Tangled Temptations

Chapter 360

Chapter 360

Veronica grumbled, a frown marring her usually carefree face.

Eloise simply chuckled, her gaze on Veronica was tender and filled with a quiet sense of reassurance. After all these years, she might have lost many things, but she still had a tight circle of loved ones who stood by her side through thick and thin.

Her mother, her kids, Veronica...

Life was full of regrets, but at that moment, Eloise felt content.

She gently ran her fingers through Veronica's hair, whispering, "I've saved the best seat in the house for you."

Back at the villa, the kids were still out, all except for little Darrien, who was at home.

After playing with him for a while, Eloise had whipped up his favorite mac 'n' cheese. Darrien was as happy as could be. The little guy was just over a year old but seemed to understand that his mom was expecting again and never fussed about being held.

As dusk settled in, the driver brought the other two kids home.

Baron came in with a big, toothy grin. "Harvey might be coming home a bit late."

Eloise smiled and nodded her understanding.

The sky was turning dark, and fine snowflakes began to dust the world outside, painting everything in a soft, gentle white.

With her back to the children, Eloise dialed Harvey's number and whispered, "Any chance you can come home early tonight?"

Harvey was in his office at Everest Technologies with a smile playing on his lips. "Are you missing me?"

Eloise glanced outside at the falling snow, then back at the kids playing in the living room, and said softly, "Today's Luca's birthday."

Harvey paused, visibly taken aback.

At that moment, Denise walked in. "Mr. Horigan, the meeting is about to begin."

Harvey glanced at his watch and said, "It's snowing outside. Let's reschedule for tomorrow morning and let everyone head home early."

Denise looked surprised.

Harvey gave a small smile. "It's my son's birthday."

After hanging up, Harvey donned his overcoat and left the office.

Denise stood there, smiling to herself.

Harvey drove back to the villa, arriving exactly at seven. He stepped out of the car. The ground was now covered in a thin blanket of snow, and the city was engulfed in a frosty haze, but the house glowed with warm yellow light.

He took a present from the trunk and walked into the hallway.

"The snow's really coming down out there." Harvey spoke as he casually unbuttoned his overcoat and called out, "Luca, come here."

Little Luca was perched on a dining chair. In front of him was a small cake Eloise had made, surrounded by dishes meticulously prepared by the house staff-most of them were his favorites. His eyes lit up at the sight of the large toy in Uncle Harvey's hands—a superhero action figure.

The little guy dashed over and clung to Harvey's leg. Harvey laughed, lifting him into a hug and planting a kiss on his cheek. "Eloise told me it's your birthday. Sorry I'm late. Here's your present... do you like it?"

Luca clutched the gift to his chest.

Harvey looked over at the dining area. His wife, Eloise, was seated at the dinner table in an elegant gown, with Linda and Darrien beside her. Linda was clapping her hands, singing the birthday song for Luca. She declared that her birthday gift to him was to cuddle him to sleep that night.

Harvey chuckled. "Linda, it's not your birthday."

Linda puffed up her little cheeks. "I don't just snuggle with anyone." Daniel had to beg Linda for ages to sleep in her princess bed.

Luca's cheeks were a warm shade of pink.

kissed Eloise. "Congratulations, mother

little Luca, Eloise helped him

felt healed. He had harbored a darkness within

He used to think that the only reason the Horigans adopted him was because of his

before him had been more of a father to him than his own. Harvey was kind, taught Luca so much,

So even in the future, when he would take control of Everest Technologies, he never indulged in those dark deeds. Instead... he would stay with

stay by

did end

She was worried about them sleeping together at this age. When Harvey emerged from his bath, she shared

their bedroom

wrapped perilously low around his hips, Harvey sat at the foot of the bed, drying his hair. Eloise walked over, took the towel from his hands, and began to gently rub it through his hair. He looked up at her, and then his hand found its way

to worry about? Eloise, the kids we're raising

supposed he was right. She focused on drying his hair, and every time she bowed her head, she could see his strong nose. He was still so handsome. Even after all these years, she never got

husky. "Three months

She hummed in acknowledgment.

pressed his face against the silk of her dress, feeling her slightly swollen belly, and murmured, "In another month, we'll feel the baby move. It's incredible how life

She felt that they were just like any other couple, caring for a few

she mentioned the premiere to him. "I

her nose. "Mrs. Horigan's movie debut? Of course, I'll be there to support you. How many screenings should

theater. Just having you there is enough, Harvey... I can't promise we'll always be madly

than Darrien

getting older but acting more

...

her down at the edge of the bed, being mindful of

gaze at her.

Eloise certainly couldn't resist.

one hand, the other tracing her face gently. His voice was a low, husky whisper, softer than the night itself. "Eloise, I must have been head over heels for you once upon a time. Just look at your face, your skin, your figure... How do you

warmth of her cheeks, and playfully nudged him with her foot. "Why are you being so cheeky all of a

would you consider

him too well. His dawdling tonight without speaking his mind meant only one thing - he was in the mood for lovemaking.

her with a mix of tenderness and passion. Finally, he cradled her body in his arms and murmured,

premiere of "Mr. Mayfair"

year was near, the crowds were bustling, and with the children being so young, Eloise decided it would just be

into her evening

to pick her up. Sure enough, moments later, footsteps approached, and

admiring her for a moment before gently

her slightly rounded belly, which was evident from

kissed her bare shoulder,

shivered at his

and threaded the amulet

lay quietly against her chest. Eloise gently

really don't have to be so careful with

tended to her hair, gathering it up

focus and smiled faintly. "I don't like this. But I also hope his affection can truly bring you good fortune. Eloise, don't

Eloise nodded slowly.

he draped a thick fur coat over her shoulders, and they walked through the underground garage

Celebrities strutted down the

used a special entrance to go directly into the auditorium, where, with Harvey by her

the evening. Before the premiere, she took to the stage and spoke at length, then took her seat next

someone, she leaned in and asked quietly,

with work." The details

Although she had been married, Brett was still the most vivid character

to criticize. Ms. Olea was a decent person

It will help you break into the movie industry. If the

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