All Chapters of Forbidden Desires! With My Stepbrother: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

ELLIANA'S POV"We need to talk," Tom said, his voice serious.I sat up, rubbing my eyes. "What is it?"Tom took a deep breath. "I think we should forget about what happened last night."My eyes widened in shock. "What? Why?"Tom hesitated. "I don't want to upset my dad. He'll never approve of us being together."My face fell, tears welling up in my eyes. "So you're just going to pretend like nothing happened?"Tom nodded. "I think it's for the best."My tears spilled over, streaming down my face. "Fine," I spat, my voice trembling. "If that's what you want."Tom reached out to comfort me, but I pushed him away. "Don't touch me," I sobbed.In a rash decision, I jumped out of bed and grabbed my phone. "I need to get out of here," I said, my voice shaking.Tom watched in horror as I dialed a number and waited for someone to answer. "Max, I need to see you," I said, my voice barely above a whisper.Tom's eyes widened in shock. "Elliana, what are you doing?"But I just shook my head and ra

ELLIANA'S POVKora was moving out of the country with her family.The night before Kora's departure, I lay in her bed, surrounded by the familiar comforts of her room. We had spent countless sleepovers here, sharing secrets, laughter, and tears. But tonight was different. Tonight, we were facing the harsh reality of goodbye.The atmosphere was heavy with emotion, the air thick with unspoken words. We both knew that tomorrow, Kora would be gone, leaving me behind to navigate the uncertain waters of high school without my anchor, my best friend.As we hugged each other tightly, tears streamed down our faces. We had never been apart since childhood, and the thought of separation was almost too much to bear."I'm going to miss you so much," Kora whispered, her voice trembling."I'll miss you too," I replied, my voice cracking.We held each other for a long time, the only sound our sniffles and the occasional sob. We had promised to keep in touch, to call each other every day, but it wasn'

ELLIANA'S POV The words hung in the air between us, and I could feel the tension rising. I knew what I wanted, but I wasn't sure if I was ready to take that step now. I was scared, but I also felt a strange sense of excitement. And in that moment, I knew that our mood was about to change. But what would happen next? Would I take the leap and risk everything? Or would I walk away, knowing that I might never get this chance again? I had to decide, and fast. The moment was fleeting, and I knew that I had to make a choice.“So, what do you think?" I asked."Do you trust me?" he asked, his voice soft and sincere. "Can you take a chance, even if it might not work out?""I trust you," I replied, without hesitation. "And I'm willing to take that chance." As I said the words, I felt a sense of peace settle over me. I knew that this was the right decision, that I was ready for this. I didn't know what the future held, but I knew that I was ready to find out. I was ready to take a leap of fai

ELLIANA'S POVAs much as it pained me to accept her decision, I realized that I couldn't force her to change her mind. Love and forgiveness were complex, deeply personal choices that each individual had to make for themselves. So, instead of trying to convince her further, I shifted my focus to supporting her in her journey of healing and self-discovery. I encouraged her to explore new interests, connect with supportive friends, and seek professional help if needed. I assured her that no matter what, I would be there for her every step of the way. Though our family would never be the same as it once was, we found solace in the bond we shared as mother and daughter. Together, we would navigate the challenges that lay ahead, knowing that love and resilience would guide us through. I couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude for the strength and courage my mother displayed. She taught me that sometimes, the bravest thing we can do is to let go and embrace the unknown, trusting th

MY LIFE 6 Elliana'S POV The next week, I was sitting at my computer, when I noticed an email from the cafe that I had applied to. I felt a surge of excitement as I opened the email, and I saw that I had been offered the job. I felt a wave of relief wash over me, and I smiled to myself. I was so grateful for this opportunity, and I couldn't wait to get started. The email asked me to come in for a physical clearance, and I felt a little nervous. I had never done anything like this before, and I wasn't sure what to expect. I decided to go to the cafe the next day, and I felt a sense of anticipation as I approached the door. I took a deep breath, and I went inside. The cafe was warm and cozy, and I felt a sense of calm wash over me. I went up to the counter, and I introduced myself to the manager. She was friendly and welcoming, and she explained the physical clearance process to me. I felt reassured by her kindness, and I felt more confident about the job. The manager led me t