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.

pointing at Aaron. “Aaron, you’ve been waiting for Haley’s birthday. You must have

Haley, but she quickly turned away. “It’s none

Aaron’s slacks. Before Aaron could finish, Alex’s men were right in front of him. Sensing

what was in Aaron’s

those two always argue?” Layton casually asked Ellie.

forced a smile.

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.

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

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

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