Chapter 20 Ellie noticed the clerk’s awkward look, which only made her cheeks flush. She shifted her gaze to Alex, who was completely absorbed in the necklace, oblivious to her…

Chapter 19 Maybe it was Alex’s late-night call or just the struggle of settling into a new place, but Ellie couldn’t sleep a wink. The next morning, her alarm clock…

Chapter 18 After saying goodbye to her brother, Ellie rushed to the bar where she worked part-time. She’d missed out on an interview last time because Haley called her back…

Chapter 17 “If I lose, I’ll do whatever you say,” Alex replied. “No bet,” Ellie said quietly, lowering her gaze. If she could, she’d rather just leave this place forever….

Chapter 16 Around six or seven in the evening, the night market was buzzing with activity. Alex pulled Ellie to a stop behind a car and pointed ahead. “Ellie, check…

Chapter 15 Alex’s expression softened. “Ellie, you’ve been part of the Warren family for years. If you ever side with them, I’ll make sure you know better,” he said with…

Chapter 14 Alex stormed into the room, making it feel even more confined. There were no windows, just a small bed, an old desk with a few books, a desk…

Chapter 13 Late at night, Jaslands Hospital was calm, the soft lights casting a warm glow in the quiet halls. Earlier, Haley had caused quite a stir at the hotel…

Chapter 12 Ellie felt the sting of Alex’s words, a reminder of the years her family had shown gratitude to the Warrens, now a bitter pill to swallow. It was…

Chapter 11 Aaron flashed her a weak smile, trying to play it cool. “Alex dropped his phone and swore I was the one who bumped into him. Now he’s demanding…