Ch. 361..370

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 361-“What did I tell you, Mom? I told you Lauren was plotting to ruin my plans!” exclaimed Betty.

Betty was outraged seeing Lauren there, her wine-red gown catching everyone’s attention, even though her sister hadn’t the least bit of makeup on.

Jealousy burned in her like a flame that refused to die. What was worse was that Lauren’s gown matched Landon’s, making them look like a couple!

At this moment, they even bore a resemblance to a bride and groom attending their own wedding! Betty felt like her purple gown was a slap in her face right now.

“I know Lauren better than anyone else, Betty!” Sophia gritted out. “She might be 22, but her mental state and behavior are no older than a child of 10 to 12 years old!

“She’s still a child with no concept of romance, nor would she be smart enough to think about stealing Landon away from you!” Betty calmed down somewhat after that, though her teeth remained clenched.

“Things have become more complicated for you. Since Newton’s birthday dinner, Landon’s attitude toward you has shifted from cold indifference to open disdain.

“He may be getting close to Lauren deliberately to provoke you to the point where you give up on him.” “W-What?” Betty gasped. “Then… Then what can I do? Mom, does that mean I have no chance of marrying Landon now?” “Don’t get so worked up. You need to get Lauren to help you get closer to Landon. And you must control your temper.

“If Landon is kind to Lauren, you need to be just as kind, if not more, to change his perspective of you. He needs to see your caring, loving side. Do you understand?” Sophia instructed.

“Okay,” Betty muttered.

hope. But when she saw Zoe playing the piano onstage, all the color drained from her face.

She started to tremble uncontrollably, flooded by painful memories from her childhood that rushed back like a torrential wave, overwhelming her completely.

“What were you thinking? Who would want to be friends with an idiot like you?!

Hahahah!” 1/2 “Toss her into the trash where she belongs!” “Cut her hair off! I hate seeing girls with prettier hair than me in school!” “No wonder Mr. Javier and Mrs. Beckett don’t like you! Your sister hates you, too! How could an idiot like you be their daughter? You’re an embarrassment to them!” Embarrassment-that was what she was.

Zoe didn’t notice the hatred and fear-filled gaze directed at her from the crowd.

Lauren slowly took a step backward, cold sweat breaking out on her skin.

Landon gently held her by the shoulders. “What is it, Laurie? Don’t be shy. We But Lauren’shook him off and fled from the hall.

“Laurie!” Landon yelled, “Where are you going?” He ran after her, worried she might get into trouble outside.

2-717 4 Betty was privy to all this but could only stay where she was and grind her teeth into dust. Sophia was just as irritated seeing her good-for-nothing daughter slowly foil her plans.

H Lauren ran out of the hotel and into the street, fear nearly paralyzing her.

alone in the house in the company of her movies.

the role of a righteous cop. That filled Lauren with immense respect and awe.

Yet the moment she saw Zoe, all she wanted to do was run as far away as she could.

Lauren’s mind was inundated with hurtful memories, which taunted her relentlessly for being a useless, good-for-nothing burden to those she loved.

Lauren sprinted as fast as her legs could carry her, as if being chased by relentless demons from hell.

Yet, no matter how hard she ran, those painful memories continued to haunt her.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 362-A car honked furiously in the distance, its headlights glaring at Lauren as she stood frozen in the middle of the street. Fear gripped her, rendering her unable to move.

The vehicle rushed toward her, and in her terrified state, she shut her eyes tightly.

“Lauren, watch out!” Just then, Landon ran out into the street, diving straight for Lauren and pulling her out of harm’s way at the very last second.

Before they fell onto the pavement, he used his body to shield her fall, his shoulder slamming into hard rock. Pain shot through his entire arm, nearly making him cry out.

The car driver also swerved to the other side of the road to avoid hitting Lauren, ramming right into a couple of decorative flowerbeds. Luckily, he was unhurt.

Landon was about to ask if Lauren was okay when she clambered out of his grasp and ran off.

“Hey! Hey, Laurie! Come back, goddammit!” Landon nearly choked himself with how upset he was. He couldn’t help but spat under his breath, “What an ungrateful brat!”, The Berenike Hotel lost their chance to shine tonight, thanks to Alyssa. The closing ceremony was a meager affair, leaving everyone with low expectations of the hotel.

Landon instructed his secretary to ensure news of the car accident didn’t spread out. He didn’t want to upset his sister or mother.

Tonight, the only thing on Zoe’s mind was still Alyssa. After the evening ended, she spent the night with Betty in the bar lounge, venting and downing drink after drink.

“Fuck! I knew Jasper was still in love with that bitch!” Zoe slammed her shot glass onto the counter. “If he loved her so much, then why the hell did he divorce her in the first place?” “I don’t understand it either, Zoe, Betty sighed. “Alyssa was like a maid in the house when she was married to my brother, always taking care of every little thing related to him, trying to win his affection.

“Did you know she cooked all our meals for us for three years? Three years! I would’ve collapsed on my first try. But she went and did that for three whole years!

“I don’t understand why Jasper never saw how hard she tried and turned to Liana instead. He went and honestly-” She sighed again, the wine lowering her inhibitions. “I’m beginning to think that he’s just blind. He’s as blind as a fucking bat.” Zoe’s expression grew even more menacing. She sneered, “Are you standing up for her, Betty? Do you miss Alyssa being your sister-in-law?” “What?” Realizing she had misspoken, Betty gave an awkward chuckle. “No, no, of course not. I’m analyzing the situation for you.

“I don’t know why Jasper is behaving like this after the divorce. Is this what they mean by realizing how much someone means to you after you lose them?” Zoe gritted her teeth, a dark and obsessive need for possessing Jasper churning in her gut. “I don’t buy it.

Jasper’s not in love with Alyssa Taylor! If he were, they wouldn’t be fucking divorced after three years of marriage! He’s just envious because she’s doing better without him!” She then twirled her hair around her fingers, saying, “Meanwhile, I have known Jasper for years. Alyssa could never compare to me. I’m sure he still cares about me. He’s just blinded by that whore, Alyssa!” Betty grimaced but said nothing. Something was definitely wrong with Zoe, but she couldn’t say anything just yet. After all, she still needed Zoe’s help to marry Landon!

win this. I’ll help you,” Zoe decided. Her bloodshot eyes narrowed as she recalled how Alyssa had given Zoe added, “It’s just a fucking brooch. Alexa has way more designs than this. If she can get her hands on one, then I can too!”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 363-Betty thought that Zoe was a bluff. She couldn’t help but wonder how someone like Zoe could possibly trouble doing so.

Betty rolled her eyes silently, though she still praised, “You’re amazing, Zoe! If you can find one of Alexa’s “That way, we’d get revenge on Alyssa and help my brother. You’ll leave a good impression on him, too.

I’m sure your relationship with him will blossom then!” Zoe was grinning so widely that her teeth looked like they might fall out. “That’s over from KS World!” Betty, meanwhile, had other ideas.

She wasn’t going to help Jasper. They didn’t even share the same mother.

Instead, she intended to use this opportunity to prove herself to their father and wrest control of the project from him.

That would earn her father’s favor and help reconcile her mother’s relationship with him. And Zoe would become the catalyst for that, Betty thought sneakily.

“Well, tonight went to hell,” Zoe grumbled. “Jasper left, and my brother never showed up either … Screw him. I’m not going to talk to him when I go home!” “But I did see your brother earlier. He left before you saw him,” Betty suddenly said coldly.

“What? When?” “When you were playing the piano, he was right there with my sister, Lauren.

She’s really pushing him toward fame,” Betty remarked with a hint of bitterness.

“Your sister? Your sister, that idiot?” Zoe was in shock, unable to believe what she’d just heard. She knew Lauren very well. They were even classmates in the same girls’ school back then.

“It’s over for me, Zoe,” Betty moaned. “Your brother seems to be in love with her already.” “In love?” Zoe rose from her seat, splashing her drink all over the counter. “That idiot doesn’t deserve my brother’s love!” Betty secretly cheered her on. However, on the surface, she continued miserably, “You didn’t see how caring and tender he was toward her. He bought a gown for her and even told her how he would only treat honestly-” She sighed again, the wine lowering her inhibitions. “I’m beginning to think that he’s just blind. He’s as blind as a fucking bat.” Zoe’s expression grew even more menacing. She sneered, “Are you standing up for her, Betty? Do you miss Alyssa being your sister-in-law?” “What?” Realizing she had misspoken, Betty gave an awkward chuckle. “No, no, of course not. I’m analyzing the situation for you.

“I don’t know why Jasper is behaving like this after the divorce. Is this what they mean by realizing how much someone means to you after you lose them?” Zoe gritted her teeth, a dark and obsessive need for possessing Jasper churning in her gut. “I don’t buy it. Jasper’s not in love with Alyssa Taylor! If he were, they wouldn’t be fucking divorced after three years of marriage! He’s just envious because she’s doing better without him!” She then twirled her hair around her fingers, saying, “Meanwhile, I have known Jasper for years. Alyssa could never compare to me. I’m sure he still cares about me. He’s just blinded by that whore, Alyssa!” Betty grimaced but said nothing. Something was definitely wrong with Zoe, but she couldn’t say anything just yet. After all, she still needed Zoe’s help to marry Landon!

win this. I’ll help you,” Zoe decided. Her bloodshot eyes narrowed as she Zoe added, “It’s just a fucking brooch. Alexa has way more designs than this. If she can get her hands on one, then I can too!”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 364-naturally dug in with gusto.

ate but never once bringing up anything about her marriage with Jasper nor insulting the Beckett Group.

“Thank you for the delicious meal, Ms. Alyssa. It was quite amazing. I’m particularly fond of that flaky pastry filled with pistachio. Your hotel’s chefs are every bit as skilled as you say they are!” “That’s a pistachio and chocolate cream baklava. I can have a box or two of those sent to you before you leave for Mosgravia. One for you and one for your mother,” Alyssa offered kindly.

including the pastry you just ate,” Sean said excitedly.

It was difficult to believe that a powerful businesswoman like Alyssa was so skilled in the kitchen, too.

What a well-rounded individual.

“Yes, but I’m sure it could have been better.” Alyssa nodded humbly.

“Did you bring the contract, Ms. Alyssa?” Alyssa was taken aback. “Do you mean …?” “I’d like to entrust my wedding to you and KS World Hotel. If you don’t mind, I can sign the agreement right away.” Alyssa nearly buzzed with glee. Her expression remained calm, but her heart started pounding excitedly.

in her chest.

Sean was just as excited. He swiftly rummaged in his office bag. “Of course, yes, it’s right here!” to acquire a jewelry designer who could create a one-of-a-kind piece for you for your wedding..

“As of now, I am yet to be able to fulfill said request. If I may ask, why would you like us to organize your wedding?” Sean peered closely to listen in as well.

either of you host my wedding. I’d never been to Solana City; having the wedding here was just to fulfill my mother’s wishes.

“Even earlier tonight, when I accepted Mr. Jasper’s invitation, I had only done so to have some entertainment for my night. It was never an expression of any decision I’d made.

“I am sorry for my presumptions and my pride. I shouldn’t have underestimated you two. Only now do I understand why you and Mr. Jasper are so well-known in the city. You two are truly devoted to your hotel, and it would be an honor to have either of you host my wedding.” “But why choose us instead?” “Truthfully, I didn’t make my choice when you gifted me with ‘Ragnarok.’ It was because of your cooking tonight that changed my mind. There is a passionate devotion that you put into the food.

“I could taste it, just as much as I can see how much heart Alexa puts into crafting her jewelry. This devotion is why I choose to work with KS World Hotel,” It looked like those years of learning how to cook actually served a purpose!

before them.

in the contract, Ms. Alyssa?” “Of course.” “I would like any and all plans for my wedding to be kept locked silent and shut away from the public media. I want to surprise my fans and mother when the time comes.” “Go ahead. We will fulfill our side of the contract to your maximum satisfaction,” Alyssa reassured.

They then signed the agreement while Sean watched on happily.

Alyssa.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 365-Jasper rushed to the hospital first thing after getting word that Landon had been in a car accident. Landon was lying in the VIP ward in a neck and spine brace while his secretary fed him apple slices.

He looked like some impotent bum trying to act high and mighty.

“When did you swap your hair for a potbelly? You’re not some greasy 45-yearold man who still has the hots for women twice your age, Landon. So don’t act like it,” Jasper quipped as he walked into the ward.

The secretary quickly got up and greeted Jasper before leaving the room, giving them privacy.

“Jeez! Are you here to visit me or make me look bad? I can’t even move my hands, man!” Landon cried, then winced when he accidentally shifted his wrist too much.

“Stay put.” Jasper went up to help his friend settle back down, though his face remained stoic.

“Would you wheel me around if my legs get paralyzed, Jasper?” Landon asked pitifully.

“Ask one of your hundreds of girlfriends to do that for you,” Jasper scoffed, “Paralyzed or not, so long as you can still talk, you’d still have women putty in your hands.” “Hmm… Well, you’re not wrong. I am still pretty attractive.” Landon grinned.

Jasper couldn’t help but roll his eyes at that remark. Landon’s appeal lay primarily in a way that made women see dollar signs.

“How did this happen, by the way?” “You’ll have to ask Laurie,” Landon scowled. “I got hurt like this because of her.

She should be the one wheeling me around if I lose my legs!” “What are you saying, Landon?” Jasper’s face fell.

“Your sister snuck into the hotel last night but got found out by some guards. If I didn’t help her out, who knows what they would’ve done to her.” “Lauren came last night?” Jasper was surprised. It finally dawned on him that this was the reason Landon had called him.

“I helped her change her clothes too.” “You what?” Jasper growled out, a murderous glint in his eyes.

“Hey, hold up there! My secretary did, not me! I only bought the gown!” Landon cried, not wanting to lose 1/2 ran out like she saw a ghost. I was afraid she might get in danger being all alone that late at night, so I followed her.

“I pushed her out of the way, and she narrowly avoided being hit by a car. That’s why I’m so banged up and out of shape.” “What about Lauren? Was she hurt?” “I… No? She got up and ran off while I was hurting and in pain on the ground.

I’m the victim here!” Landon rambled on.

“I’m warning you now, Landon. Don’t cross the line with Lauren.” Jasper’s expression was dark. “I understand what happened during my grandfather’s birthday was an accident, but there must never be a next time. You two are in entirely different worlds, never to mix together.

Understood?” “Hey, can you make some fucking sense? I’m like this right now because I saved her. It’s fine if you don’t want to thank me, but can you not make me into some fucking monster?” Landon argued with all his might, looking like a turtle trying to extend its neck as far as he could.

“Who told you to bring her to the hall or change her clothes for her? Why did you make her stand there in front of so many strangers?” “What are you saying?” 濃 Jasper’s heart ached as he remembered his youngest sister’s demeanor, marked by meekness, timidity, and vulnerability.

“Lauren has a severe phobia of people and crowds, coupled with autism. She’s genuinely terrified of strangers and any large social gatherings involving lots of people.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 366-“Autism?” Landon’s heart ached at that thought. No wonder Lauren behaved so strangely. Though she was 22 years old, she still had the behavior of a young, naive child.

No wonder Sophia never let her out of the house.

“Did you ask her what she thought about those things you did for her? Whether she wanted you to do them or not? Did you ever step in her shoes and think for a moment?

“No, because you’re not capable of that.” Jasper’s breathing was intermingled with a dull pain in his chest. “All she ever wanted was a peaceful, quiet life.

Don’t go ruining that for her now. You’ll only make things worse.” Landon was silent for a moment. He asked hoarsely, “Can she be cured?” “Do you think she’d still be like this today if she could?” Landon thought about how frightened Lauren was last night, his heart pounding painfully behind his ribcage.

Just then, Jasper’s phone rang. He crinkled his nose but still answered. “Dad.” “Come back to the office right now. We need to talk.

The call was then hung up.

Jasper stared darkly at his phone, a sneer appearing on his lips.

Were they truly father and son? Sometimes, he wished this relationship between them didn’t exist. At least that way, his reasons for hating this man would be justified.

The president’s secretary opened the door for Jasper when he knocked, nodding courteously. Jasper was shocked to see someone else in the room-Betty.

He narrowed his eyes just the slightest. Something was up.

“Jasper,” Betty called out in a feigned affectionate tone, as if they were intimately acquainted.

Jasper nodded flatly, never bothering to be too courteous to this sister of his.

and the ambush at the hotel from Betty, Jasper. I’ve also seen the news online.” 1/2 Javier clasped his hands together, his eyes cold as they turned to his son.

“What is your plan now that the public has lost their faith in the hotel?” “I’ve had the PR and Networking Department rushing to clear things up since last night. All news about this should cease to exist by tonight.” Betty spoke up, “Even so, the damage is done. You cannot stop gossip from taking root and spreading now. It’s honestly pretty embarrassing to the company..

Javier gritted his teeth upon hearing this. “No matter what unfolds, this is the nature of business. There will always be a mix of favorable and unfavorable news circulating, and some we cannot control.

“As long as we emerge victorious in these challenges, the negative reports will eventually fade away. It’s imperative to maintain a long-term perspective on these battlegrounds, or else we risk losing in the grand scheme of things.” Knowing Javier was taking a jab at her, Betty gritted her teeth angrily.

Suddenly, the secretary knocked and entered the office. “Sir, there’s something you need to see!” He quickly showed Javier something on his phone. It made all the rage in his being rush up to his head.

He roared, “Switch on the news channel! Now!”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 367-The secretary swiftly turned on the television and tuned it to the 3 o’clock news.

Jasper bristled, having flashbacks to the Verdane Valley project.

“Welcome to the 3 o’clock news, providing you with the most up-to-date afternoon updates.

into Solana City, sparking immense enthusiasm among her fans.

“According to sources, her visit to the city is to honor her mother’s request, which was to have her wedding held here in Solana.

“The Berenike Hotel and KS World Hotel in the city have engaged in a fierce competition, vying to be decision.” Jasper couldn’t keep his eyes off the screen.

“At 3 o’clock news, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to KS World Hotel for their successful efforts wedding!” Something burst inside Jasper’s mind.

Meanwhile, Betty couldn’t hide the look of glee on her face. The more the winds sailed against their favor now, the higher her chance of removing Jasper from his position.

o’clock news.

“While it’s true that both Berenike Hotel and KS World Hotel are formidable players in the industry, I opted for the latter based on personal preference, rather than any reputation-related factors…” Javier couldn’t take it anymore. He switched off the television and flung the remote forcefully onto his desk. “There’s no use looking at the long run now.

We’ve utterly lost!

gained attention far and wide for helping our enemy win this war. What do you have to say for yourself now?” Jasper was about to speak up when Betty beat him to it. “Breathe, Dad. Don’t overexert yourself.” Betty had learned her mother’s tricks since she was young, knowing that if she spoke up for Jasper now, it would only make her father hate him more.

do with our hotel’s capabilities. I’m sure Jasper’s done all he could, too. We only have Alyssa Taylor to blame for this. She really is a cunning, evil woman.” “There is no such thing as cunning or evil when it comes to business,” Jasper retorted. “She has done no wrong. It’s our own fault for not having planned out well.” Betty nearly sneered. She thought that if they were divorced, they should act like it. Nevertheless, Jasper’s attitude would only lead to his own downfall.

“You didn’t let Alyssa win on purpose, did you, Jasper?” Javier snapped.

Jasper looked away. “No.” “Need I remind you that you and her are no longer married-she is no longer part of the family! She is our enemy and competitor right now! She has purposely come for our necks not just once but thrice.

“I haven’t taken action yet on account that she used to be my daughter-in-law, but not this time. She has gone too far now!” Javier cried, slamming the table.

Jasper met his father’s enraged gaze with his calm, icy one, as if daring him to do so.

“Watch your attitude, Jasper Beckett! Don’t you dare look at me like that!” Javier demanded, his heart skipping nervously.

That was the very same look Jasper’s mother had given him when she committed suicide all those years ago, filled with sheer hatred and anger.

Until today, Javier still found himself struggling to move on.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 368-“Even if Alyssa and I are divorced, that does not mean you get to do anything to her.” Jasper took slow steps forward, a dark surge rising in his eyes.

Javier bristled angrily, meeting his son’s gaze.

Betty was shocked by the murderous gleam in Jasper’s eyes as well, but she quickly recovered. She went up to her father, gently kneading his shoulders.

She said, “Alright, Dad. Don’t get so worked up because of Alyssa. Though she might have the upper hand now, it’s not over yet. The odds might still be in our favor in the end.” Javier frowned. “Do you have a plan, Betty?” Kingsley back from Alyssa choosing KS World, but we all know things can always change, no?” Jasper narrowed his eyes. Despite Betty’s constant desire to gain some influence within the family business, she consistently fell short and ended up making a mockery of herself.

This time, however, felt different. She appeared to be genuinely confident about her chances of winning.

Something was up.

“Yes, you’re right! I knew I could count on you, my dear! I knew you had what it takes!” Javier chuckled, clasping his daughter’s hand. “I’ll give you full control over this project, and Jasper will step out of his position in this for you.” He then turned to Jasper. “You should stay out of this for now, or you might be entangled in a conflict of interest again, particularly concerning Alyssa Taylor. Betty will take care of it!” Jasper remained sullen and quiet.

Javier had always been someone who leaped to attention the moment a mistake was made but never noticed all the wins before that. One, because Javier never liked this bastard child of his, and two, so he could always keep Jasper at arm’s length in case the boy tried to revolt against him.

“Yeah!” Betty exclaimed, hugging her father. “Thank you for the chance, Dad!” “I’ll make sure you’re rewarded finely for your success,” Javier beamed, stroking her daughter’s head. “Is there anything you want as your reward yet? A new villa in the countryside? Or a new car?” “No.” Betty shook her head. “As your daughter, I feel it’s time for me to finally step up and help the family 172 just as capable of managing it as Alyssa Taylor is with her hotel!” Jasper felt like someone had punched out all the air from his lungs. It finally dawned upon him what Betty was after.

“Alright! If you can prove to me that you have what it takes to take on this role, you can have complete authority over the Berenike Hotel!” Javier said happily.

Betty shot Jasper a gleeful, evil look. “Thank you so much, Dad!” It was as if Betty could already picture Jasper’s inevitable downfall.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 369-Jasper left the president’s office and went back to his own.

“How did it go, sir?” Xavier asked worriedly, giving him a warm mug of coffee.

“Mr. Javier … didn’t push you, did he?” Jasper went to sit on the sofa, taking a sip of the coffee. “No.” Xavier sighed in relief.

“He did worse.” Xavier scowled and started exclaiming, “I knew nothing ever good comes from him when it comes to you!

He’s not a good father at all!” “Sometimes I wish he wasn’t,” Jasper murmured, swallowing the now-bite tasting coffee. Unfortunately, I have 50% of his blood in me.” Xavier slumped over, not knowing what to say.

“What?” Xavier exclaimed, then cussed aloud. “What the hell is he thinking? You were the one who from trying to win her over to even suggesting that our hotel hosts it in the first place!

“Is he blind? You’re the last person who would want to see us lose now! Why doesn’t he have the least bit of appreciation or hindsight? Why is he jeopardizing all your hard work for a minor pitfall? That witch Sophia must’ve done something behind our backs!” “Not only that, but Betty will become CEO of the hotel if she succeeds.” Xavier’s internal reaction revealed his discomfort as he silently condemned Javier Beckett and his ruthless plans, wishing them both ill fortune.

Shocked, he said, “What d-did you say? You can’t just let Betty take away all your hard work!” “I didn’t say anything. Javier wanted me out from the start.” Jasper gazed into the distance, eyes filled with a stoic, dark hate. “Betty was only giving him a way to do so.” He wouldn’t have made it this far today if he had expressed his outrage at his father’s behavior.

“What do we do then?” Xavier asked, feeling angry.

1/3 just as capable of managing it as Alyssa Taylor is with her hotel!” 1 Jasper felt like someone had punched out all the air from his lungs. It finally dawned upon him what Betty was after.

“Alright! If you can prove to me that you have what it takes to take on this role, you can have complete authority over the Berenike Hotel!” Javier said happily.

Betty shot Jasper a gleeful, evil look. “Thank you so much, Dad!” It was as if Betty could already picture Jasper’s inevitable downfall.

Jasper left the president’s office and went back to his own.

“How did it go, sir?” Xavier asked worriedly, giving him a warm mug of coffee.

“Mr. Javier… didn’t push you, did he?” Jasper went to sit on the sofa, taking a sip of the coffee. “No.” Xavier sighed in relief.

“He did worse.” Xavier scowled and started exclaiming, “I knew nothing ever good comes from him when it comes to you!

He’s not a good father at all!” “Sometimes I wish he wasn’t,” Jasper murmured, swallowing the now-bittertasting coffee. Unfortunately, I have 50% of his blood in me.” Xavier slumped over, not knowing what to say.

“What?” Xavier exclaimed, then cussed aloud. “What the hell is he thinking? You were the one who from trying to win her over to even suggesting that our hotel hosts it in the first place!

“Is he blind? You’re the last person who would want to see us lose now! Why doesn’t he have the least bit of appreciation or hindsight? Why is he jeopardizing all your hard work for a minor pitfall? That witch Sophia must’ve done something behind our backs!” “Not only that, but Betty will become CEO of the hotel if she succeeds.” Xavier’s internal reaction revealed his discomfort as he silently condemned Javier Beckett and his ruthless plans, wishing them both ill fortune.

Shocked, he said, “What d-did you say? You can’t just let Betty take away all your hard work!” “I didn’t say anything. Javier wanted me out from the start.” Jasper gazed into the distance, eyes filled with a stoic, dark hate. “Betty was only giving him a way to do so.” He wouldn’t have made it this far today if he had expressed his outrage at his father’s behavior.

“What do we do then?” Xavier asked, feeling angry.

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Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 370-No woman had ever left Jasper feeling as defeated as Alyssa did. Even when Liana had used and betrayed him, the strongest emotion he’d felt was rage.

Staring at the newer and tidier lobby than Berenike Hotel, Jasper smiled helplessly.

When Alyssa had married him, she always seemed unworldly and acquiescent.

He had never looked down on her countryside background, but he always believed that they were worlds apart and shared no common ground.

He finally understood that he was too far removed from her world, even if he tirelessly played catch up.

He realized that Alyssa had put aside her pride to stay by his side for three years. That was the only time she was within his reach.

She was never out of his league. It was the other way around.

Sean happened to engage in a work discussion with two hotel managers. He turned around and was shocked to find Jasper standing in the lobby. His eyes darkened.

“That’s all for now. Go.” “Got it, Mr. Lynch.” After the managers left, Sean marched up to Jasper with a cold expression. He said, ” Mr. Beckett, the restaurant is to the left, the bar to the right, and the café on the third floor. If you’re here to book a room, please speak to the front desk staff.” “I’d like to meet Ms. Alyssa,” Jasper got straight to the point as he scanned his surroundings emotionlessly.

“Who do you think you are, demanding to meet our Ms. Alyssa on a whim?” Sean smirked. He would have thrown Jasper out if it weren’t for the hotel’s etiquette in dealing with guests.

“Whatever. I must meet Ms. Alyssa today.” Jasper found that he was increasingly thick-skinned. In the past, he would have left after being humiliated.

However, he ignored Sean’s taunt and stayed, for it wouldn’t hurt him anyway.

He would lose sleep if he failed to see her.

“She won’t see you. You’ll only spoil her mood,” Sean asserted, trying to shoo Jasper away. “You should scram if you know better. Don’t even think of meeting her when I’m around.” “Fine. But I need to hear it from her.” Jasper did not back down. “You’ve stepped on her toes. Your words 1/2 “Are you picking trouble with me?” Face flushed, Sean was about to argue with Jasper when they heard a clear voice from behind that struck Jasper’s heart.

“Mr. Lynch, is Lyse still busy at work?” Jasper spun around and saw Jameson leisurely approaching them in a neat outfit. The two handsome men stood in front of Sean, ignoring each other, but Sean clearly picked up on the tension between them.

The lobby was about to turn into a battlefield at any minute.

Sean silently cussed at Jameson for being clingy. He so badly wanted to throw the two men into a cage and make them fight.

“Mr. Schmidt, you shouldn’t be using her nickname in public, especially in the hotel that she manages.” Sean was equally cold to Jameson.

Jasper silently snickered and suddenly found himself liking this secretary of Alyssa’s.

“Sure. Is she busy? When will she be done?” Jameson remained unfazed by Sean’s remark. He was rather humble and adaptive. “I’d like to take her out for dinner as a thank you for getting my mom Christina Hammond’s signed CD.” “I’m not too sure,” Sean replied, addressing both men.

“I can wait.” Jasper and Jameson spoke at the same time. They turned to each other briefly before looking away in disgust.

What terrible luck!

“You don’t have to wait. She won’t meet you even if you camp here tonight,” Sean replied.

Right after that, he heard Alyssa’s stern’ but lovely voice coming from his earpiece. She inquired, “Sean, what’s happening in the lobby?”