Tangled Temptations

Chapter 208

Under the dazzling chandelier, Harvey stood, a man of elegance and charm. He watched Eloise, her laughter directed at Landon, a smile that was rarely shared with him these days. She seemed to be drawn to Landon, and Harvey couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy. But he didn't want to come across as petty. So, he sauntered over to them, grabbed a glass of red wine from a waiter's tray, and, with a smirk, asked Eloise, "Has my allure brought you back to life?"

Eloise was used to Harvey's unabashed behavior. She turned to Landon and offered an apologetic smile. Landon, a man of the world, understood the dynamics at play.

Eloise had returned to Harvey's side due to the situation with Riley and Veronica. But Landon couldn't help but notice that their relationship seemed strained.

He decided to tease Harvey, "You couldn't stand the thought of her here in Rossland alone, could you? You chased her all the way here. People might think you're here for a romantic Valentine's Day getaway, not because you're paranoid."

The game of one-upmanship between men wasn't just confined to the business world; it extended to their personal lives as well. And Harvey, being a lawyer, was well equipped with words. Holding his wine glass, he replied nonchalantly, "I don't believe I'll find any formidable competition in Rossland. What do you think, Eloise?"

Eloise shot him a look, trying to signal him to stop. He leaned in, whispering in her ear, "Are you feeling sorry for him?"

Eloise whispered back, "Harvey, did you come here to stir trouble? I just happened to run into him at the party. You really don't need to act this way."

"I'm jealous." Harvey admitted bluntly, and then he stared at her with an intense look.

Under the scrutiny of the crowd, Eloise blushed, and Landon's smile faded. Dwight, standing beside Landon with his own glass of wine, snickered, "Look, when it comes to being shameless, no one can beat Horigan."

burn of the alcohol sliding down his throat and settling uncomfortably in his stomach. It matched his mood. He glanced at the couple,

statement, but Landon knew exactly what he meant. He hadn't realized how much Harvey cared for Eloise. Harvey,

realized he hadn't lost to Harvey but to time. Who said there was

left the party as

were about to leave, she turned to Harvey

a deep look, "I'll stay with

you. I'll be busy

Harvey replied seriously,

leaving the party, and she was uncomfortably squeezed against the elevator wall. A strong arm pulled her close, bringing her into a protective embrace. It

of his attractiveness. He looked down at her, his dark eyes swirling with an emotion that

demeanor he had shown at the party was gone. Harvey pinned her against the door, his leg wedged between hers, preventing her escape. Eloise turned her face

his voice hoarse with a tinge of pain. "Eloise, are you still angry

power dynamics between us! I was planning on going to France, but I had to leave Peterborough to let you chase your first love, Joan. How's that fair? In a normal relationship, we would have fought over it, but we couldn't because you're Harvey! It was the same with Landon and Attorney Bowen. You enjoyed the control your position gave you, and I, even as an insignificant creature, had the right to

her face, murmuring, "Eloise, do you want to hit me? Like a normal couple, slap

...

furious, "Harvey, you

and guided it towards his face. Despite her resistance, he held her hand firmly. The dynamics between men and women were a complex dance, and Harvey was pushing her