Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 18

Chapter 18

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After saying goodbye to her brother, Ellie rushed to the bar where she worked part–time. She’d missed out on an interview last time because Haley called her back to handle a hotel issue, so she was determined not to let it happen again.

The bar’s entrance was small and unassuming. As she stepped inside, a subtle mix of alcohol and cigarette smoke filled the air. It wasn’t as noisy as shelt expected. The lighting was warm and inviting, the music was mellow, and a few young couples were dancing in the corner.

Awaiter led Ellie upstairs to a private room. There, she was taken aback by the woman sitting on the sofa.

The woman wore a stylish dress that flattered her petite figure, her dark hair tied back in a low ponytail. Her light makeup made her look no older than thirty, and she had a gentle, scholarly aura that seemed slightly out of place in the bar’s lively atmosphere.

Noticing Ellie’s nervousness, the woman gestured to a seat across from her and said, “Do I look intimidating?”

Her question immediately eased the tension, and Ellie felt herself relax.

They chatted for a bit, and Ellie learned that the woman was named Whitney York and owned the bar. They had briefly discussed things over the phone, and Ellie’s interview had gone smoothly.

broken. It felt awkward to bring it up during their first meeting, but she needed a solution to

do you know of any affordable places to rent

about that.” Whitney replied, her voice as soft

act casual, saying it was no big

have a niece who owns a small apartment nearby that she doesn’t use. She’s been abroad for a few years and won’t be back for a

don’t mind, you can move in for free and just keep an eye on it. You’d only

was thrilled, though a hint of concern still lingered

Tve owned this bar for years, and the first three floors are all mine. You don’t

a bit embarrassed that her thoughts had been so transparent, Ellie

wobbly bed, she grabbed her keys and headed to her new apartment the next day to clean and

stop right outside made her commute to the hospital a breeze. The apartment was fully furnished, so she could just move in

didn’t have many things to move, and the only heavy items were two boxes in the corner. Initially, she thought about selling them, but in the end,

organizing. Ellie finally had her cozy space ready. She looked at the two dusty boxes, which held secrets

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some hesitation, she brought a chair over, opened the boxes, and carefully stored all the drawing papers in the closet without looking at