Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 508

A few days later, Ellie stood at the entrance with her suitcase in hand and said, “I just need to clear my head for a bit and will return in a few days.”

Her family assumed Ellie wanted to be alone to process her emotions regarding Alex, so they didn’t try to stop her.

“It’s wise to get some fresh air. Many cities have been experiencing rain lately; please take care,” Joanna repeatedly advised Ellie as she prepared to leave.

“I’ll just wander around for a few days and I’ll be back soon,” Ellie reassured her family, lowering her gaze to hide the guilt that flashed in her eyes. Once she returned, she hoped to share a peaceful life with them.

“Ellie.” Just as she was about to leave, Alex’s parents walked in.

drenched from the rain and their clothes muddy, obviously showing they had fallen, Ellie set down her

Nancy was shaking when Nancy held her hand. The dark circles under Nancy’s eyes indicated she hadn’t slept well for

Nancy exclaimed, “Ellie, has Alex come looking for

head. Nancy continued,

family like a bolt of lightning. Ellie’s heart sank, confusion swirling in her mind. The family exchanged worried glances; it

Nancy cried. “With just

Nancy cried helplessly, Ellie felt overwhelmed. ‘Why would Alex risk everything just to see me?‘

find him.” Aaron

get him to turn himself in. Otherwise, he will

Jason said, quickly leaving the house

stood at the entrance, staring at her suitcase, feeling completely numb. ‘You crazy man. What are you planning to do?‘ With everything that had just happened, she couldn’t possibly leave