Love's Tangled Web (Alex and Ellie)

Facing the heartfelt confession from a man who had loved her for so many years and whom she knew so well, Ellie was deeply moved. However, she understood her situation better than anyone else, With a tearful look, Ellie took a couple of steps toward Leonard. "I'm really touched, but..."

"Don't" Leonard interrupted, his gaze filled with deep affection as he looked at Ellie, "Ellie, I like you, but you don't have to carry any burdens because of it. I just wanted you to know how determined I am. "If you don't have someone else in your heart right now, please give me a chance to show you who I really am. If, in the end, you still feel nothing

then I'll accept it."

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After speaking. Leonard gently held the bouquet of roses out to Ellie once again,

"Leonard..." Ellie gazed at the man in front of her-tall and slim, with glasses, looking gentle and refined.

Although Leonard didn't have much money or a prestigious family, every word he spoke carried weight, warming her heart. She thought that a man like him shouldn't be let down

Ellie hesitated when Leonard jumped in, "If you feel uncomfortable, then L

"We can give it a try," Ellie cut Leonard off, offering her answer before he could finish his sentence.

Leonard stood there, stunned. It took him a second to realize what had just happened. His eyes widened as he watched Ellie take the bouquet. leaving him frozen in place like an excited child. "Ellie, are you really giving me a chance?"

Ellie withdrew her gaze and studied Leonard in front of her-his eyes bright and filled with emotion. She paused for a few seconds in silence before nodding firmly. "If you don't mind, we can try dating for a while."

Meeting a good person at the right time in life somehow gave one endless courage and strength. She wanted to try to love herself and open her

heart to someone else.

"Can I ask you to dinner tonight?" Leonard said cautiously, and when Ellie nodded, he eagerly took her hand.

Ellie feh a little uncomfortable but didn't pull away.

Not far away, a black Bentley quietly parked in a temporary spot. Alex rolled down the window and looked at Ellie, who was holding a bouquet with one hand and being led by Leonard with the other. His expression was so grim. The atmosphere inside the luxury car was thick with tension. The driver and Barry dared not breathe too loudly.

Ellie, holding the roses in one hand and Leonard's hand in the other, walked quietly past the black Bentley. She kept her eyes straight ahead, not even slightly glancing to the side.

Leonard immediately spotted Alex sitting in the back seat, Following Alex's intense gaze, Leonard glanced at Ellie beside him.

Leonard had been Alex's doctor since he had ended up in the hospital after tumbling down the stairs. Though their interaction had been brief, there was some familiarity between them. Leonard wasn't stupid, especially considering the obvious look Alex had directed at Ellie.

Turning his head, Leonard politely nodded in Alex's direction and then walked away w

with Ellic

Even after Ellie and Leonard had long since gone, Alex remained stiff and still in the back seat of the car.

Harry, through the rearview mirror, observed Alex's grim and intimidating expression. He hesitated, unsure whether to speak up.

Around 9 p.m. Leonard walked Ellie to the elevator of her apartment building, reluctant to leave. "Ellie, I don't want to put any pressure on you. If at any point during this relationship, I make you uncomfortable, please tell me.

Tye told you that I like you and want to be with you, but if you find someone better, just let me know, and I'll walk away without making things difficult for you. I promise."

Filie looked at Lestand, once again moved by his sincerity. With rare playfulness, she joked, "Leonard, are you here to save me?" Leonard smiled and

and said, "Maybe."

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Ellie thought. What is love really like? Perhaps it's being deeply drawn to someone even after seeing his worst side, always thinking about whether he's hungry, sick, hurt, or feeling down

Life suddenly ich so lucky. She realized that she could just be herself in front of Leonard without any psychological burden. If she could, and if she were lucky enough, she hoped they could work together to improve and become each other's support. Drive safe, and text me when you get home," Ellie said and went into the elevator.

When the elevator door opened, Ellie hadn't even stepped out before someone rushed at her.

"What are you doing here?" Seeing Alex, Ellie's expression immediately darkened. "Did you go to my house?"

Alex stood blocking the elevator door, not letting her out. Ellie stepped forward, shoving him. "What do you want from me? Why are you bothering my family?

Alex's face darkened as he stepped closer, tossing the roses out of Ellie's hands. The strength between the two was obvious, and with just one hand, Alex pinned her in place, while his other hand slammed the elevator door shut.

As the elevator slowly descended, Ellie fought back fiercely, using both hands and feet against Alex. When her hands got sore, she bat.

"Stop moving!" Alex suddenly crouched down and lifted Ellie with ease.

Ellie's head spun as Alex carried her upside down, her legs trapped in his arms. No matter how much she struggled, she couldn't muster any strength. Even if she tried to bite, she couldn't find a place to do so, "Put me down! You're crazy!" she yelled

Ellie cursed and struggled to the first floor. Alex carried her out of the elevator and through the entire neighborhood, Barry stood by the car, watching Alex carry someone out. He quickly opened the back door.

Alex shoved Ellie into the backseat of the luxury car and said to the driver, "Get

+ out!*

The driver was startled, and quickly jumped out of the car

Sweat formed on Ellie's body, and her hair, drenched in sweat, stuck to her forehead. She kept taking deep breaths, trying to steady herself. Ellie tried to pull at the handle a few times, only to find that the door was locked. She reached into her pocket and then realized her phone was missing. Turning back to Alex, she found him staring at her with a dark expression

Her gaze slowly shifted downward and landed on her phone, which Alex was holding

Ellie went o

went quiet for a few seconds.noveldrama

The backseat of the Bentley, with its luxury seats, was divided by a central console. They locked eyes across the gap. Ellie could feel Alex's dangerous gaze fixed on her, but he said nothing and an unexplainable sense of unease crept into her chest. It was late at night, and he had comered her at the elevator entrance and forcibly shoved her into his car. She knew that he definitely wasn't going to just sit there and stare at her without saying a word.