Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 27

Aaron remained composed. Ellie away.

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Atex you’re right. I haven’t been the best brother. I’ll do better. Excuse us,” he said, then guided

Perhaps it was Aaron’s calm demeanor or Ellie’s silence that set Alex off. He lunged for Ellie’s shoulder, but Aaron swiftly blocked him. The crowd gasped as the two began to grapple.

“Alex!” Layton stepped in, pulling them apart. Ellie held back Aaron, while Haley stood with her parents, not getting involved.

Aaron. “Aaron, you’ve been waiting for Haley’s birthday. You must have a gift for her, right?”

at Haley, but she quickly turned away. “It’s none of your business,”

narrowed, focusing on the thin pocket of Aaron’s slacks. Before Aaron could finish, Alex’s men were right in front of him.

was in Aaron’s pocket: the engagement ring he’d

those two always argue?” Layton

forced a

silence, Layton added, “Haley’s parents are watching. We can’t let them keep fighting. Who’s your pick? I’ll help that one.”

nodded quickly. Thanks, Layton.”

chaotic three–way struggle. Layton attacked Aaron, giving Alex

but Layton blocked him. The item flew into the air and landed with a thud on the floor; a ring rolled

eyes welled up with anger and regret, Layton and Alex were