Tangled Temptations

Chapter 383

Chapter 383

Harvey gently tapped her hand. In a soft voice, he said, "I made a promise that day, and now it's time to fulfill it."

Eloise was at a loss for words for a moment.

Just then, Parker walked over. He said to his son, "We can begin now!"

Harvey guided Eloise to sit aside as he followed Parker. The Horigan family, a motley crew of men and women, young and old, gathered densely, kneeling and bowing in threes in the direction of the officiant.

Harvey reverently honored the Horigan family legacy with great solemnity. The amulet Max had given Eloise was also offered.

Master Lee, with his own hands, placed it in front of the ancient sanctuary lamp, watching silently for a moment before murmuring, "If his spirit lingers in this world, it should now rest in peace."

Harvey brought his hands together in prayer. At that moment, he felt no envy towards Max, only a sincere well-wishing.

...

When it all ended, it was four in the afternoon. Harvey took Eloise to meet with Master Lee alone.

In the austere meditation chamber, Master Lee's eyes shone with wisdom as he gazed at Eloise and her slightly swollen belly. "Very good," he noted.

Eloise offered a slight smile.

In private, Master Lee was quite approachable and spoke casually. With a smile, he said, "I've seen much of the world, yet seldom have I seen a man as devoted as Mr. Horigan. Perhaps he touched the heavens that night."

Master Lee didn't say much more, and only offered them tea. A young apprentice served the tea.

Harvey took a sip and found it pleasant.

Master Lee sat cross-legged, looking out through the paper-paned windows at the sunset hanging over the mountains. "The sun sets behind the mountains, and dusk is just as beautiful," he remarked.

Harvey concurred.

Lee smiled faintly and gestured. "Mr. Horigan, please return

helped Eloise to her feet. He bowed

Master Lee said nothing.

left with Eloise. As they exited,

meditation chamber, Master Lee remained still, his face the only sign

young apprentice stayed prostrate, weeping softly. "Master, why did

Master Lee

apprentice

and it's only fitting that

crossed Master Lee's face. He wasn't really helping Mr. Horigan; he was seeking

tolled. Its sound resonated deeply and far, signaling the passing of an

Horigan family, on their way down the

exchanged glances, guessing the reason, and hurried

the apprentice relayed Master Lee's final words. "Master Lee said he was

were

...

their hearts

knew Harvey was upset, prepared his favorite dish,

took the cigarette from his hand. Harvey looked up slowly, watching her as

too. She went to Harvey, enveloping him in her embrace. He was rarely so vulnerable and unaccustomed to showing weakness

for years. He was in the temple, but his heart was

was young, he had a girl he loved too."

cradled his face, kissing him. "Harvey, I'm just as upset as you are! But isn't the

knew you were

"Eat something; you've hardly eaten all day. And how's your

head. He said it wasn't sore but Eloise knew better. His leg had never been the

him. Harvey refused, watching Eloise. "I used to be terrible, causing you to give

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