NovelEnglishChapter 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 an apology and cash to cover the damage," he said, clearly trying to downplay the situation.
Ellie shot a glare at Alex, who was sporting a cocky smirk. His provocation was as clear as day, and it took all she had not to snap back.
She was in the know about his shenanigans, including his role in Aaron's last run-in with the law. She got Alex's M.O., and she knew Aaron's stubborn streak-he'd never cop to something he didn't do.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBut she bit her tongue. It was obvious he was on a power trip. In this town, Alex's word carried weight, and the hotel was owned by his buddy Layton. If Alex said Aaron was at fault, that was pretty much the end of the story.
Ellie was at a loss when Haley showed up, tugging Aaron away. "Con, let's get out of here," Ellie added, trying to defuse the tension.
But Alex wasn't letting it go. "What's the matter, pretty boy? Need your sister to fight for you?" he jeered. Aaron gritted his teeth, trying to stay calm. "Hey, don't go there "Im going there," Alex shot back, his bravado on full display as he took a swing at Aaron.
Layton stepped in, pulling Alex away, while Ellie and Haley held Aaron back, trying to keep the peace in the midst of the chaos.
"Aaron," Ellie cried, her voice cracking as she held onto her brother's arm, feeling the tension in his body. "Please, just walk away. Let's leave this behind, okay?" Aaron was in no position to fight: If he won, he'd have to cover Alex's medical bills. If he lost, he'd end up in the hospital and still be stuck with the costs.
Either way, it was a disaster waiting to happen. They were already strapped for cash, and Alex's wrath would only make things worse.
"Alex, you hit him again, and you're dealing with me, Haley warned, her voice shaking as she hurled her designer bag at him in a fit of anger.
Alex sidestepped the bag with ease, then laughed. "Haley, his family's so broke they're practically living in a barn. You're not seriously thinking about going from riches to rags for him, are you?" The crowd roared with laughter, and Haley's face turned beet red with embarrassment as speople recognized her.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmEllie's heart ached as she watched her brother, his eyes glistening with unshed tears, as he fought to keep his emotions in check. She felt a mix of heartbreak and despair, Aaron noticed Haley's discomfort and, with a deep breath to steady his nerves, he walked over and took her hand. "Haley, let's get out of here," he said softly.
As Haley turned to leave with Aaron, Alex seemed to take it personally. The crowd gasped as Alex grabbed Aaron by the collar, his voice low but threatening. "I'm giving you a break because of her. Apologize, and you can walk away." His words were loaded, and his eyes held a challenge that was almost palpable, causing Ellie's heart to lurch.
172 11:13 Fri, Jan 24 TG Chapter H Aaron met Alex's stare with a calm resolve. Tm not apologizing for something I didn't do, he stated firmly.
Haley, clearly annoyed, rolled her eyes. "Alex, stop trying to mess with us, she snapped.
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Alex's gaze fixated on Aaron's hand holding Haley's, his eyes turning dark and menacing. "So principled, are we? Then pay for my phone. As a favor to an old acquaintance, I'll give you a discount-30 thousand. Hand it over, and you're free to leave." Aaron's response was unwavering. "I won't admit to something didn't do. Go ahead, call the cops."
With a menacing step forward, Alex sneered at Aaron. "What do you have to be proud of, Aaron? Don't forget, you've been wearing my brother's cast-offs since you were a kid,
Without those thin old ties between our families, you wouldn't even be even worthy of his hand-me-downs. A Rf guy like you is better off sifting through garbage." 2/2
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