32: Are you in love with someone else?

Meanwhile, Khana went out to meet her friends who will be attending the wedding. They decided to choose their outfits while waiting for the boutique to open, so they went to the nearest coffee shop.

Khana was left alone at the table while her friends were at the counter. She stared out the window as the rain started to tap against the glass.

"I hope it will not rain when I get married to Richard because I get lonely every time it rains... I always remember my first time with Henry," she mumbled out of the blue.

She went back to the day when Henry gave her the warmth she has never forgotten... It was cold, and they had nowhere to go but to stay in an abandoned house they found while heading back to their home. It was quite far, and Khana's phone was already useless because the battery was empty.

Suddenly, there was a deafening roar of thunder that echoed through the area, causing both of them to jump. The walls of the cabin vibrated, and the windows rattled as if being shaken by the force of nature itself. As if on cue, another thunderclap followed, and the rain intensified, falling in torrents against the cabin. The storm seemed to be right on top of them. Khana clung to Henry.

Henry was surprised when he felt something soft and delicate touching his chest. Their eyes met, and Henry's gaze fell upon Khana's drenched clothes, accentuating her figure. It was at that moment that they both became aware of their wet garments clinging to their bodies.

Henry shifted slightly, but Khana embraced him. He gulped because the man kneeling between his legs was about to unzip his pants. It feels like it wants to squeeze into a tight space.

"There's something in my belly. It was hard," says Khana.

Henry's heart pounded in his chest as he looked into Khana's eyes. Their deep, enchanting gaze captivated him like a spell. To him, she truly seemed like a fairy - a beautiful, magical being who had suddenly entered his world, filling it with wonder and light.

As they stood there, the world around them seemed to blur, and it felt as though time had stopped. Khana's presence was intoxicating, and he couldn't resist the magnetic pull he felt towards her. He knew it wasn't right to act on his impulses, but at that moment, he couldn't control himself any longer.

Before he could fully comprehend his actions, Henry leaned in and kissed Khana softly. His eyes closed instinctively as their lips met. The touch was gentle as if he were cherishing a delicate flower. For a brief moment, the world seemed to disappear, and he was lost in the allure of the forbidden act.

As their lips parted, he opened his eyes, expecting to see anger or disappointment in Khana's expression. He felt remorseful for crossing a line and allowing his emotions to lead him astray. But to his surprise, Khana didn't look angry. Instead, she seemed taken aback, her cheeks flushed with a mixture of emotions. Her eyes searched for him as if trying to decipher the intentions behind his impulsive gesture.

Henry's heart sank, and regret washed over him. 

"I'm so sorry, Khana," Henry whispered, taking a step back. "I don't know what came over me. I never meant to disrespect you,” he added.

Khana remained silent for a moment, and Henry braced himself for the slap he believed he deserved. But then, something unexpected happened. Instead of a painful slap on his cheek, soft lips touched his own.

Without saying a word, Henry tenderly cupped Khana's cheek with his hand, his thumb lightly brushing against her smooth skin. Khana's breath hitched, and she leaned into his touch, her heart racing with anticipation.

In that intimate moment, they both knew they were about to cross a threshold, but neither felt the need to resist. Their feelings… The anticipation had been silently building, waiting for the right moment to reveal itself. 

With a mixture of nervousness and certainty, Henry leaned in, and Khana's eyes closed, her heart pounding in her chest. Their lips met in a tender kiss, a gentle and sweet expression of the emotions they had been suppressing.

Time seemed to stand still as they savored the softness of each other's lips, the warmth of the moment enveloping them. It was a kiss that held the promise of something new, an unspoken commitment to delve into the depths of their emotions for one another.

Henry's hand gently explored Khana's body, delicately removing her clothes. They forgot the surroundings, the rain, and the possible outcome of what they were about to do.

"Khana, are you sure you want this? You know, once I'm in, you will lose it to me," Henry asked as he cupped the lady's cheek.

Instead of words, Khana replied through kisses and gentle caresses on Henry's chest. He thrust into her, and all he could hear were her sensual moans.

"I-I want it harder and deeper," Khana demanded.

The loud sound of her friend slapping the table brought her back to reality. "Khana, are you still with us?" says one of her friends.

She blinked her eyes and replied, "What was it again? I'm sorry."

"Look at you, sweating a lot after zoning out. What's with you today?"

"I'm a bit distracted. Don't worry."

"It's good to hear you finally decided to pursue your delayed marriage with Richard, but why do you look so depressed?" Serina asked since she had no idea what happened between Khana, Bettina, and Henry, she thought it wasn't a forced decision from Khana's side.

"It's just the weather, it makes me gloomy as well," Khana replied and faked a smile.

"I know that you are a good person, but I am not blind enough to pretend that I didn't notice how uncertain you are about this marriage," Serina added.

"Tell me the truth, do you mean to continue this marriage? You know I will never judge you," says Serina, holding the back of Khana's hand on top of the table. 

Khana held her peace and swallowed a lump in her throat. 

"I have known you since we were teenagers. Your eyes are telling me you are not happy with this marriage. Are you secretly in love with someone else?"

Khana was caught off guard by the question her friend had raised... "The question should be, why can't I unlove Henry?" she thought to herself.

"Why can't you answer me? Are you secretly in love with someone else?" Serina repeated.