Tangled Temptations

Chapter 368

Harvey stepped into the foyer, slowly shedding his coat before continuing inside. Eloise couldn't help but watch him. Every movement he made was a delight to the

eye.

Approaching her, Harvey rested his hand lightly on her shoulder, casually suggesting, "Don't you fancy it? Have a seat and give it a try."

Eloise was flattered beyond measure. The piano before her wasn't just an instrument; it was a treasure with a beautiful legend attached to it. She had longed to see it up close.

Her fingers hesitated before finally touching the ivory keys, and just as she was about to begin, Harvey said, "I'd love to hear Under the Moonlight."

Tears glistened in Eloise's eyes as she turned to look at him, her heart pounding fiercely. That feeling was back again. Why did Harvey seem to know her so well, almost as if he had her figured out completely? She even wondered if he had investigated her.

Harvey watched her intently, his gaze softening at her delicate and temperamental manner, reminiscent of Linda, which he found irresistible.

Finally, Eloise began to play. The music flowed effortlessly, a testament to her unmarred talent and spirit.

Before drifting into this dreamlike state, Harvey had been given a nudge by Master Lee, carrying all his memories with him. He was Harvey with a full recollection of his past.

As Eloise played, he felt a profound surge of emotion, his eyes warming with the intensity of his feelings. If only he had handled things better with Joan, then perhaps Eloise wouldn't have any regrets, wouldn't have lost her dreams, and perhaps she'd already be a world-renowned pianist.

But life was devoid of 'what ifs'. Now, all he wanted was to bring her back with him safely.

After finishing the piece, Eloise slowly lifted her hands, feeling an aching familiarity with the touch of the keys.

That's when Harvey stepped behind her, his warm palms gently pressing upon her slender shoulders, drawing her closer. He was the epitome of tenderness.

Unbeknownst to herself, Eloise's heart had been firmly seized by Harvey, despite her recent infatuation with Max that had left her appetite wanting. Now, her affections were undoubtedly redirected.

Overcome with emotion, Harvey whispered into her ear, "I've missed you so much. Do you know that?"

Eloise stiffened, unaccustomed to such closeness with a man. Her voice trembled as she replied, "I didn't know."

Harvey said nothing more, simply burying his face in her chestnut hair, basking in its softness. It had been far too long since he had held her.

quite shocked with the display. What

tiptoed to the kitchen in search of a snack, only to discover a brand-new air fryer. "Why would he buy this?" she muttered to herself, eyeing it hungrily and resolving to wait until their affectionate

The last rays of golden sunlight streamed through the apartment's floor-to-ceiling windows, casting

in Harvey's embrace, her innocence and lack of experience with men causing her to whimper softly, "Attorney

charm, "I've held you for so long. Eloise, can you honestly

the weakness in her knees. She didn't push away because she

her fully into his arms and murmured, "Are we

his apartment, in his embrace, she couldn't deny it. Her hesitation gave him

tenderly.. With that kiss, Eloise's mind went blank. Her senses were overwhelmed by his

eyes," Harvey's voice urged. His hand gently cradled her head

and uncertain, Eloise was at a loss. Harvey covered her eyes with his hand, then lifted her

intensity of the kiss frightened her. Blind to his gaze, Eloise reached out,

the kiss, she forgot the world around

breath felt hot against her skin, reminding Eloise of a primal beast. Though she was innocent, she could feel his desire for her.

soft.

Eloise, fearful of falling, clung to his waist, protesting, "But

looking so vibrant in his arms, it would be

Harvey smiled lightly. "I'll start dinner. Orlena must be starving by now. That girl

cheeks flushed with embarrassment. She had almost forgotten Orlena was there, yet here she was, nestled in Orlena's brother's arms, kissing on a piano, being caressed.

her a peck, teasing,

her head, her voice soft.

away so quickly, for

thought alone seemed

feels like a

He was here with a 20-year-old. Eloise but knew he had to leave eventually. He hoped that upon waking, they would both fetain this memory, a romantic tale

gently lifting Eloise from the piano. From that

from the kitchen,

and the other lively, meshed as if

Orlena

child at Christmas and presented Eloise with a

isn't he a catch? My brother says I might have a