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.

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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."

her buttons, ran a quick comb through her long, brown hair, and finally looked at

she left the bedroom, brushing past him. Harvey

this. We don't have to force ourselves anymore. Let's just live our

paused. "I respect your

walked down the hallway, Harvey's voice echoed behind her.

"Whatever," she replied.

bit of the past, and Harvey couldn't stand it. He said

laughed at

and got in the car. Instead of sitting next to Harvey, she sat next to Linda, chatting gently with her during the drive, occasionally discussing the children with

and the children were

kindergarten, Harvey stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Eloise,

car, opened the driver's door, and gestured for

Eloise said quietly, "Drop me at the next intersection. I'll grab a cab." Harvey lit a cigarette

you going? I'll take you

him the address. Harvey didn't say a word as

of the car, she

when do we need to say thank you for a simple car ride? Have

keep this marriage, we can talk

the car.

be happier if they weren't so tied

didn't want to think about it. He hit

at the office building and drove away. He was angry, to say the

for a moment

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afternoon, Eloise picked up

cooking dinner, one of the servants came to inform her, "Madam, Mr. Harvey called to say he

the time. She paused, asking, "Did

servant shook

wanted cake, and she had promised to bake her a beautiful

wait until the children

play the piano after dinner, while Darrien, who had just learned to walk, clung to the piano, swaying

a long session, Linda went to hug her

Linda and Darrien were tucked into bed, it was already 10 o'clock, and Harvey still hadn't

in bed. Since their remarriage, Harvey rarely stayed out so late. Was this a result

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

were constantly

"I'll be home soon!"