Forbidden Passion

Chapter 207 Can't You Just Leave Me Alone?

Phoebe made her exit from the sunroom, her steps unceasing until she was safely out of Mrs. Reynolds' watchful gaze.

The elderly woman observed Phoebe's retreating figure until it vanished from sight, then let out a sigh. Heavy with conflict, her heart ached for her granddaughter-in-law, yet she couldn't bring herself to be overly harsh on her grandson. She had chosen to let them work out their issues independently, a decision she was uncertain was right or wrong.

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Phoebe traced a path down to the lakeside. In Kedora, the sunset always arrived prematurely due to its time zone. The sun, now a glowing amber orb, hung low between the hills.

Her slender figure was exaggerated by the setting sun as she stood by the water's edge. The lake's shimmering surface mirrored the fading daylight. The lilies had wilted, and she found herself wondering what had held Theodore and Vanessa's attention for so long the previous night.

After standing until her legs grew numb, she finally allowed herself to sit on the cool grass by the water's edge.

footsteps reached her ears, but she didn't turn to look. Hugging her knees, she spoke

remained silent for a moment before settling

veins in her delicate neck were visible against her fair skin. They both remained silent, watching as

turned chilly, Theodore rose swiftly and extended a hand towards her, "Come on, let's go back." Phoebe remained seated,

grasp. Her voice was laced

he clenched his jaw, and through gritted

Vanessa, don't you? Go find

someone else, you're not getting rid of me," Theodore shot backwith icy cruelty. Phoebe

body,, suddenly succumbing to the darkness, and she stumbled trying to gain

Phoebe realized she was in his embrace and struggled once more, "I don't want you to hold me, put