Tainted Desires | 18+

39 - Car Ride

Mirabelle Morrison

The rest of the week passed by like a blur. As the whispers and speculations continued to circulate around the office, I found solace in burying myself in work. The busyness of my tasks and the demands of the projects allowed me to momentarily escape the weight of the secret that weighed on my mind.

Days turned into nights and nights into days as I poured myself into my professional responsibilities. The constant hum of conversations around me served as a reminder of the rumours that persisted, but I remained determined to compartmentalize my personal life and focus on the tasks at hand.

I threw myself into meetings, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative efforts with my team, seeking refuge in the familiar rhythm of work. The challenges and deadlines provided a temporary respite from the internal turmoil I faced, allowing me to channel my energy into productive endeavours.

As the week came to a close, I found myself yearning for a reprieve, but what I longed for the most was the weekend I had promised Terrence. The weight of the secret had become almost unbearable, I knew that I couldn't evade the truth for much longer, but I just wanted to lay in Terrence's arms for a bit longer.

As I left the office, my thoughts turned to Terrence, who was waiting for me in his car a few blocks away from the company. The anticipation of seeing him provided a glimmer of solace amidst the turmoil that consumed me.

Walking briskly, I navigated the busy streets, my mind racing with a mix of anxiety and longing. I couldn't wait to escape the confines of the office and find solace in Terrence's presence. The whispers and rumours that plagued me seemed to fade into the background as I focused on the prospect of being with him. The allure of being in his arms, even if just for a short while, provided a temporary escape from the complexities of our situation.

Finally reaching the spot where Terrence's car was parked, I saw him waiting patiently behind the wheel, unaware of the speculations surrounding our relationship. His face lit up with a smile as he caught sight of me, and all my worries momentarily dissipated.

I climbed into the passenger seat, greeted by the warmth of Terrence's embrace as he leaned over to give me a gentle kiss on the lips. The familiarity of his touch and the tenderness in his eyes offered a sense of comfort that I desperately needed.

"Hey," he murmured against my lips.

"Hey," I whispered in response, savouring the sweetness of the moment.

The world outside the car seemed to fade away as Terrence started the engine, and we began to drive away from the office. The comforting rhythm of the car's movement matched the beat of my racing heart, and for a while, it felt like it was just the two of us, shielded from the prying eyes and murmurs of the outside world.

As we drove through the bustling city streets, a sense of relief washed over me, and the tension that had weighed heavily on my shoulders began to dissipate. In the comfortable silence that enveloped us, I found solace.

Reaching across the centre console, Terrence gently intertwined our fingers, his touch sending a wave of warmth and reassurance through me. His voice carried a hint of playfulness as he spoke, "You know, there's something strangely exciting about the hide-and-seek we find ourselves in."

I smiled softly, squeezing his hand in response. "It's like having our own little secret world, isn't it?"

Terrence nodded, his eyes filled with warmth and affection. "No one knows what we do," he began, and then his voice got low. "How you sound when I-"

Terrence's voice trailed off, his words carrying an intimate undertone. I blushed, realizing the direction his sentence was taking. "Terrence!" I whispered, as if someone could hear us.