Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 502

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In this lifetime, Alex felt utterly defeated. He had let down his grandfather, his parents, and even Orion. Above all, he owed a tremendous debt to Ellie and the entire Thompson family.

Because of him, Ellie had gone through so much hardship and suffering. To restore her peaceful life, he believed that Ethan must die.

With a fiery anger in his eyes, Alex scanned the crowd around him. Whispers of concern surrounded him–his mother’s desperate pleas and the anxious murmurs of friends filled the air.

and looking his way. His eyes shimmered with tears as an

wasn’t about him. Still, in that moment, he let himself believe there was still a place for him in Ellie’s heart–no matter in what form that might

held their breath; only Ethan’s reckless taunts

knees. She grasped Alex’s leg, weeping. “Alex, your brother is gone. If anything happens to you, how could your father and I possibly go

that gun immediately.” Nancy frantically struck her son’s leg.

intervene. “Ellie, you must persuade Alex. If he fires that shot, it could be murder. What will happen to his parents

glanced at Alex and her

Ellie, you are just as crazy!” Layton exclaimed in frustration, stamping his foot before rushing to plead with Alex.

gaze, acutely aware of all the eyes on her. She could hear the murmurs and discussions swirling around, leaving her in a whirlwind of emotions,

there are countless ways to resolve this. Please don’t act on impulse.” Layton

Nancy cried out. “If you dare pull that trigger, I