I made my way down to the beach, hoping the sound of the waves might help clear my head, if only for a little while."Take me to the beach," I told the cab driver, my voice barely above a whisper. "Any beach."The Pacific stretched endlessly before me as I stepped down from the car, the setting sun painting the sky in shades of orange and crimson. I picked my way across the sand, dodging joggers and evening surfers. I found a piece of driftwood, faraway from the crowd and sank onto it.I was so lost in the hypnotic pull of the water,and the soft melody in my ears whispering about love and forever, that I didn’t hear the footsteps until they stopped just behind me.“Mind if I sit?”I removed my AirPods and turned to find a man standing a few feet away, hands shoved deep into his pockets. He was tall, with a strong, full frame—not bulky, just solid, lik

Last Updated : 2025-09-06

Chapter 2: My first kiss

Michelle's POVHe chuckled lightly. “Sorry, it’s an involuntary action. Something I do once I get into the car.” I raised an eyebrow, not entirely buying it—but before I could press further, he changed the subject.“So, what’s your name?” he asked casually.“Michelle,” I responded, as my fingers twisted around the hem of my dress.“And you are?” I breathed, still shaking from what just happened.“Ray.” He smiled.“I’ve been here for a while, you know,” he continued. “I saw you sitting alone, staring out at the ocean, detached from everyone else, so I came over to see if maybe being there could help. Even just a little.”“Thank you.” I whispered, touched genuinely by his act of kindness. “Nice to meet you, Michelle,” he said, trying to wave off the sad atmosphere creeping in. He stretched his hand toward the backseat to grab something.I grinned awkwardly. “What’s that?”“Oh, just getting us a drink,” he responded, with gentle reassurance as he reached for the bottle.“Is that… alcoh

Last Updated : 2025-09-06

Chapter 3: Spark we shouldn't have lit

Michelle's POV“I’m sorry, Michelle…” he stuttered. “It’s not—uhmm.” His voice cracked, then he got down from the hood, running a hand through his hair.“I shouldn’t have done that… you don’t deserve this from a stranger. Maybe it’s best if we call it a night,” he said, now facing me, while I sat there still trying to process it all.But as the seconds stretched out, I thought about all the years I’d spent saying no to everything—not because I didn’t want to, but because I was scared of messing up, of stepping out of line, of being seen the wrong way.Before I could second-guess myself, I reached out and grabbed his collar, pulling him toward me. This time, when our lips met, I kissed him back.I leaned into him as his hands found my waist. My hand slipped on the hood and accidentally knocked over the glasses. It fell to the ground, shattering into pieces. But we were too consumed to care, as we kissed more intimately.I wrapped my arms around his neck, and he picked me up gently, wit

Last Updated : 2025-09-06

Chapter 4: More than a Mistake

Ray's POV6:00 AM"What!" I bolted upright, regretting the sudden movement as my head pounded. I buried my face in my hands. She was gone, and I hadn’t even thought to ask where she lived or which college she attended. I started the engine and reversed out of the beach, driving toward my penthouse across town. I couldn't stop thinking about her—the way she'd laughed at my jokes, the surprise in her eyes when she'd tasted alcohol for the first time, the trust she'd placed in me despite being complete strangers.There had been something different about Michelle—her nervous laughter, the way her hands trembled when she first touched the glass. That innocence clung to me now, turning last night into something that felt almost like a crime.I needed to find her, if not for anything, to apologize.As soon as I reached my apartment, I made a mental note to have my personal assistant search all the universities in the state for students named Michelle in nutrition programs. It was a long sh

Last Updated : 2025-09-06

Chapter 5: Twist of fate

Michelle’s POVThree Years LaterIt was around 4:30 p.m. I was rounding up for the day at my new company when my phone beeped. I’m outside — Leo.I smiled at the screen, grabbed my bag, and waved everyone goodnight.There he was, waiting for me, looking effortlessly handsome, his soft brown eyes found me quickly as he leaned casually against his black Benz.“I’ve missed you,” he said as I got close.He wrapped his arms gently around my waist and we kissedI pulled my face away with a light laugh, and we both chuckled.“Shall we, my lady?” He opened the car door with a little bow, and I smiled as I stepped in.We drove quietly, music drifting softly from the car speakers.When we arrived, I gasped.I thought it was just a simple dinner date. I didn’t know Leo had other plans.He had booked and decorated a cozy resort—a quiet place wrapped in fairy lights, rose petals scattered across the ground, with soft music. Lanterns flickered in gold, outlining a dinner table set for two under a

Last Updated : 2025-09-06

All Chapters of Forbidden Love : Chapter 1 - Chapter 5

Chapter 1: The Stranger by the Shore

Chapter 2: My first kiss

Chapter 3: Spark we shouldn't have lit

Chapter 4: More than a Mistake

Chapter 5: Twist of fate