Tormented Silence
Eddie's touch lingered on Asher's hair, emotions swirling:
Longing for Smith, guilt over Asher's youthful vulnerability.
Asher's eyes sparkled, misinterpreting Eddie's hesitation.
"Eddie, I know it's complicated. But I feel it too."
Eddie's face contorted, torn between desire and responsibility.
"Asher, we can't. You're... my son."
Asher's voice dropped to a whisper. "Not by blood, Eddie."
Eddie's heart ached, societal fears and judgment looming:
What would Sophia say? How would the world view their love?
He pulled away, leaving Asher confused and hurt.
Days passed, Eddie's silence tormenting Asher:
Why couldn't Eddie see beyond their familial bond?
Tyler and Perry sensed the tension, offering counsel.
"Eddie, you're not alone. We'll support you," Tyler said.
But Eddie's fears ran deep:
Society's condemnation, Sophia's wrath.
One evening, Sophia visited, her eyes narrowing at Asher.
"You're getting too close to Eddie. It's unnatural."
Asher's eyes flashed. "You don't understand."
Sophia's voice dripped venom. "I understand enough."
Eddie's anxiety spiked, caught between love and societal expectations.
Sophia's venomous words lingered, poisoning the air.
Asher's determination hardened: he'd fight for their love.
Eddie's anxiety intensified, envisioning societal judgment:
Newspaper headlines, whispered gossip, and condemning stares.
One evening, Eddie confided in Tyler and Perry:
"I want to be with Asher, but... the world won't understand."
Tyler's expression softened. "We do, Eddie. That's all that matters."
Perry nodded. "Love knows no bounds, not even reincarnation."
But Eddie's fears persisted:
What if they lost everything: family, friends, and reputation?
Asher sensed Eddie's turmoil, approaching him cautiously.
"Eddie, I know it's scary, but... I can't help how I feel."
Eddie's eyes locked onto Asher's, longing and guilt entwined.
"Asher, I... I don't know what to do."
Asher's voice barely above a whisper. "Love me, Eddie."
The simplicity of Asher's words shattered Eddie's defenses.
He pulled Asher close, their lips inches apart.
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhh. I kept feeling tensed while writing this chapter...oh my.
Can Eddie stay strong? Or will Asher and Eddie be able to bring down the wall between them and get together? Hmm....
Thank you for reading, I love you all sooooooooooo much.
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Love Beyond Taboo
RomanceA love that defies life, death, and everything in between. "Love Beyond Taboo" In a world where power and privilege reign, Smith Donalds, heir to a ruthless dynasty, dares to love Eddie, a charming medical student. Their whirlwind romance becomes a...
