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Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 201-A contract marriage?

Winston was close to fainting as he fought against the urge to slap Jasper.

However, he was the most puzzled by his daughter.

He thought it was outrageous enough that his brazen daughter went to serve as a war medic on the battlefield. To his dismay, she had gotten married without his knowledge In the three years she was gone. Worse, she was involved in a contract marriage with Jasper.

He really wanted to know what was going on in her mind.

Jasper felt his eyes growing heavy with tears. There was a suffocating burden on his chest.

Now that she was on the verge of leaving him for good and sealing the unhappy chapters of their lives during Newton’s birthday, Jasper demanded an answer for the separation.

“If I recall correctly, our first encounter happened three years ago. Why didn’t you reject Grandpa’s suggestion of marrying me? Why?” 1 Alyssa squinted at him without any feeling. “Why are you dwelling on the details after the divorce? Maybe I had nothing better to do than to get a taste of marriage. Grandpa happened to give me an opportunity to do so.” “Alyssa Taylor!” Jasper called her real name in anger. “What I need is an answer. I need your truth!” “Mr. Beckett, our past might be dark, but the future is bright. Let’s look to the future and leave the past behind.” She reached out for a handshake and continued, “We might be business rivals the next time we come across each other. I will not go easy on you, and I hope you will respect me as a worthy opponent by doing your best.” She had wanted to remind Jasper not to be held back by their past romance. On second thought, she rephrased her words because he had never loved her.

Jasper felt as though his heart was emptied. He breathed hard but could not bring himself to shake her hand. He feared that the handshake might be a last farewell.

She shrugged and entered the car without a care. Just as the car was about to leave, she rolled down the windows and stared at him. He felt his heart beating wildly, only to stiffen at what she said next.

“Mr. Beckett, see you at 9:00 am at the city hall,” The luxury car rolled past Jasper, its wheels seemingly crushing his heart.

Standing behind Jasper was Newton, who stealthily wiped away tears.

Meanwhile, Javier had an Inexplicable look on his face.

‘Oh, what? Do you finally appreciate her now that she’s left? Feeling regretful?” Newton snickered at his son.

lavier muttered, “Dad, I…” 1 You don’t need a paternal test to tell that Jasper is one of yours! The two of you are equally ignorant!” avier swallowed down his fury and frustration. It was unbelievable that the country girl with a medical background, who had kept a low rofile for three years, was revealed as the beloved daughter of the Taylor family right after her divorce from Jasper!

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 202-The Becketts might be one of the established elites in Solana City, but the stock price of the Beckett Group would have doubled following the news of the marriage with the Taylor Family.

Alas, it was too late.

In the dark of the night, Alyssa looked out of the window with a vacant look and an empty heart. She replayed the memory of Jasper’s shattered expression when he demanded to know why she had married him in the first place.

Somehow, looking at the frustration and indignance on his face, she felt like she had abandoned him.

She clenched her fist and shook her head hard. She reminded herself not to spare any sympathy for men, for that was how tragedies start.

Jasper couldn’t possibly fall in love with her now, not after she had waited for him for three years to no avail. Perhaps he had only pretended to look resentful and bitter in front of Winston to absolve himself of his cruelness in their marriage.

“So, why did you marry him?” Winston gritted his teeth and cracked his knuckles while staring at Alyssa. She rolled her eyes in frustration.” That’s enough. Stop grilling me. It’s all in the past anyway.” “In the past? Bullshit!” Winston’s roar sent the driver and Sean jolting in shock.

“My precious daughter was married to that Beckett bastard for three years without telling me. You even divorced him! Did you plan to keep it a secret from me forever had I not shown up to Mr. Beckett Senior’s birthday?” “Why did you attend the birthday event? Did Mr. Beckett Senior send you an invitation?” She went off on a tangent.

“Stop changing the topic!” “Uhm. She placed a finger on her lower lip. “I married Jasper Beckett because he was handsome.” “Handsome? Any one of my sons is better than Jasper Beckett!” “Well I couldn’t marry any one of them anyway.” Choking on anger, Winston hissed, “How much dowry did you receive from the Becketts? Jewelry? Stock options? And what about mansions and cars? Why didn’t I read anything in the media? Knowing Newton Beckett, he would have gloated about having Alyssa Taylor as a granddaughter–in–law.” “Did you forget that I married Jasper under a fake identity? They didn’t know I was your daughter.” Winston’s antics cheered her up. She explained, “We had a simple wedding because I preferred to be low profile.” Winston, enraged by the Beckett family’s bullying, was close to bankrupting the Beckett Group business right away to vent his anger.

“What went into you? Why did you keep your identity a secret and lower yourself just to marry that jerk? That was unlike you at all! Winston remained in shock and disbelief.

Alyssa wasn’t crazy. She was merely blinded by love and her obsession with marrying Jasper.

Smiling bitterly, she clasped Winston’s cold hand.

“Jasper treated me alright in those three years. He never deprived me of money and luxury, and he did not bully me at all. It was an amicable separation. Dad, don’t worry about me. Lyse is back by your side, safe and sound!” “What else could you do? Feeling angry and sorry for Alyssa, Winston looked as though he had aged in seconds. “Whatever Jasper’s ex- wife is that unlucky Alice White, not my Lyse! You’re still my proud and outstanding daughter!” “That’s right!” She gave Winston a hug and rested her head on his shoulder.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 203-Alter the birthday event, Newton called his family doctor to check on Lauren out of worry. He fell relleved when the doctor reported that everything was line with her.

In the comidor, two good–looking men leaned against the window sill. Jasper asked Landon for a cigarette, which he lit and took a long drag the orange lame is kered between the willowing smoke, 50 is Alice Alyssa Taylor, the unknown daughter of one of Winston Taylor’s wives?” Landon felt that he was in a dream. The entire was rather inconceivable.

“Yeah Jasper’s fingers trembled when he flicked the ash.

Tucki Jasper, you hit the jackpot. How did you land this windfall? Landon patted Jasper’s shoulder as his eyes sparkled. “You turned out to be Winston Taylor’s ex–son–in–law by accident.

“Would you have taken off to greater heights if you didn’t divorce her? With the backing of the Taylor Family, your dad and your evil stepmother would have to submit to you. You could do anything with the Beckett Group.” “The Beckett Group is firmly in my grasp even without Alyssa Taylor’s help.” Jasper puffed a ring of smoke and scored Landon. “Do I look like a kept man to you?” “Of course not. You were not born to be a kept man. You’re a workaholic.” Jasper was dumbfounded upon hearing that.

“It’s just a pity that you missed the good opportunity. You could have reached your goals earlier with the help of the Taylors!” Landon lamented.

Filled with empty regrets, Jasper snuffed out his cigarette. However, his motivation was different from how Landon perceived it.

“I cannot wrap my head around her decision to marry me.” “Same here. She could have done better marrying me than getting together with a bad–tempered, unromantic man who was in love with another woman.” Landon did not hold back his insults.

“Landon, did you really believe Winston would have approved of you? Did you think you were a good match for Alyssa?” Jasper looked hard at Landon, fighting against his urge to grab his friend by the neck.

“At least I’m not as petty as you. You questioned her character after you saw her with another man. Don’t you think I am more attractive to her in this aspect?” Landon was rather amused. He added, “Oh, right. Do you remember how you gave her trouble when you saw her getting along with Jonah? You must have regretted saying those mean things to her!” It was her fault for keeping her identity a secret from me.” His irritation flared at the mention of Alyssa’s identity.

She has no reason to tell you the truth, especially after the divorce. Plus, you wouldn’t have accused her of anything if you trusted her nore. That’s why I never thought you would last long with her.

You had no feelings, no sense of responsibility, and no trust in her. I have nothing but respect for Ms. Alyssa. She put up with you for hree years–1 wouldn’t have lasted a day.” s an outsider, Landon was clear–eyed about Jasper’s relationship and was busy dissecting Jasper’s flaws.

asper pursed his lips tight. The veins on the back of his hand were bulging.

andon gave Jasper a squeeze on the shoulder with a confident smile. “Bro, I learned a lesson from your mistake. I won’t go down the ame path, Be it Alice White or Alyssa Taylor, I’ll win her heart. Wish me luck!” Jet tost. Jasper shot daggers at Landon.

‘m on it! Distance makes the heart grow fonder, don’t you agree?” Before leaving, Landon leaned in and squinted at Jasper musement. “You won’t turn a blind eye to what happened tonight. Right?” +15 BONUS Jasper was about to speak, but i cala peal num to it with indignance. Grandpa, I know you have been tooking down on me and my family, but you can’t measure a relationship with money!” The Tarlurs might bench, but Jasper and I are in love. As his childhood sweetheart, I was by his side in the darkest time of his childhood. Alyssa cannot replace the bond we shared!” She ran up to lasper and lugged at the hem of his shirt. Jasper, say something!” He cast a helpless and icy look at her. Despite his best attempts to recall bits and pieces of their childhood, his mind was blank. The precious memones from his childhood had faded into obscurity.

In the end the light went out of his eyes. His voice was laden with exhaustion and disappointment. “Lia, let’s put a pause on our marriage.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 204-“Tsk. Her guilt is clear as day.” Landon glared at the girl. “Is further Investigation even needed? Why would she be trying to wriggle out through a doggy door II she was Innocent?” “It’s needed,” Jasper sald sternly. “I want to catch the mastermind behind this.” “Mister Mr. Beckett, I had a family emergency. That’s why I had to had to find a way to leave. The doors were all locked. I didn’t do anything, I swear!” the maid cried.

“I remember you. You were the one who served us our drinks,” Landon sald.

Alyssa added, “You told me my brother was sick and led the way there.” “I’ve checked the CCTV, sir. No one else was with her when she was in the kitchen all the way to the banquet hall. She didn’t speak to anyone either. She was the only one who came into contact with those drinks,” Xavier reported.

“That That doesn’t mean I laced your drinks!” the mald cried, panicked.

“Oh?” Alyssa cocked her head. “When did we say the drinks were laced?” Everyone’s gaze instantly fell onto the mald like arrows on a straw dummy.

“I overheard earlier on the way here…” “Overhead? Damn, you must have really big ears.” Xavier was nearly frothing at the mouth at how outrageous her excuses were.

He pulled out the footage on his phone and handed it to Jasper.

Xavier stated, “According to our investigation, we have no footage of her directly lacing the drinks with anything.” The maid, and also Betty, sighed in relief.

Xavier continued, “But we did find this.” Alyssa leaned in to look at the phone screen, to which Jasper automatically stepped closer to her for her convenience.

Their foreheads struck one another, the pain quickly fading into heat.

Alyssa looked away after their gazes met for a brief second.

That gesture made Jasper’s heart hurt.

The video footage depicted the kitchen mald in the backyard taking out the trash and then looking around cautiously before she tossed +15 BONUS She stayed away from all the cameras on the way back but missed out on the hidden camera in the garden. We ve taught her red- handed, sir.” Xavier sneered.

“N–No! I was only throwing some medicine vials I had taken. They were just normal painkillers!” the maid cited desperately.

Jasper ignored her. “Did you bring the evidence, Xavier?” “Here, sir.” Xavier handed Jasper the emply vials in a plastic bag. Jasper’s law lightened as he examined the vials. “Send these to the laboratory straight away. If this turns out to be something else other than painkillers, this all is heading behind bars.” The kitchen maid burst into tears, kneeling down to beg for mercy. “Please have mercy, Mr. Beckell! I wasn’t the one behind the drugging, I swear!” She then turned around, pointing straight at Belly. “It was het! Ms. Betty instructed me to do II” Betty immediately became the best straw dummy.

“Did Did you really do this, Betty?” Newton asked in pure disbelief.

andon’s eyes narrowed as he glared at Betty. If Laurie hadn’t accidentally drank that wine, he would have become a victim under a hand!

Alyssa remained calm throughout, a faint sneer on her lips. It was as if she had grown bored of all the vileness present.

*How dare you accuse me, you bitch?” Betty shrieked, about to storm up to the maid and kick her in the face when Sophia reined her in.” I’m Javier Beckett’s daughter. Think of what I would do to you if you accused me of such a vile crime!” She might be sharp–tongued on the surface, but Betty was actually terrified out of her wits. She couldn’t drag Liana down with her, as that would reveal them as cohorts.

Suddenly, Betty realized Liana had used her.

“How could you be so evil as to accuse my daughter? Our family treats all of you servants very kindly. Yet, here you are, still trying to drug these two young men. Now you’re trying to shift the blame on my daughter? Damn you!” Sophia yelled.

She tugged Javier’s hand, saying. “Quick, call the police! Lock this evil woman up right now! She’s slandering our daughter!” Obviously. Javier wouldn’t believe that her daughter would do something so vile.

“Get her up from the floor. Someone call the police!” “No! No, it wasn’t me! Ms. Betty told me to do this! She even said she would pay me a big sum afterward so I could quit my job and live a rich life! Why are you still lying, Betty Beckett? You were the one who wanted to seduce and sleep with Mr. Harper! Say something!” the maid screeched, glaring at Betty.

Sophia wanted to shove her foot in the girl’s mouth so she would stop talking.

She quickly had someone take her away.

The maid had no evidence, she was sure. If she did, it would have been presented already.

On the other hand, Alyssa had understood the gist of everything and concluded that things were not that simple.

She had lived with the Beckett family for three years, and she had grown to understand Betty Beckett pretty well in these three years.

Betty had always been straightforward and upfront with her actions, never capable of coming up with something so backward and evil Her mother, Sophia, however, was definitely capable of this. Yet, she would never oust her own daughter as a scapegoat under any circumstances.

That could only mean Liana was the primary suspect behind all this.

Sure enough, there was a hint of a smirk on Liana’s face.

inger rose in Alyssa’s throat like bile, but she forced it down. She had no evidence, after all. Any accusations would be useless right now. lyssa wouldn’t give Liana a chance to mewl or cry her way out of this.

am truly sorry for the trouble my family and I have caused your family, Mr.

Taylor.” Javier bowed. “We should have done better and voided all this trouble.” inston hummed in acknowledgment, but neither a smile nor frown appeared on his face.

is made Javier wince. Was Winston trying to mess with him? Javier was desperately praying for Winston to at least say something.

owever, Jasper couldn’t stomach this. “But this wasn’t-” hey’ve already apologized, Dad. Why don’t we just let them go for now? We’ve caught the maid. And nothing too serious happened to nah and me. Why don’t we give them a second chance, hm?” Alyssa spoke up, Interrupting Jasper to speak to her father

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 205-Jasper was numb and calm, but his curt remark was damaging to Liana. She froze up and felt her cheeks burning in shame. It was as though she had been slapped a few times.

Javier and Sophia were stunned by the tum of events. Only Betty had a guileful smile on her face. After the events from that night, she had seen Liana for who she was–an obnoxiously conceited bitch who had manipulated her to attack the others.

Liana was unsuitable to marry into their family. Betty even hoped Jasper would cut Liana off forever instead of pausing the marriage.

“Jasper, are you giving me up?” Shocked and scared, Llana held to his arm as tears rolled down her cheeks. “Are you ditching me after you learned that Alice White is from the Taylor family? Did you regret your divorce?” 1 “Alice White or Alyssa Taylor, she has no bearing on my decision to put a halt to our marriage.” He slowly but surely freed his arm from her grip. There was nothing but coldness in his eyes.

He continued, “I’ve warned you not to give her trouble, but what did you do instead? You slandered her multiple times and made up fake rumors to place her under public scrutiny. I don’t understand your resentment toward her.” “That’s not true, Jasper! I only wanted to show you her true colors! I didn’t want you to be misled by her lies!” She hurriedly scrambled to grab him, but he took a step back. She missed and almost toppled over.

“She lied to you from the start! Why would you give up on our decades of relationship for a bitch? Don’t you even feel bad for me?” “She might have lied to me, but she has never hurt me or anyone else.” He felt pain when he thought of Alyssa’s bright smile that she had reserved only for him. He muttered, “Let’s leave it at that. We’ll take a break and think over our compatibility.” Liana watched as he left. Her throat tightened as she struggled to breathe. How did it come to this? Was she going to lose her dream wedding?

“No, I’d do anything to marry Jasper!” she fumed silently. She wouldn’t let Alyssa ruin the plan that she had carefully crafted for decades.

“My grandson is loyal in love but not a fool. He knows right from wrong! Ms.

Gardner, I thought you’d put on the act until you’re married. but you showed your true face faster than I thought.” Newton became increasingly outraged, to the point that his nose reddened. “It’s your own fault that things have come to this point. You keep distorting the truth, stirring trouble, and bullying Alice!” “Sir, she’s now Alyssa, not Alice.” Ben reminded Newton in a hushed voice.

“Does that matter? They’re the same person anyway!” Newton was unbothered while Liana’s finger turned red from the fumbling. She was in anguish from the shame and anger.

Meanwhile, Betty was trying to hold her laughter as her shoulders quivered in excitement. What a payback!

“Let’s leave, Ben! Get me a good wine later and some food to go with it!” “Sir, you’ve drunk a lot at the event. For your health, it’s better if ” “I feel happier now than when I was celebrating my birthday. Just do what I asked you to. Why the luss?” The old man grumbled as he walked away with Ben’s help.

Those left behind were in a foul mood.

“Javier, you must speak to Jasper! How could he change his mind when we’ve announced the engagement? This is embarrassing for the Becketts!” Sophia swung Javier’s arm worriedly in the same manner as Liana. “He’ll listen to his dad. How could he give up on the marriage after all these years that Lia walted for him?” Javier, who doted on his wife, felt Irritated by her pestering. He replied flatly, “Don’t you know Jasper? He never makes decisions in the heat of the moment.

He must have come to that conclusion after careful thought!”

 

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 206-“Jasper did not even inform us when he decided on the divorce. Of course, he wouldn’t tell me his intention to call off the marriage!” “Those are different things!” Sophia’s voice was shrill, unlike her usual comforting tone. “Jasper does not love Alyssa Taylor at all. Unlike Alyssa, Lia is Jasper’s childhood sweetheart. They have a deep bond!” 1 “Right. That’s beyond me too. If they share a deep bond, what else did Liana want from him? Why couldn’t she behave instead of stirring trouble with Ms. Alyssa?

“She has humiliated our family with the infidelity drama in front of Dad. I will not help her this time, and I can’t guarantee whether the marriage will happen!” His chest tightened when he recalled Newton’s taunt. “I wouldn’t have advised Jasper to seek divorce if I had known better. Liana is not the right match for our family; worse, she’s a troublemaker. It’s indeed hard to get along with those from different backgrounds!” Sophia’s shoulders slumped when she realized that Javier wanted nothing to do with the mess.

She felt as though she was slowly losing what she had been pursuing.

“Aunt Sophia, what do I do?” Liana’s eyes were swollen from all the crying as she panted between sobs.

“Hahaha! You deserved it!” Betty perked up and clapped gleefully. “It’s your karma for using me and manipulating me! You’re a selfish woman who should never dream of marrying Jasper!” 2 “When did I use and manipulate you?” Wiping her tears away, Liana refuted, “I couldn’t handle the sheer number of quests on my own, so I asked for your help to ensure my plan succeeded on the first try. I never told you to do anything to Mr. Harper–it was you who spiked his drink and made a mess!” “How dare you pin the blame on me? You shameless bitch! I should have seen you for who you are!

I’m going to fucking rip that mouth of yours!” “On the count of three, let go of the hair! One, two, three!” Finally, the two belligerent ladies let go of each other.

“Betty, you leave. I need to talk with Lia.” Sophia frowned.

“Mom, it was Liana who tricked me! I wouldn’t have embarrassed myself had she not tricked me!” Looking funny in her messy hair, Betty insisted on her victimhood.

“Don’t you think you are to be blamed? I’ve warned you many times not to jump the gun on Mr.

Harper! You threw yourself at him, hoping that he’d take responsibility for sleeping with you.

“That’s not the behavior of a young lady from a distinguished family. He will only look down on you. Now, get back to your room and reflect on your behavior!” Betty, who had always feared her mom, glared at Liana before leaving. Liana froze on the ground, grappling the hem of her crumpled skirt as a chill traveled down her spine.

Sophia was right. The daughter of a distinguished family would never act in such a tasteless manner. However, Liana felt she had no choice.

Betty had Sophia to help her out, but Liana always had to fight for what she wanted. After all, she was nothing to Sophia except a pawn to keep Jasper under control.

“Aunt Sophia, about tonight…” Eyes wide in anger, Sophia slapped Liana across the face without a word.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 207-Liana was baffled by Sophia’s slap.

“I warned you not to drag Betty into any plan of yours, or I won’t help you out!” “Aunt Sophia, I was wrong! It was a careless mistake! I will not do it again.” Despite the boiling hatred in her, Liana had to beg for forgiveness repeatedly.

Sophia looked at the lowly woman with disdain. She wouldn’t have helped a stubborn and manipulative woman like Liana to marry Jasper if only there were a better candidate from the Kirkman Family.

Still, she refused to give up on Liana after many years of grooming her niece.

Disgusted by the night’s events, she felt like she had swallowed a fly. Still, she had to endure the setback.

“Alice White is the daughter of the distinguished Taylor family. You cannot lay a finger on her.

Winston Taylor is known for doting on his children. Your top priority is to win Jasper’s heart and marry him according to the plan!” Sophia looked terrifying with her taut lips and the bright red lipstick.

“But he makes it clear that he’s breaking up with me! Just like what Javier said, no one can change Jasper’s mind!” Liana started sobbing at the thought of her crushed dreams.

“He hasn’t broken up with you yet!” With a conniving look, Sophia grabbed Liana’s shoulders. “Lia, do not reach out to Jasper these few days. It’s best if you could stay at home and meet no one. You must pretend that you are in shock!” “W–Will that work?” Liana was doubtful..

“You need to sacrifice to get what you want. Lia, you’ll have to suffer a bit for what’s coming next, but listen to me–you’ll only win his heart when you remind him of his fondest memory of you!” Jasper spent the night smoking in his study. His deep eyes and grim face were shrouded in the smoke.

He lost sleep when he thought of Alyssa’s reminder to meet at the city hall at 9:00 am On the other hand, Sean and Winston ushered Alyssa back to her villa in Solana City after visiting Jonah in the hospital. She had an appointment at the city hall the next morning, so she convinced After removing her makeup, applying skincare, and enjoying supper, she drifted to sleep with an eye mask on.

Alyssa was bone tired after all the events that had happened on Newton’s birthday. She woke up at 8:00 am, leaving no time for her morning rowing session.

“Oh, my goodness! Why didn’t you wake me up earlier? I might have slept past the alarm. You could at least help me out here!” She frowned while putting on her tassel earrings as she made her way down the stairs.

Sean rushed to Alyssa in his apron and gaped at her radiant bare face. He’d never tire of her look, even though he met her on a daily basis.

“I didn’t wake you up because I wanted you to rest more after what happened last night.” “That won’t work! I’m getting a divorce today!” She pouted. “I’m very particular with being on time.

If I show up late, that arrogant twat might think I’m dragging my feet because I couldn’t bring myself to leave him!” “The day has finally arrived. Congratulations,” Sean chirped with genuine excitement.

“Right? See, I even put on a colorful dress. Don’t I look festive?” She twirled in delight to show off her dress. At first, Sean thought she’d be upset on the big day, but he seemed to have worried for nothing.

“Ms. Alyssa, have some breakfast before we leave.” “We don’t have time! Pack it for me. I’ll eat in the car.” To make the trip a comfortable one, Sean chose to drive a Rolls–Royce instead of a luxury sportscar.

Alyssa held a sandwich in her mouth in the backseat as she typed furiously away on her laptop, busy at work.

days, but she’s being difficult. She does not entertain the staff from KS Group at all!” Sean complained while met her in person until now!”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 208-“How about the Beckett Group?” Alyssa asked.

“I heard they didn’t make any progress too.” “It’s good to know that we haven’t fallen behind. We’re still on the starting line just like they are.” “But we have more competitors than the Beckett Group! I heard that ten luxury hotels across the “The Beckett Group and the Taylor Group are the benchmark for hotels in the Kingsley is too fussy to host her wedding in smaller hotels.” She took a bite of the sandwich and squinted.

She continued, “Keep in touch with her team. I want to move her with sincerity.

She has an event in the country at the start of next month, where I’ll meet her in person and secure the deal. Time for the Beckett Group to give up!” Whoever messed with her business deals would have to suffer.

Many young couples were waiting for their turn at the entrance to the city hall early in the morning. They were either hugging or taking photos sweetly.

The Rolls–Royce in dark emerald, with its Spirit of Ecstasy mascot sculpture, came to a stop in front of the city hall. Many of the young couples were in awe at the sight of that.

Alyssa checked her wristwatch. It was 9:00 am.

“Hah. Surprisingly, Jasper did not show up early.” Sean mocked, “The president of the Beckett Group is indeed arrogant.” “Whatever. Let him be.” She checked out the youthful faces from the curtain.

Their eyes were shining with joy. She remarked, “I’ve waited for him countless times. I don’t mind waiting for one last time.

Three years ago, she waited for Jasper at the entrance of city hall on the day they were supposed to register their marriage. She was starving all day until he showed up right before the closing time without a word of apology. He rushed through their marriage registration at the very last minute Even so, she was too excited to sleep after they registered their marriage.

+15 BONOS In retrospect, she was a hopeless pushover. She finally understood that she had to love herself before loving someone else.

After half an hour, Alyssa almost lost her patience when she saw a cab stopping in front of the city hall. She couldn’t believe her eyes when Jasper emerged from the cab.

“F***! Did I see it wrong? Why did the president take a cab here? Could he not afford to fuel his Maybach?” Sean’s eyes widened in disbelief.

“Maybe he wants to keep a low profile. The divorce is not something to be proud of.” Alyssa yawned and got out of the car with Sean.

As usual, Jasper wore his favorite black suit with thin grey stripes, a dusty blue shirt, and a darkcolored tie. His style screamed aloof, stern, and disciplined, just like his character.

The arrival of the handsome Jasper caused a stir among the crowds, especially the ladies, who might squeal in delight if they weren’t with their boyfriends.

It was the men’s turn to look delighted when Alyssa walked up to Jasper with poise.

“Wow, look at her face! It’s as clear as crystal. Is her skin real?” “I think she’s bare–faced. Her dress is lovely! Please tell me how much it costs, so I’ll forget about ever buying it!” “Pfft, she must be flaunting the bare makeup look, but I’ll admit she is good at makeup!” “You got to have good looks to start with! You can’t look like her just by applying makeup!” The young people, who were mostly interested in entertainment news, did not realize that they were looking at Jasper Beckett, the president of the Beckett Group. His arrival in the cab offered a cover for his identity.

Standing in front of him coldly, Alyssa confronted him, “Mr. Beckett, you’re-” He cut her off in a heavy tone, “I’m sorry.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 209-It’s fine as long as you make it here before 5:00 pm. We’ll have to wait a day more if the city hall is closed.” Alyssa dropped a chilly remark and marched to the entrance, leaving Jasper behind.

His throat tightened.

He was brought back to the day they registered their marriage three years ago.

As he was notified of an emergency meeting by Yoarkley’s project manager, he had no choice but to stay back at the company.

After the meeting, he had to host a VIP who dropped by. When the meeting was over, it struck him that he had forgotten to inform Alyssa about the postponement of the marriage registration.

The memories of that day were vivid and cruel. When he rushed over to the city hall, the place was almost empty. There, he found Alyssa alone, looking downcast. Her frail figure appeared lonely and pitiful.

He did not expect her to wait a day for him. Her stubbornness was one of a kind.

He had wanted to apologize to her. However, he did not do so because he struggled with mixed emotions from his grandpa’s pressure, his aversion to contract marriage, and his recent separation.

from Liana.

“Jasper, you’re finally here!” He could still picture Alyssa’s smile, which was a ray of sunshine. In the past, he never knew if he’d ever got to the point where Alyssa was disappointed in him.

Now, he realized that his cruel neglect and abandonment led to her disappointment. Not only that, she had lost her feelings for him.

His face was tense and filled with shame as he followed Alyssa past the entrance.

“Are they here to register their marriage? Good gosh! They are a match made in heaven!” They don’t look happy, though.” “The bride’s upset because the groom was late! He deserved it! How could you be late to your marriage registration?” “You can tell he’s not as rich as the bride from the fact that he arrived in a cab.

The audacity to be tardy when he’s a social climber! There are lots of kept men these days, it seems.

A kept man?

Breathless with anger, Jasper glowered at the young man who gossiped about him. The young man promptly shut up when he sensed Jasper’s threatening vibe.

Alyssa and Jasper sat side by side in front of the counter and turned in their marriage certificates and IDs. The staff checked the identification and coughed softly. “Don’t you want to think over your decision? It hasn’t been easy going through the ups and downs of life for three years.” “We are not in need of money. He has a maid to cook for him and a secretary to arrange his business trips. He has no difficulties in his life,” Alyssa sneered.

Jasper and the staff were at a loss of words. Alyssa checked her wristwatch and urged, “Please hurry up. I’m short on time.” “I see that you do not have kids. Any assets that need redistribution?” the staff questioned.

Alyssa replied, “No.” Sitting in silence, Jasper had initially wanted to transfer some of his assets to her, but she insisted against it. Now that he looked at it, the amount of assets he offered Alyssa looked more like an affront to the daughter of the Taylor Family.

“Please sign here.” The staff handed them two forms. Alyssa signed the form without hesitation and turned to Jasper.

To her surprise, he struggled to print his signature. Not only that, his fingers were trembling.

She frowned and wondered why he was shaking. “Just sign it! He’s not going to put on some separation drama, is he?” she wondered.

“Mr. Beckett, please sign it. Do you struggle with writing your name?”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 210-Cold sweat broke out on his forehead. Jasper grabbed his lower elbow on the right with his left hand but failed to stop the shaking. The ballpoint pen fell with a thud onto the floor.

Feeling odd, Alyssa finally paid him attention and checked him out. He looked pale, and his hair was a mess. She spotted dust on his black suit and some tear and wear near the lapel and shirt collar.

What was he up to before this? Why did he appear a little disheveled?

Puzzled, she picked up the pen and handed it to him.

Finally, the two forms were signed. The staff wrapped up the procedure, and the divorce was finalized.

“All the best to both of you.” Staring at the divorce certificate as she left the city hall, she struggled to describe her feelings. They dragged out the divorce to the point that she had gotten over the initial heartache. More than anything, she felt a wave of relief.

She had once lived solely for love and learned her lesson. After reuniting with the Taylor family, her only wish was to focus on work and bring in the dough.

There would be no place for men in her life.

“Mr. Beckett, I need to leave. Suit yourself.” She kept her certificate and left coolly.

“Wait, Alyssa-” Right after that, she heard a dull thud on the floor. She spun around to meet with a horrifying scene. Jasper had fallen off the stairs and was wincing on the ground. The staircase might be short, but the fall must have hurt.

“Jasper!” She hurriedly helped him up from the floor and realized that his tremor had worsened.

“You’ve been acting weird from just now. What’s wrong?” “Nothing He refused to tell the truth even when his forehead was covered in sweat.

“Tell me the truth!” She sounded aggressive out of worry.

He felt pain in every part of his body, and his head was heavy. Still, he was touched by her show of concern. “Do you care about me?” She snickered. “I will do the same to a dog by the street. I can’t sit back and do nothing when a fellow human being is suffering.” His expression darkened, and he shoved her away. “Spare me your pity. I don’t need your concern.” “You’d better visit the hospital. Something must be wrong with your cerebellum if you can’t keep your balance,” Alyssa advised him seriously.

“Are you upset at me and cursing me out because of the divorce?” He shot a cold look at her.

“You are overthinking it. I’m not that petty, nor do I have the time to do so.” Flashing a fake smile, she was shocked at his insensibility.

She continued, “And you’re wrong. I was looking forward to the divorce. The staff wishes us all the best, so let’s live happy lives from now on. I won’t waste my time on you if you can take care of yourself. I’m leaving.” Rage churned inside of him. His eyes were ablaze. When she let go of him, he lost his balance once more and collapsed on her, causing their bodies to press against each other.

Her ample bosom pressed against his chest, making his breathing heavy. His shaky hands rested on her waist, which was covered up by her red dress.

Between his mind and body, one of them was always out of his control.

“Get your filthy paw off me!” She glowered at him and hissed, “Or I’ll feed it to the sharks!”