Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 25

At 8 PM, Aaron made his fifth call. The phone rang for what felt like forever, but still no answer.

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He remained hopeful. “Her parents have never liked me, so they probably don’t want us to see each other today. Let’s not make it awkward; we can talk later.”

He checked the time and added, “I need to swing by the hotel dorm to grab my stuff. I’ll drop you off first”

Ellie felt a pang of concern for Aaron. She grabbed his arm as they walked. Tm off tomorrow, so I’ll go with you to the hotel. And you better treat me to some beef stew afterward!”

her brother Aaron headed to the Earl Hotel, where Aaron used to work part–time. The entrance was lined with luxury cars,

but then shrugged it off. The Earl Hotel belonged to Layton,

spent half

Ellie through the employee entrance and into the lobby. They were on their way to the dormitory to

Ellie and Aaron looked over to see Haley in a

champagne tower and a multi–layered cake, Alex opened a jewelry box and placed an expensive pink, diamond necklace around Haley’s neck. He looked at her warmly

a sharp pain in her heart, almost forgetting to breathe. She knew the necklace was for Haley, but seeing

not to cry. He seemed calm. like a bystander. Ellie reached for his hand,

Aaron?” Ellie asked softly, not wanting to disturb the cheering crowd. Staying would only make him more

suit, his