Tangled Temptations

Chapter 183

After getting discharged, Eloise hopped on a plane to Switzerland. She stayed there for a week, keeping Vanessa company, but Vanessa eventually shooed her back home.

"There's a ton of stuff waiting for you to deal with in Peterborough. You shouldn't just be here with me. I'm living it up here - sunshine, handsome guys everywhere. Even the doctors are eye candy," Vanessa winked.

Eloise smiled. "Alright, I'll head back then."

Vanessa drove her to the airport. As they said their goodbyes, she held Eloise's hand and whispered, "You've grown up. You've changed."

...

Eloise had just returned to Peterborough. Veronica called demanding souvenirs and invited her to Riley's birthday party.

Eloise had barely unpacked. Sitting on the couch in her apartment, she laughed. "I brought back some gifts, but I might have to pass on the birthday bash."

Veronica said quietly, "Riley didn't invite him."

Eloise knew who "him" referred to. She thought for a moment, then agreed.

...

On Friday evening, Eloise changed into a dress and took a cab to the club. The party was already in full swing in the private room. Most of the people were Riley's friends. Some were Veronica's classmates. Eloise knew them all.

She brought gifts. A fancy pair of watches for men and women, straight from Switzerland. Not cheap.

Veronica's eyes welled up when she saw them. She kept exclaiming, "This is way too expensive, Eloise. You're too generous!"

She called Riley over.

part of the high society circles but eventually walked back. He saw how Harvey was desperately trying to win her back. If

arm around Veronica, grinned. "Told you I didn't invite

it might

a lot of attractive people

pinched him. "What

party like this. But they were adults now. Avoiding each other would be petty.

looked at Eloise's face, a mix of emotions crossing his mind. He couldn't forget the ten days

They exchanged a few words, and then Callum, his voice a little hoarse, said, "I'm getting married

"I'm

filled Callum's mouth. He had no feelings for his future wife. The woman he loved

confessed his love to Veronica, and everyone else sang happily. Veronica and Riley made

love and hate. As for herself, she had become

scene. He had too much to drink and was causing a

carrying my child! I'm very happy and comfortable now! No woman controls when I drink or who I hang out with, as long as I give enough money to

stared at her and said, "Ravenna will give birth in a few months. We should divorce soon, so you can clear out." Veronica replied coldly, "Don't worry, I have

...

Gunner finally left.

but when she got to the door, through the crack, she saw Riley holding Veronica, whispering, "Don't cry! It's my birthday, weren't

didn't go in. She picked

out!"

head gently. "No need! I'll get a cab. Callum... You're getting married soon, treat your partner well. Don't have ambiguous relationships with others, or your wife will be

her nose turned slightly red.

realized, retracted his hand and smiled lightly. "I will! Be safe on your way

let Veronica know for

take a walk after leaving, but as soon as she stepped out of the club, she saw a familiar off-road vehicle parked

wearing dark blue jeans and a black leather jacket. From the side, his