Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 625

“You two talk. I’ll go greet your family,” Ellie said, leaving the room to give them privacy.

It had been nearly six months since Linda agreed to be Orion’s 24–hour private nurse. In that time, she had been hurt by him countless times, often crying and saying she couldn’t do it anymore. But she always stayed. Mark hadn’t chosen wrong.

Linda’s warm, sunny personality and her professional expertise had not only helped Orion’s physical wounds heal quickly but had also mended his emotional scars. Orion’s recovery was as much Linda’s achievement as it was his own.

“Orion, this is amazing! Your face is finally healed!” Linda’s voice trembled with emotion. Orion reached out, and Linda quickly took his hand, guiding him.

“Thank you, Linda,” Orion said, standing up from his wheelchair and gently embracing her. “My eyes still need time to heal, so I’ll need your help a little longer.”

“Orion, it’s my job. You don’t have to thank me,” Linda said, tears streaming down her face.

Hearing movement at the door, Orion released her and sat back in his wheelchair. Linda wiped her tears, draped a blanket over his legs, and wheeled him out to the reception area.

as she saw Orion alive

son’s face, tears welling up in his

Dad, I’m so sorry!” Orion knelt before his parents; his voice choked with emotion. The reception area was

much; you’ll make yourself sick,” Alex said, his eyes

you some privacy,” Ellie said, leading Linda out of the room so the

Ellie looked at Linda, her heart

we’re your family now. You can think of me as your sister. If you ever need

on my own, really. I’m used to it.” Tears

of how to comfort the kind–hearted girl standing before her. Gently, she took Linda’s hand and led her to the window, where they both

love, have children, and build your own family. Keep hoping for a brighter tomorrow,” Ellie said.

Thompson, do you still believe in love?” Ellie stared out the window, unable

voice broke the silence.

Linda approached. “I’ll go

trot into the ward, Nancy turned to Ellie. “Dr.