Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 168

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In response, Ellie kicked out, aiming for Alex’s groin! The next second, he grabbed her leg and yanked her forward, leaving her momentarily weightless as he pushed her onto the bed behind them.

Before Ellie could even begin to rise, he pinned her down. Their bodies pressed together, and the cold metal of his belt brushed against her. Her heart raced uncontrollably as she stared wide–eyed at Alex, frozen in place.

Alex firmly pinned Ellie’s arms above her head with one hand while propping himself up beside her with the other, looking down at the struggling Ellie, who was desperately trying to hold her breath. Finally, he spoke, “Can we talk properly now?”

Seeing Ellie nod obediently, Alex’s demeanor softened, and the intensity in his voice decreased. “Listen to me, you have to refuse this kinship acknowledgement.”

Ellie opened her mouth, her hesitation palpable. If she provoked him right now, he might do something reckless.

Alex’s attention drifted to her slightly parted lips, desire swirling in his gaze, making his breaths become heavier.

Fighting against the raw urge to close the distance between them, heed to maintain control.

had never been with a man, she

to see

intentions so clear, she would

had acted out of line,

free, she kicked

foot, felt no pain as he stood up beside the bed. He watched as Ellie dove into the covers to grab her phone and call for help, making Alex’s forehead

he took two steps to her side and snatched her phone from her hands. Then, he slammed

up the shattered remains

to wipe the

me handle mine! This has nothing to do with you,”

her glare, determination lining his expression.

locking his gaze onto Ellie’s. “Ellie, remember this:

shouting back, “Why

gaze pierced through Ellie’s soul, and they locked eyes for what felt like an eternity. Finally,

could reply, he abruptly released her and stormed toward the open balcony door.

Ellie yelled, her heart racing as she lunged to