Tangled Temptations

Chapter 362

Chapter 362

At twenty, Eloise was a vision of youthful vibrancy. Back then, her cheeks were plumper, her legs more slender, showcased by a pair of denim shorts that seemed to stretch her legs to heavenly lengths. At the crook of her thighs was a delicate hint of blush pink.

Her waist was even slimmer than one could imagine. Even though Harvey knew this was but a dream, the intense reality of it sent shivers down his spine, and he almost lost control of his emotions, wanting to grab her without a second thought. "Eloise, it's been seven days since we last spoke."

...

Eloise breezed past him. Perhaps it was Harvey's striking looks or his air of aristocratic charm that made Eloise take a second glance.

Harvey's gaze lingered on her. A subtle smile played at the corners of his mouth.

Just then, a voice called out, "Eloise."

Veronica dashed over, followed by Gunner.

Veronica approached, and her eyes roamed over Harvey, then flicked to Eloise, with an air of insinuation.

She recognized the man before her, a rising star in the legal world. Born to an illustrious family, handsome and distinguished, the man had it all.

Eloise paused.

Surprised, Gunner addressed Harvey, "Attorney Horigan, what brings you to Peterborough Music College?"

Harvey's eyes remained on Eloise. He spoke slowly, "I came to find a book at the library. I'm just not sure where it is."

Gunner glanced at Veronica. "Shall we show Mr. Horigan the way?"

Veronica's eyes twinkled, as she latched onto his arm. "Let Eloise lead the way. She's free anyway. Weren't you going to treat me to some ice cream?"

Gunner, every bit the playboy, chuckled at Eloise. "Would you mind taking Mr. Horigan there? He's a friend of mine."

Eloise turned to Harvey. This man looked to be about twenty-four and was a lawyer. Why was he at their college looking for books?

Harvey openly allowed her scrutiny. His dark eyes locked on hers. He smiled faintly and pulled a cigarette from his pocket, lighting it with an air of masculine grace.

Eloise was spellbound. She had always thought Max was handsome, but now she realized there were leagues beyond.

"Let's go," Harvey gestured.

Eloise followed him as he walked unerringly in the right direction, despite claiming he needed her guidance.

Behind them, Gunner wrapped an arm around Veronica, who giggled. "Gunner, Attorney Horigan seems quite taken with Eloise, doesn't he? His gaze lingered on her legs for quite some time."

Gunner playfully flicked her cheek. "Impossible. Mr. Horigan just split up with his girlfriend and is heartbroken. Eloise is pretty, but not his type. Would the son of Peterborough's wealthiest need to settle?"

Veronica snorted, unimpressed. "Was his ex a goddess?"

Gunner quickly apologized.

Eloise led Harvey to the college library. Unadorned by makeup, Eloise's natural beauty was striking. She spoke softly to the attractive man, "Attorney Horigan, feel free to look around, the library stays open until nine in the evening."

Harvey didn't reply. He walked to a particular seating area. He had seen this place before. It was there Eloise had been kissed by Max.

Harvey's long fingers gently traced the chair's back. His touch was tender, as if caressing a lover.

For some reason, Eloise blushed. Harvey looked up, his black eyes fixed on her, and his voice slightly hoarse. "Could you wait for me, Miss Laurent? I'm afraid I might not find the exit after I finish with the books."

Eloise inwardly berated his naivety-had lawyers become so helpless? But as Gunner's friend, she managed a reluctant smile. "Alright, but I need to be home by eight."

Harvey smiled gently. He pulled out a chair, looking at her.

Eloise's heart skipped a beat. She always enjoyed sitting here. How did he know? It must've been a coincidence.

Without refusing, Eloise randomly picked a book and sat down to read quietly.

The library was hushed. Harvey chose a legal tome and even bought Eloise her favorite coffee at the small bar.

Eloise couldn't help but glance at him again.

His composed demeanor seemed out of place amidst the college

wondered how self-assured one had to be to ignore such admiring looks. How could he

the high, straight bridge of his nose. Would it clash with

Aren't you into Max? Why daydream

her eye, quietly observing her. His wife sat before him, Eloise at twenty, untouched by the

He turned

the evening, there

head on

and stood up, approaching her.

her soft, tea-colored hair, revealing her

didn't care to hide. He wanted to kiss her. He was Eloise's husband. It was his

kiss landed

Eloise infatuated with Max from the neighboring school? Who was this

the campus network. Eloise's face was captured

founder of Prestige Legal Advisors, an alumnus of a

network exploded with

Gunner's face with icy shrapnel. She swallowed hastily, clutching her phone and exclaiming, "Holy smokes.

Harvey had a thing for Eloise's

could this be? Harvey was known to be the pickiest of them all, never embroiled in any scandals. Aside from Joan, he never showed an ounce of fake affection to

Was this for real?

"He must've been out of

"What do you mean by that? Is Lou not good enough, and is Mr. Horigan too precious? Ha. If he's so precious,

Gunner hurried after her.

of

open her eyes to find a

as Gunner's friend.

was

book with his slender fingers, smiling nonchalantly. "Eloise, could you lend me

fair complexion turned a shade of pink. Ah, the rich heir

back, looking like he

Eloise checked her pockets.

hadn't brought any

piercing gaze told him what he needed to

for a cab, but I bought

bit her lip. "Okay,

was slight. "Didn't bring my

you bring,

a Patek Philippe

"Here's the deal, I'll bike you home. Surely you've got some

money?"

came from a decent home and was full of youthful

you the money." She was riled up, thinking, was this how capitalists made their

didn't want to walk

pity. Some

He then nonchalantly tossed a wad of cash on

swagger! The library was

of sight, they dared to

generous. I counted 108 glances while

corrected, "It was 112

"Such a beautiful romance."

midst of the discussion, Veronica charged in.

"She left. With him."

Horigan is taking her

pace

dusk fell, Harvey trailed behind Eloise, puffing on a cigarette

at him. He was always smoking. Aside from his youthful

the cigarette with a light smile and produced a bicycle

cost.

Harvey mounted the bike.

stared, and Harvey, tossing

his masculine scent. She

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