Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 40

As they approached, Ellie saw Nancy, Alex’s mom, pacing anxiously outside the ER. She had a pretty good idea who was inside.

“Ellie!” Nancy waved her over. Ellie had no choice but to meet her at the door.

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“I’m so glad you’re here. Alex is injured, but he’s being stubborn and has already chased away two doctors. Please go check him,” she explained.

Ellie hesitated, glancing at the ER door. “Nancy, I’m just an intern in the plastic surgery department. I can’t treat him,” she said

Just then, the ER door opened, and Dr. Vance Tate, the chief, emerged with another doctor. “Ellie, don’t worry about the rules, Mr. Warren’s main injury is a cut on his forehead. It’s not goo serious. Your suturing skills are excellent. I trust you, Vance assured her.

Ellie was still reluctant to see Alex. “Dr. Tate, I’m just an intern,” she protested.

Vance pulled her aside. “Ellie, do you want to become a full–time staff member? If you handle this well and Alex recovers. I’ll make sure you get promoted early,” he offered.

early promotion caught Ellie’s attention. She felt a

stepped into the operating room and bent down to pick up a hemostat that had dropped on the

back onto the tray with a casual flick.

got closer and said firmly.

and even with her face masked, he could tell she was frowning. “Who are you frowning at? If you don’t want to treat

his comments, Ellie confidently pressed him

made Alex wince and clutch his head.

focused and meticulous as she examined Alex’s injuries. The more he complained, the

leg and sweating, “Are you even capable?” he demanded.

“If you’re not satisfied, you can choose another doctor,” she said, turning to leave.

Alex groaned, grabbing her arm with one hand while holding

off his hand. “You’ll need stitches, so brace yourself, she said.

bolted upright at the mention of stitches, “What do you

exclaimed.

need