Tangled Temptations

Chapter 377

Eloise gazed intently at Ravenna, her eyes piercing through the facade of her rival's poised exterior. Ravenna's expression betrayed her inner turmoil, revealing a truth that needed no evidence to support it.

Without the need for confrontation, Eloise's voice was calm yet laden with conviction as she declared, "Ravenna, the truth is, from the beginning to the end, you never loved him. You've only ever loved yourself."

For Ravenna, Max had always been an elusive prize, a toy just beyond her grasp -a symbol of a desire never to be fulfilled. Their love-if it could even be called that was twisted from the start.

With those final words, Eloise turned on her heel and walked away, her steps slow and measured. Natalia offered a comforting arm as they made their way out. Eloise's silhouette exuded poise and tranquility.

Ravenna's face twisted with envy. Eloise had it all – power, wealth, and a string of men who adored her. If it hadn't been for Jeffrey's intervention that day, Eloise would not have survived, and Ravenna's path would have been clear.

At Everest Technologies, Harvey sifted through a backlog of paperwork before standing by the floor-to-ceiling windows, coffee in hand. He took in the view outside. The sky was turning pale with signs of impending snow.

Denise approached him softly. "Eloise visited the cemetery, but she's back at the hospital now."

Harvey's grip tightened around his coffee cup, but he said nothing. Snowflakes began to drift outside the window.

Christmas was around the corner, a time for family gatherings and warmth. Yet, after all the trials and that haunting dream, he knew Eloise's heart must've been wrestling with a multitude of emotions. Harvey understood that complexity all too well. But there were things she didn't know-good news, like the return of his long-forgotten memories...

The next day, Eloise wa

scharged from the hospital. The Hor

family had

planned a lavish banquet in her honor, but considering her pregnancy, they settled for a cozy celebration at home.

Downstairs, the aroma of a succulent lamb stew wafted through the air, drawing the children to the kitchen, eyes wide with anticipation. Harvey instructed them to take their seats and went upstairs to call Eloise for dinner.

In the warm, comfortable living room upstairs, Eloise lounged on the couch, absorbed in a parenting book. Harvey stood at the doorway, silently watching her. She wore a soft pink sweater over a floral dress. Her pregnancy was barely noticeable, and her femininity was accentuated.

They had shared intimate moments in the hospital, but nothing compared to the privacy of their home.

Harvey approached, unable to help himself, as he bent down and kissed the tender spot behind her ear, teasing, "Why are you still reading these after having two kids? Come on, Eloise."

She responded with a natural kiss. After a lengthy embrace, she whispered, "I thought you might want to read up, too. Can't have me doing all the hard work."

Harvey's thoughts drifted to the past. The explosion at their villa on the morning he insisted on leaving for Britain, the birth of Darrien amidst the turmoil with Monika... Looking back, he felt a profound ache for Eloise.

Sitting beside her now, he pressed his forehead to hers. "I'll take good care of you and the baby, Eloise. You can count on that."

eyelashes quivering ever

Harvey simply held her close, pulling out a small object from his pocket and placing it in her hand.

The very one Max had given her, the one that

caressed it lightly. "When did you

so magnanimous, Attorney

of 'Attorney Horigan' indicated she remembered their shared dream. Harvey gazed at her and smiled softly. "Tell me, when have

Eloise smiled lightly.

appearance, Harvey's heart inexplicably stirred. He was sure he loved her, but after

and unknown to

shoulder and said in a low voice, "Shall we go

and put things in order. She casually asked, "Where are you

"The apartment."

the apartment several times. Now that he mentioned it, he must have thought about it. Eloise held the box. She turned her head to kiss him, then touched his handsome face,

he asked softly with Eloise in his arms, "Eloise, in your heart, am I

three children, but he's still

women can always feel it. Eloise

descended the stairs, Eloise asked with concern, "Your leg is alright, isn't

like me to carry you downstairs? No problem at

protested, aware of her parents' presence. "Put

wed," Harvey murmured before planting a kiss on her lips, his

had just arrived—Brett, still dusted with snowflakes. He was greeted with the sight of this romantic scene and couldn't help but scoff, "Ha, Harvey sure has learned to play the romance

Holding Eloise in his arms, he settled her into a chair

demeanor, looked slightly uncomfortable. He glanced at Harvey, who seemed to be hinting at a deeper memory. Brett didn't reveal anything, though. After all, it wasn't his place

Orlena, his voice a low murmur. "Been runnin' around like a headless chicken

he'd be stuck hitting the road back

she felt like the dark days were over, and she was almost ready to say 'yes' to his proposal. But his endless stream of work kept coming And in her ceaseless waiting,

the crowd around, it

alive with chatter. When Harvey tenderly dished out some lasagna for Eloise, Brett felt a pang of envy. He longed for a complete home like theirs, enduring through thick and

throw caution to the wind.

roasted chicken onto Brett's plate.

heart softened as he touched his son's head and

shoot lined up after dinner; her assistant was already waiting in

in the bathroom, Brett cornered her. He faced her in the mirror. His voice was slightly hoarse as he asked, "Can't you move your schedule? We rarely get a chance

up her lipstick and gave him a light push. "I'm gonna be

With one arm, he encircled her slender