- Chapter 621
- Tonight, Ellie had finally taken the initiative. She called Alex to thank him, invited him to dinner, and even offered to return his repaired pants. But he turned her down flat. Now, karma was biting him in the back.
- Back in his bedroom, Alex couldn’t sleep. He picked up his phone, hesitated, and then finally sent Ellie a message.
- The next morning. Ellie saw the message Alex had sent her at 4 am. She didn’t reply. Today, she had to pack up some essentials and move them to the new house.
- She also needed to finish setting up the kids‘ rooms so they could move in soon. The daily hour–long commute to drop the kids off at school and get to work was becoming too much.
- Around eight in the morning, just as Ellie stepped out of her door, Alex called. “Why didn’t you reply to my message?” Alex sounded displeased.
- “I was busy,” Ellie replied.
- “I’m convenient today,” Alex said.
- “I don’t have time today,” Ellie replied.
- Both fell silent. Then Alex hung up the phone. Another tantrum!‘ Ellie thought, unable to suppress her frustration.
- An hour later, Alex returned to his office after the morning meeting, his face stormy. Two executives who came in to report nervously avoided eye contact, silently pleading with Chris for help.
- “Mr. Warren, these are the new heads of the sales department.” Chris stepped in, trying to ease the tension.
- Alex snapped out of his thoughts, forcing down the frustration as he focused on work. About twenty minutes later, the two executives left the office. Alex stood up, took off his suit jacket, and tossed it onto the couch in the lounge area.
- He asked Chris, “A while ago, when your girlfriend chased you around the street with a kitchen knife threatening to break up, how did you smooth things over?”
- “What?” Chris was caught off guard by the sudden question.
- Alex, visibly annoyed, tugged at his shirt collar and headed towards the liquor cabinet. Realizing what was happening, Chris looked embarrassed. “Mr. Warren, this isn’t something I can talk about!”
- Alex asked, “What’s there to hide?”
- Chris adjusted his glasses, reluctantly responding, “It was everyone–my parents, my sister, my aunt, my cousins–all helping to persuade her. I just didn’t fight back or argue.”
- Alex leaned against the liquor cabinet, clearly skeptical. “That simple?”
- Chris said, “If all else fails, just hug her, kiss her, or, you know… do that. That usually works.”
- Alex asked, “Do what exactly?”
- “Uh…” Chris stammered, feeling the pressure. “Mr. Warren, if you’re having a fight with your girlfriend, just swallow your pride, apologize, and maybe give her a kiss or a gift. Most of the time, that’ll smooth things over.”
- Chris, feeling cornered, blurted out a mix of advice, some genuine, some not. “Apologize and kiss her?” Alex admired his own reflection in the mirror surface of the liquor cabinet, carefully adjusting his hair.
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- As the workday neared its end, Carl invited Alex to join him at a bar.
- “No, I’m heading home to sleep,” Alex declined, his mood still sour.
- At the Zerikith, Unit 7, as Alex entered the elevator, he saw Ellie struggling with two large boxes. Their eyes met, and Ellie paused. As the elevator doors closed, Alex pulled her inside.
- Alex shoved his hands into his suit pockets, looking down at Ellie with a stern expression. “Mr. Warren?” Ellie hadn’t expected to run into Alex here and greeted him first. To her surprise, Alex snorted and turned away.
- Ellie was confused. She shifted the boxes in her arms, her view partially blocked. She could sense Alex’s reluctance to engage, so she moved to one side of the elevator, giving him space.
- The elevator continued to ascend, and after waiting for a while without hearing anything from Ellie, Alex turned back around. Seeing the two large boxes towering above her head, he said nothing but reached out to take them.
- “Which floor?” Alex asked, his face still grim.
- Ellie replied, “Nineteen.”
- Alex hesitated, then asked, “Visiting a friend?”
- Ellie answered honestly, “No, I’m moving in here.”
- Alex turned his head away, seemingly amused. Ellie thought she heard him chuckle and looked up at his back. “What are you laughing at?”
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- Until Ellie stepped out of the elevator, she didn’t understand what Alex’s chuckle meant. After all the twists and turns, she found out that she and Alex had become neighbors.
- Ellie opened her door and reached out to take the boxes from Alex. But Alex, using his height to his advantage, raised his arm and carried the box straight into her apartment.
- “Anything else left to move?” Alex asked, setting the box down and glancing around the living room.
- “Most of its done. There are just some loose items in the car. I’ll take care of them slowly, Ellie replied, opening the two large boxes and starting to sort through their contents.
- Alex stood behind her, his gaze fixed on her for a long moment. Then he stepped closer. “Give me your car keys. I’ll bring the rest up while you keep unpacking here.”
- “No need, Mr. Warren. You’ve got your own things to do. I can handle this,” Ellie said politely.
- Alex frowned at her formal tone. Without waiting for her to protest further, he bent down, plucked the car keys from her jacket pocket, and turned to leave.
- At this point, Alex wasn’t angry anymore. He had forgotten the harsh words he had said earlier that morning. After staying up half the night due to a nightmare, he felt refreshed and energetic, ready to help Ellie move her belongings.
- Ellie sighed, letting him have his way. Soon, Ellie was unpacking upstairs while Alex made trip after trip to bring up the remaining items from her car. What would’ve been a one–person job turned into a two–person effort, and they finished quickly.
- Ellie checked the time–it was already past 8 p.m. She turned to see Alex casually wandering around her apartment, seemingly in no hurry to leave. She hesitated, then walked over to him.
- “I’ve been helping you all evening. You’re not going to send me off without dinner, are you?” Alex said, cutting her off before she could speak.
- “I can order you some takeout,” Ellie offered, picking up her phone. She hadn’t moved in fully yet, so her kitchen was empty.
- Alex shook his head. “My stomach’s been acting up lately. I can’t eat takeout. Just come over to my place and whip up something simple.”
- Ellie stood there with her phone in hand, unsure of what to do.
- mach hand figure her
- “I have ingredients in my fridge. You can figure something out,” Alex said, leading her to his apartment before stepping away to take a call.
- Ellie took off her jacket, left it on the couch, tied up her hair, and put on an apron. She rummaged through Alex’s fridge, pulling out ingredients to make him a quick meal.
- About ten minutes later, Alex emerged from the shower, wearing a white robe and drying his short hair with a towel. He paused, watching Ellie move around the kitchen with focused efficiency. There was something oddly familiar about the
- scene.
- Alex’s hand stilled as he remembered the first time he’d seen her after getting out of prison. Back then, he’d thought she was not only stunning but also the kind of woman who’d make a good partner.
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- The fact that she was a widow had bothered him at first, but now even Nancy was pushing him to consider second marriages. He thought, ‘A widow shouldn’t be a problem, right?‘ A small smile tugged at his lips.
- The aroma of the cooking food filled the air, and Alex relaxed on the couch, draping Ellie’s jacket over himself. His eyes stayed glued to her as she worked in the kitchen.
- When Ellie finally came out to call him for dinner, she found him fast asleep, her jacket still covering him. “Mr. Warren,” Ellie called softly, but he was fast asleep. She retrieved her coat and turned to leave.
- After a few steps, she paused. She wondered, ‘He was texting me at 4 a.m. last night. What was he even doing up that late?‘ She glanced back at him, now sleeping soundly.
- Noticing his bedroom door was ajar, Ellie went in to grab a blanket. As she pulled the thin comforter off the bed, something fell to the floor with a soft thud. She bent down and picked up a small red drum.
- For a long moment, she just stood there, frozen. “That day at school, my daughter gave him a gift but didn’t let me see it. So this is what it was–this small drum, Ellie thought.
- Memories flooded her mind–five years ago, when Alex had found out she was pregnant. He’d broken out of prison to see her, covered in blood, emerging from a baby store with this drum in hand.
- He’d been completely out of his mind back then. In the end, he never got to meet her or their child. All that remained was this red drum. Ellie felt her eyes grow damp.
- Back in the living room, she covered Alex with the blanket and left quietly. “Ellie, come home with me!” Alex murmured in his sleep. Startled, Ellie turned around sharply.
- Looking at the sleeping Alex on the sofa, Ellie’s heart raced. ‘He’s just talking in his sleep,’ she thought, feeling a mix of emotions she couldn’t quite name. She reached into her pocket, pulled out the drum, and placed it quietly beside him before leaving.
- The next morning, Alex woke up on the sofa. Seeing the blanket, he rubbed his head in frustration. He thought, ‘I finally got her to come over, and I fell asleep!‘
- He got up and walked into the dining area, where the dinner Ellie had made for him sat untouched. He hit himself again for falling asleep.
- Half an hour later, Alex was dressed and ready to go. He stood by his door, staring at Ellie’s. ‘She starts work at 8:30. It’s 7:30 now–perfect timing,‘ he thought.
- When standing by his door grew tiresome, Alex moved to the elevator. He shifted his weight from foot to foot, occasionally checking his reflection on his phone to make sure his styled hair was still in place. By 8 a.m., Ellie still hadn’t come out.
- ‘Did she oversleep because she was tired from last night?‘ Alex wondered. He pulled out his phone and called her. Thankfully, she picked up.
- “Ellie, you’re going to be late for work. Why aren’t you out yet?” Alex said, clearing his throat.
- “Mr. Warren, I’m already at the hospital,” Ellie replied. Alex paused, realizing she had already left without him noticing.
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- Two days later, in the CFO office of the Warren Grup 1 ayros e in like a whiteind
- Alex was seated at his deck, a document in hand pray for his grave e glanced up at Layton Didit your wife tell your to stay away from me? What are you doing her
- Layton flashed a mischievous grin. “We’re brothers, Abe. Thick as thieves she can’t keep me away: 36. spill it—what’s the deal with the achord incident?
- Alex feigned ignorance, his eyes dropping back to the downment Whar meident
- “Ellie’s kids got bullied at school, and you swooped in, bought out Clank Sheppard’s shares in it Group at a bargain price. and forced him to move his family abroad, and even got Barry appointed at the new principal. You think I didn’t notice?”
- Layton’s sharp eyes locked onto Alex’s expression. Alex set the document down and rated an eyebrow. “You really want in know**
- “Cut the crap,” Layton waved dismissively.
- “Too bad. I’m not telling” Alex shot back, giving Layton a look that screamed. (Good luck figuring it out
- Layton took a deep breath, then chuckled. He pulled out his phone, opened a photo, and shoved it in Alex’s face. “Check this out. Your wedding photo with your girlfriend.”
- “Bull.” Alex muttered, glancing at the screen. The photo showed him on a beach, holding hands with a woman whose face was turned toward the ocean.
- Alex pushed the phone away, but Layton shoved it back. “Take a closer look. Don’t you remember?”
- Alex stared at Layton, who gave him a knowing look. “Fine, let me see,” Alex said, reaching for the phone. Layton quickly pulled it back.
- “Nope, not letting you see!” He was certain Alex hadn’t recognized the woman in the photo as Ellie.
- Barry, standing nearby, watched the exchange silently. Anyone who knew the truth would wonder if Alex had started remembering his past with Ellie and the kids.
- But from the looks of it, Alex was still clueless. He just had a thing for Ellie–his taste hadn’t changed, even if his memory
- had.
- “So, I heard you’re taking Todd and Nancy to Bondie Private Hospital this afternoon to meet Orion?” Layton changed the subject.
- At the mention of Orion, Alex’s expression turned serious. This day had come later than expected, but it wasn’t too late. At least his parents were still alive, the Warren family was still intact, and the Warren Group was still standing.
- **
- Later that afternoon, at Bondie Private Hospital. At Orion’s request, Ellie was to remove the bandages from his face before Alex brought their parents to the hospital.
- “I can’t do it. I’ll wait outside,” Linda Janssen said nervously, turning to leave.
- Orion reached out and caught her wrist. “Linda, you’re the one who’s been taking care of me. You should do it.”
- “But I’m so nervous! Orion.” Linda clenched her fists, her voice trembling.
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- When she first started caring for Orion, she hadn’t been afraid, even when half his face was severely injured. She had handled every dressing change and post–op care without flinching. But now, for the final bandage removal, she was a bundle
- of nerves.
- ‘Don’t be scared, Linda. Orion trusts you, Ellie said, handing her the scissors.
- Just give me a minute, Orion, Linda said, taking deep breaths to calm herself.
- “It’s okay. I believe in you,” Orion said, releasing her wrist. With Ellie’s guidance, Linda carefully removed the bandages from Orion’s face.
- ‘Orion, you look amazing! Linda was the first to see Orion’s fully healed face, and she burst into tears.
- “Congratulations, Mr. Warren. Your face has completely recovered,” Ellie said, genuinely happy for the Warren family as she looked at Orion’s face, which bore a striking resemblance to Alex’s.
- “Thank you, Dr. Thompson. You’ve done an incredible job,” Orion said.
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- “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.
- “Orion!” Nancy rushed in, tears streaming down her face as she saw Orion alive and well. She threw her arms around him, sobbing uncontrollably.
- “Orion, is it really you?” Todd touched his son’s face, tears welling up in his eyes.
- “Mom, Dad, I’m so sorry!” Orion knelt before his parents; his voice choked with emotion. The reception area was filled with the sound of a family reunited, crying together.
- “Mom, this is a happy occasion. Don’t cry too much; you’ll make yourself sick,” Alex said, his eyes red as he helped his parents up. Ellie and Linda stepped in to assist.
- “We’ll give you some privacy,” Ellie said, leading Linda out of the room so the Warrens could talk.
- “Dr. Thompson, I’m so envious of Orion,” Linda said, her tears still flowing as they stepped into the hallway. Ellie looked at Linda, her heart aching for Linda. Linda was an orphan, with no family to call her own.
- “Linda, we’re your family now. You can think of me as your sister. If you ever need anything, just ask me,” Ellie said softly.
- Linda laughed through her tears. “I’m just not used to emotional moments like this. I’m fine on my own, really. I’m used to it.” Tears still streaming down her face, Linda managed to force a smile at Ellie.
- Ellie felt a pang of helplessness, unsure 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 looked out at the bustling cityscape of Jaslands.
- “Linda, one day you’ll find love, have children, and build your own family. Keep hoping for a brighter tomorrow,” Ellie said.
- Linda turned to Ellie. “Dr. Thompson, do you still believe in love?” Ellie stared out the window, unable to answer.
- “Ellie.” Alex’s voice broke the silence.
- Ellie turned to see Alex and his parents exiting the room. She and Linda approached. “I’ll go check on Orion,” Linda said, hurrying back into the room.
- Seeing Linda trot into the ward, Nancy turned to Ellie. “Dr. Thompson, was that the nurse taking care of Orion?”
- “Linda isn’t just Orion’s nurse. She’s also his therapist, his friend, and she’s been taking care of him since he returned. She’s been there for him every step of the way,” Ellie explained, hoping to give Linda the recognition she deserved.
- “No wonder Orion kept looking for her. Thank you, Dr. Thompson,” Nancy said, tears welling up again as she glanced back at the room. “Dr. Thompson, can I speak with you privately?”
- Nancy looked at Ellie hesitantly. Ellie glanced at Alex, who gave her a nod. “Mom, Ellie’s agreed,” Alex said, gently pushing Ellie toward his mother.
Love Her English Novel Chapter 621-625
Love Her English Novel Chapter 621-625
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Love Her English Novel
Status: Completed Native Language: English
