Love's Tangled Web (Alex and Ellie)

That evening at the Grant Manor, Diana specifically called Patrick and Winnie to her room, instructing Evan, the butler, to stay downstairs to prevent anyone frman grine upstairs.

"Ellie and Haley have known each other since childhood and have always been fierce rivals. So if Ellie is suspicious, something is going on!" Diana camestly explained everything to Patrick and Winnie.

Diana comumed. "You shouldn't intend to harm others, but you must be wary, Winnie. I understand how you feel, but with plastic surgery being so advanced nowadays, someone could completely change their appearance with just a photo."

Diana said, "Siner Haley claims she has amnesia and no relatives, she should be eager to accept the Janssen family's offer. She should want to confirm her identity through a DNA test more than anyone else."

Dana sai 1, "She's been avoiding and refusing to meet the family for over two months, and she also won't agree to a DNA test. That's just unusual"

Half an hour later, Patrick and Winnie of the Grant family came downstairs looking troubled. Without saying a word, they went back to their place. "Honey, what do you think about this Winnie asked Patrick, sitting in front of the dressing table, wanting his opinion. Patrick, the older brother of the Grant family, said, "There's always a reason behind every doubt, but since mom and dad have already promised Haley there won't be a DNA test, bringing it up again might not be a good idea.

Tor many years, my parents have gone to the sea to remember my sister. Running into Haley was unexpected. I get their urgent desire to acknowledge their daughter. It's my mistake that I didn't insist on a DNA test before bringing Haley home back then." Winnie got up and hung Patrick's coat, visibly upset. They say outsiders see it. Diana and Ms. Thompson are doubtful, and they might be right," she said, her voice filled with uncertainty.

Outside the door, under Haley's enchanting blue lenses were a pair of vicious eyes, as dangerous as the sharpest serpent's fangs

As soon as that troublemaker Diana returned, she hurried to call Patrick and Winnie, Haley had a bunch something was up. It turned out that Ellie had convinced Diana to come back and ask Winnie for a DNA test to verify Haley's true identity. Haley's hand holding the fruit platter began to shake uncontrollably. She had paid such a high price, undergone so many surgeries, and plotted for so long to get to where she was today. She absolutely couldn't agree to a DNA test.

If they did a DNA test and Haley wasn't the Janssen family's second daughter, Haley would lose any chance of getting ahead for good. She had to leave and go back to Jinerity to come up with another plan.

Haley, in her panic, awkwardly turned to leave. The fruit platter slipped from her hands and hit the floor with a loud crash.

In the room, Patrick and Winnie heard the noise and came out, their expressions changing as they saw the scene at the door. The couple exchanged a glance.

Haley was flustered, and after being caught, she defensively retorted, "I considered you family, yet you're plotting against me behind. my back. Winnie, noticing the conversation was overheard, openly a

admitted, "Quinlee, since you've already heard, let's sit down and talk it over."

Haley emotionally charged, pushed Winnie away. "Stop being fake! I know none of you truly want to accept me!"

Patrick discreetly pulled Winnie closer, creating distance from Haley

Haley was losing control, her voice rising in frustration. "I never wanted to join your family or recognize this connection. It was you who begged for my acknowledgment. I have this birthmark, and Mom has confirmed who I am. Why don't you believe it' Haley said. "Since you don't believe me, why not say y it to me?" Haley cried as she turned and walked away.

Patrick gave Winnie a look, prompting Winnie to stop Haley. "Quinlee, we're trying to keep up appearances so people don't talk."

"You pretend to accept me openly but setelly doubt me. It's so insuling. I'm done with this relationship. Even if I end up without a family or get sent abroad. I won't stay here and be humiliated!"

Haley was emotionally unstable and wanted to leave, but Winnie stopped her from going. Patrick discreetly moved behind Haley and quickly

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pulled a strand of her hair before stepping back.

Haley felt a sharp pain in her head and turned around. She saw Patrick a few steps away, tending to a potted plant, and relaxed, shifting her gaze

Patrick calmly approached Winnie. "Since the Janssen family agreed not to do the paternity test, let's not do it. We shouldn't let a few words from others disturbs or family's harmony"

Haley let out a quiet sigh of relief when Patrick decided not to proceed with the paternity testnoveldrama

Two days later, Ellie was doing her rounds when Alex suddenly appeared. In the hospital corridor, Ellie kept a two to three-step distance from Alex.

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the undeniable tiredness on Alex's face and his bloodshot eyes, Ellie couldn't help but frown.

Just yesterday, Alex called Ellie from an unknown number, threatening to break down her door. Ellie thought, "What happened to him today?" Giving a brief nod to her colleagues, Ellie said with no expression. "I'm busy, so be quick!"

Alex was quiet for a good while before he spoke. "Grandpa is critically ill in the ER. Do you want to come see him?" His voice was soft and humble, a change from his usual arrogance.

However, Ellie didn't believe him. Her first thought was that Alex was lying. "That's the Warren family's matter. You don't need to tell me.

Just a couple of days ago, Ellie had checked with Carlos's attending doctor, who said his condition was stable. Ellie's indifference deeply affected

Alex

Alex stood there, emotions swirling in his eyes, but he was holding back. He stared directly at Ellie without saying a word for quite a while. e felt u

uneasy under Alex's intense gaze and turned to leave.

"Ellie, you're more heartless than I imagined!" Alex's voice broke the silence, full of restrained emotion, but Ellie kept walking. It was a hard-earned realization, and she vowed not to look back, even for a moment. If she dared to, she deserved the consequences, Nancy and Todd saw Alex come alone. "So, did Ellie agree?" Nancy asked eagerly as soon as Alex exited the ER. Alex shook his head, too weary to speak.

"Before Carlos fell unconscious, he kept mumbling about Ellie. He must have had something to say to her. What will we do if Ellie refuses to come?" Nancy sighed deeply with concern.

Alex stood in the hallway, observing his parents who seemed utterly exhausted after staying up all day and night. His guilt and self-blame peaked at

that moment.

Todd and Nancy handled social interactions outside and took care of everyday needs at home. They had to look after Carlos and worry a matters; every task seemned crucial to them. Alex thought. But what about me? How do I repay them?" about Alex's

"Dad, Mom, it's my fault' Alex's voice cracked with despair, tears forming in his eyes. If it weren't for him, Ellie might have come to see Carlos, even in critical condition.