Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 20

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Ellie noticed the clerk’s awkward look, which only made her checks flush. She shified her gaze to Alex, who was completely absorbed in the necklace, oblivious to her discomfort. She felt urge to just turn around and leave

“Ellic, put this on so I can see how it looks, Alex sail, gesturing for her to come closer.

“I’d rather let the staff show this to you. It’s not really my style, e protested.

With a firm grip on her shoulder, Alex pulled her closer. “What did you think I brought you here for?

Before she could respond, the cold metal of the necklace touch her skin, making her tense up. Alex’s warm breath tickled her ear, and the contrast of his warmth with the cool necklace was overwhelming.

She knew the necklace wasn’t for her, but her palms started to seat, and she couldn’t bring herself to look in the mirror. “Wow, I’m so jealous of that girl. Her boyfriend is so hot, one gi gushed.

“Her necklace is from Vogue Kaleidoscope’s latest collection–austom pink diamond, and it’s worth millions, another chimed in.

Look at how he’s putting that necklace on

comments and glanced at Alex. He seemed unfazed by the attention. She looked down, hiding her feelings, reminding herself that the necklace and the affectionate gaze weren’t

asked, tilting her chin up so she could see herself in

the other on her shoulder. His eyes were locked on her reflection, a soft smile on his lips, and a warm look in his eyes.

so close that Ellie could feel his breath if she turned her head. But she knew

of wonder in her eyes. Tm

beautiful,” Ellie replied sofily, and Alex finally removed the

they were leaving, a staff member handed Alex a small black velvet box. This is a special bracelet for our premium customers to celebrate the tenth anniversary

“Here, take it,” he said, shoving the box into Ellie’s hand and leading her

the box. She

but didn’t take the box. “It’s a gift, but even it wasn’t, it’s not like you

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