Tangled Temptations

Chapter 348

Eloise couldn't help but cry. Her tears flowed silently, mirroring her silent role in their relationship.

How many times had they argued? And, how many times had she yielded? Guilt and love intertwined in her heart, reminding her of Harvey's sacrifice. He had lost his memory for her. It was a debt she could never repay.

No matter how much Monica's presence irritated her, she had to forgive. What else could she do?

Eloise bent down to pick up the spilled pills, one by one. She placed them back in the tiny bottle. So many white pills. She wondered if swallowing them all would end everything, end the endless debate of whether she loved Harvey or not, and end the constant accusations.

...

Their silent feud hadn't affected their children.

In the early morning, Eloise rose from her bed.

Across the hall, Harvey emerged from the guest room, still wearing yesterday's clothes. Seeing the dark circles under Eloise's eyes, he said softly, "I'll take Linda to kindergarten."

His words were a clear signal that he intended to continue their routine lives.

Eloise murmured her acknowledgment and went to prepare breakfast as usual.

During breakfast, little Linda demanded both her parents drop her at school. Eloise looked up and locked eyes with Harvey. He had showered and changed into a fresh suit. His gaze now was more serious.

Before Eloise could soothe Linda, Harvey agreed, "Sure, let's all go together. I'll drive you back."

Surprised, Eloise nodded.

Linda looked from one to the other, tugging gently on her mother's hand. "Did you like the card Darrien and I made for you, Mommy?"

Eloise kissed her daughter's soft cheek. "I loved it!" After the kiss, she rested her head against her daughter's, not wanting to pull away.

Harvey watched them. His gaze was never wavering.

After breakfast, Eloise went upstairs to change. She chose a silk blouse and a

fishtail skirt. As she was undressing, the bedroom door opened.

Harvey looked surprised, and then slowly closed the door.

Eloise dressed slowly. When she bent down, the vertebrae on her bare back were slightly protruding, which was a sight that was irresistibly enticing.

Leaning on the door, Harvey quietly said, "Denise told me about your doctor's appointment."

at Harvey. "I have something else to do. I won't be going."

saying that, she left the bedroom, brushing past him.

"Harvey, let's stop this. We don't have to

"I respect your

hallway, Harvey's voice echoed behind her. "I won't

"Whatever," she replied.

her bringing up a bit of the past, and Harvey couldn't stand it. He said she didn't love him, but he was just

laughed at

Harvey, she sat next to Linda, chatting gently

hiding the truth, and

Harvey stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Eloise, watching

a while, Harvey walked back to the car, opened the driver's door, and gestured for Eloise

the next intersection. I'll grab a cab." Harvey lit a cigarette and drove in

are you going? I'll take you there,"

didn't say a word as he drove her

of the

her hand and chuckled bitterly. "Eloise, we're husband and wife. Since when do we need to say thank you for a

patience was thinning. “Harvey, if you want to keep this marriage, we can talk without the

filled the car.

accelerator. Maybe Eloise was right. Maybe they'd be happier if they weren't so tied down to each other. They could co-parent their children,

it. He hit the

Eloise off at the office building and drove away. He was angry,

still for a moment

...

Eloise picked up the

one of the servants came to inform her, "Madam, Mr. Harvey called to say he won't be home

She paused, asking, "Did

servant shook her

leave and then continued kneading. Linda wanted cake, and

wait until the children

of Linda and Darrien alone, teaching Linda to play the piano after dinner, while Darrien, who had just learned

went to hug

into bed, it was already 10 o'clock, and Harvey still

bed. Since their remarriage, Harvey

...

Harvey was at a club. It was a pointless business social. He had planned

men around him were constantly answering phone

"I'll be home soon!"