All Chapters of FORBIDDEN FLAMES ;Touch Me Like A Sin: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

73 Chapters

Chapter 21: Stolen Moments

The next morning felt different not in a dramatic world-shifting way but in small, quiet details that made my chest feel warm and full I woke up in my own bed, the faint scent of Jayden’s cologne still clinging to my pillow from where he’d held me the night before. My body wasn't aching that much again I stretched carefully, smiling into the sunlight spilling across my room.Downstairs, the kitchen smelled like fresh coffee and pancakes mom was humming while flipping them, Dad reading the newspaper at the table, and Marbel scrolling through her phone. Jayden was already there, leaning against the counter with a mug in his hand. When our eyes met, he gave me the smallest nod — nothing obvious, but enough to make my stomach flutter.“Morning, sleepyhead,” Mom said brightly, sliding a plate toward me. “You look well-rested did you sleep okay?”“Yeah,” I replied, sitting down carefully. “Really well, actually.”Jayden’s lips twitched like he was fighting a smirk. I kicked him lightly u

Chapter 32:Closer Than We Should Be

Weeks slipped by in the sweetest blur I’d ever known our closeness had grown stronger, almost dangerously so. Jayden no longer kept his distance at school he’d walk with me in the hallways sometimes, sit near me during free periods, and even check on me between classes. His friends started noticing, Nico would raise an eyebrow whenever Jayden ditched them to come sit with us, but they just shrugged it off. “Brothers are supposed to look out for each other,” Roy said once with a laugh if only they knew how deep that “looking out” had become.People at school were talking too every time Jayden walked into our classroom to drop something off or wait for me, heads turned girls whispered behind their hands about how unfairly good he looked in his uniform,some even gossiped that he was there to ask Kylie out. When she heard that rumor, she laughed so hard she nearly cried.“Me? With Jayden?” she wheezed, clutching her stomach. “They wish!”The rumors didn’t bother me if anything, they mad

Chapter 34: Family Ties and Hidden Cracks

The next day after school, the house felt alive in that warm, familiar way I’d missed our parents had declared it a family night — no school the following day, so why not catch up properly? Everyone quickly agreed,well, almost everyone.Jayden leaned back on the couch with a lazy grin. “Wouldn’t it be easier if we just played video games?”Marbel immediately kicked his leg. “No way we’re actually talking tonight, you gamer addict.”Mom laughed and brought out a tray of snacks — crispy spring rolls, sweet pastries, and fresh fruit arranged beautifully. The smell alone made my mouth water we settled in the living room, the soft glow of the lamps creating a cozy bubble around us for a moment, everything felt perfect.“Mum, these are incredible,” Marbel said, reaching for another spring roll. “Where did you get them? I need this as my official go-to snack.”“Dad brought them from his last trip to Japan,” Mom replied proudly. “He knows how to spoil us.”Dad winked at her, then turned to m

Chapter 34: Fractured Hearts

After everything that happened in the living room, the emotions hit me like a tidal wave I couldn’t outrun.The casual way Jayden had talked about Sophia — “not yet,” the smirk, the easy acceptance from our parents — it all crashed down on me at once,my chest felt tight, my throat burned, and the familiar sting of jealousy mixed with deep, aching anger threatened to spill over. I couldn’t sit there pretending anymore I mumbled a quick goodnight and slipped upstairs, leaving Jayden alone on the couch.But I barely made it halfway up the stairs before I heard footsteps behind me steady and purposeful, i didn’t turn around asking why he was following me would’ve been too weird, especially after the secret kiss we’d shared earlier. Instead, I quickened my pace, practically jogging the rest of the way the second I reached my room, I slipped inside and closed the door fast, leaning against it like it could keep him — and everything I felt — out.I heard him pause in the hallway then the s

Chapter 35

Days blurred into weeks, and school became my only constant.Exams were approaching fast, swallowing up every spare moment with revision, late-night notes, and the heavy pressure of expectations i threw myself into it harder than ever, burying my thoughts in textbooks and practice papers. But the truth was, school wasn’t what stressed me the most it was the constant ache of wanting something I could never truly have. The secret nights with Jayden. The stolen touches the way my heart raced every time he looked at me like I was his whole world — followed immediately by the crushing reminder that we were brothers no parents would ever be proud of that.Some nights the weight became unbearable i'd sit alone in a quiet corner of the library or behind the sports block, letting the tears fall freely why can’t I just be happy like everyone else? Why does it have to be me? I pictured a different life — one where Jayden wasn’t my brother. Where we could hold hands in public, kiss without fear

Chapter 36: Shattered illusion

Days turned into weeks, and exams finally came to an end in a whirlwind of relief and exhaustion the last paper felt like crossing a finish line I’d been running toward for months when the final bell rang, the entire campus erupted in cheers. No more serious faces, no more late-night cramming — just pure, loud freedom, seniors still had one more day, but for us, it was over.I should have felt lighter instead, the weight in my chest only grew heavier.That evening, after everything settled, I found Jayden in the garden the sun was setting, casting long golden shadows across the grass. I’d been avoiding this conversation for days, but I couldn’t put it off any longer. The promise he’d made — that we’d find a solution — had been haunting me.“Are you free?” I asked quietly, standing a few feet away. “I need to talk to you.”He nodded, expression unreadable. “Yeah I am.”We sat on the stone bench in the corner of the garden, surrounded by blooming flowers and the soft hum of evening in

Chapter 37:Cracks in the Armor

Jayden’s POVWhen Troy said he wanted to talk, I actually felt a spark of excitement, finally i’d been thinking about this for days — a plan, a stepping stone, using Sophia as a cover wasn’t perfect, but it was something, a way to keep what we had without blowing up our entire world. I thought he’d listen, thought he’d understand that sometimes you have to play dirty to protect something precious but the second I said it, his face twisted like I’d slapped him.And just like that, the conversation went to shit.I didn’t want to snap at him at first I really didn’t but he kept pushing — calling me disgusting, saying I was going too low, defending Sophia like she was some fragile saint and I was the villain. The anger boiled up fast, hot and ugly who the fuck did he think he was? After everything I’d risked for him? After holding him through his breakdowns? After fucking him like he was the only thing that mattered?“You’re unbelievable,” he spat, tears already shining in his eyes. “I

Chapter 38: Summer Sparks

The exams ended in a beautiful blur, like the final page of a long, exhausting book when the last paper was submitted and the bell rang for the very last time that semester, the entire campus exploded with joy students poured out of halls screaming, hugging, and dancing like they’d just been released from prison. No more serious faces buried in notes no more late-night panic sessions just pure, loud freedom the air felt lighter, the sky brighter, and for the first time in weeks, I could actually breathe.I stood in the middle of it all with Kylie and Brandon, grinning so wide my cheeks hurt. “We survived,” I laughed, pulling them both into a messy group hug.“Survived? We crushed it!” Kylie cheered, spinning around dramatically Brandon just groaned happily, slumping against my shoulder like the weight of the world had finally lifted.That afternoon, with nothing left to do but wait for results which will be released God knows when.We wandered around campus, soaking in the chaotic en

Chapter 39: Family Nights and Hidden Stings

The next evening at home felt warm and alive in that familiar way I’d missed so much since exams began we gathered in the living room after dinner, the soft glow of the lamps casting a cozy light over everything. Mom had brought out her famous snack tray — crispy spring rolls, sweet pastries, and fresh fruit arranged beautifully. The smell alone made my mouth water. We settled in, laughing and chatting like old times, the TV playing a light comedy in the background.While watching, Dad suddenly paused the movie and leaned forward with a grin. “So kids, now that things have slowed down, what’s on your bucket list for the break?”Marbel jumped in first, eyes sparkling with excitement. “Mom was thinking of taking us to Thailand next month and I can’t wait! Thailand, Daddy! Beaches, street food, temples — I’m already packing in my head!”Dad laughed warmly. “You kids never cease to amaze me.” Then he turned to Mom with a fake pout. “Honey, you went ahead and planned a trip with the kids

Chapter 40: Unbothered

The holidays settled into a comfortable rhythm at home, even if it felt a little quieter than usual.Mom was barely around these days — being Chief Surgeon meant long hours at the hospital, emergency calls at odd times, and endless meetings. Dad wasn’t much better, his business was booming, so he left early in the morning and often disappeared into his home office the moment he returned, barely pausing to eat despite their crazy schedules, Mom always checked in on us. She’d call from the car, send voice notes reminding the nanny to cook healthy meals, and make sure we were okay it was sweet, even if it left the house feeling a bit empty sometimes.I didn’t mind the quiet it gave me space to breathe, to focus on myself and to be the better version of me I’d promised after that painful conversation with Jayden. No more crying in corners,no more waiting for him to decide my worth i was done being the emotional one. From now on, I was going to be tough, cheerful, and unbothered — no ma

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