Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 478

Chapter 478

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Todd said, “No matter how wealthy we are, we can’t buy you a magic pill for regret. You’ve seen how determined Ellie is to leave you. Show her some respect and keep your dignity. Don’t bother her anymore!”

Nancy struggled to get up, grasping Alex’s hand and pleading through tears, “Alex, your older brother is gone, Grandpa has passed away too. You have the entire Warren Group, the Warren family, and us–your dad and me–on your shoulders.

“How are we supposed to go on like this? I’m begging you, let it go!”

+13)

Alex lifted his gaze, his blurred vision lingering on his parents for a long while. His bloodshot eyes were wet at the corners. After a moment of silence, he finally spoke with difficulty. “Mom, Dad, I promise you. You both rest well. I’m heading to the office.”

As Alex turned to leave, he clumsily knocked over the metal coat rack behind him, causing a loud crash. Watching Alex’s unsteady steps, Nancy cried out of heartache.

At eight AM sharp, Alex entered the office. His intense presence made everyone around him feel like they were walking on eggshells, with Barry and Chris being the most affected.

without taking a single break

them into the car,” Alex instructed Barry before getting up to head to the

last minute to cover in the emergency room, switching her from outpatient duty with

8 PM until 8 AM the next day, so she was taking this time to rest.

someone

saw Barry standing not far away with a pot

awkwardly turned to look at

front door

unlocked.”

looked down, and walked away.

a hurry, “I’m here to drop off

Carlos to take care of those

as Ellie left without looking back and reluctantly asked, “Mr.

Alex said in a subdued voice as he watched Ellie depart.

planted by Carlos himself. Ellie had been learning to care for them since she was a child. No one but Ellie could take proper care

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Chapter 478