Ch. 501..510

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 501-Alyssa went to the bathroom to wash up before changing into a new set of clothes. After that, she went out for a stroll to clear her mind.

She recalled when Sean knelt before her, delicately wiping spilled wine from her feet before everyone. It left her with a strong sense of discomfort.

Yes, he had always been kind to her, but she could no longer tolerate his kindness after that passion-filled embrace.

They had been childhood friends, and over the years, she had only seen him as a friend who later became a subordinate.

And him? He had taken her as a potential lover or possibly his childhood crush.

Alyssa couldn’t tolerate it.

She sighed, frustrated.

Just then, she noticed Sean standing in the distance, looking unnaturally pale and tense.

“Ms. Alyssa,” he called out weakly.

“Sean? What are you doing here?” Alyssa asked, surprised.

Sean swallowed nervously and slowly walked up to her. “I came to check up on you. I was worried.” “Sean …” “A week has passed, Ms. Alyssa. Why haven’t you summoned me back to your side?” he asked hoarsely.

“Because I’m waiting for you to let this go.” Alyssa leaned against the wall, meeting his soft gaze. “Have you made up your mind this past week, Sean?” “I… I like you, Ms. Alyssa,” Sean said gently, his voice shaking. “You can hate me and despise me all you want, but you can’t stop me from feeling this way for you.

“I never asked for reciprocation. I wouldn’t dream of it. I just don’t think there’s anything wrong with having feelings for you, Ms. Alyssa.” Alyssa’s eyes narrowed just the slightest.

“But that’s all I’ve allowed myself to feel for you. I know any more than that would be beyond all respectable boundaries.” Sean tried his best to smile encouragingly.

+15 BONUS “There’s nothing wrong with your feelings, Sean. I just can’t accept them.” Alyssa met with his smile bitterly.

If having feelings and facing rejection were criminal acts, she should have been condemned to the harshest punishment for loving Jasper and ultimately being discarded.

The person I am today has lost all faith in love. I don’t dare to give love a second chance and have no interest whatsoever. Unreciprocated love can kill you slowly, Sean. You should find someone who can love you the same way you love them.” Though Alyssa had suffered at a man’s hands, she remained kind to Sean.

“I’m sure you’ll find someone who loves you truly, just as much as you love them, Ms. Alyssa,” Sean croaked out, his eyes reddening.

“I won’t make the same mistakes again.” Alyssa waved her hand languidly. “I have loved, and I have lost.

All I want to do now is make lots of money and be single forever!” “Does… Does that mean I can work by your side again?” Sean asked awkwardly. “I… I feel like a fallen log ready to sprout mushrooms after a week of no work.” “Oh, of course you can! Welcome back to your queen’s side, dear knight,” Alyssa teased and extended her hand out to him.

Sean beamed. He respectfully held her hand and gently kissed her knuckles. “It is my honor to serve you till the end of my days, my queen.” Their eyes met, filled with a shared understanding and joy.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 502-In a corner around this hallway was Tatiana, her eyes brimming with shock and sadness. She felt as if invisible blades were thrusting into her heart as she observed the scene before her.

She had thought that she had already accepted the fact that Sean loved her sister.

Yet tonight’s events proved to be unbearably painful for her, shaking her to her core. Tears streamed from her eyes as she cupped her mouth to silence her sobs.

Not wanting to disturb the two, she turned and ran away.

Her love for Sean could only be transmuted into sheer pain right now. There was nothing more devastating than to willingly let him go.

“By the way, what has been up to you tonight?” Alyssa asked, gently knocking on Sean’s temple. “We’re not playing Werewolf here. You don’t need to be so hostile.

“Simon’s still your brother, and your parents are present tonight, too. You can’t always take my side. You need to have your own stance, too. How else would you be able to show yourself at home?” Sean was determined, however. “Your side is my side, Ms. Alyssa.” “Tsk. You’re a pretty good god brother, knowing how to care for me!” Alyssa teased, her eyes forming crescent-shaped slits.

“I wouldn’t dare!” Sean hurriedly shook his head. “That was because Mr. Taylor was trying to pressure Simon, nothing else! I would never assume to-” “Oh, you have no idea what Winston is capable of. His tongue may be loose at times, but he never just puts up an act to lie. If he said it, then he means it. He’s not the type to use you like that, anyway.

“Plus, Dad can easily care for Simon if he wants to. He was just trying to keep our families’ relationship intact.” Alyssa grinned, patting Sean’s shoulder.

She added, “No pressure, though. Better godson than born out of wedlock, am I right?” Sean just about choked on his own spit at that.

Tatiana staggered through the halls, her steps unsteady. She had had a lot to drink tonight. The combination of alcohol and tears blurred her vision, making it difficult to see.

Her legs grew weak, and her thoughts began to unravel at the edges. She came perilously close to +15 BONUS She cursed silently. Was she actually getting lost in her own home?

“Sean… Sean…” Tatiana whimpered, her breathing picking up.

“Ouch!” She suddenly came face to face with a wall, slamming nose-first into it. Her nose had hurt so bad that more tears fell out of her eyes.

Just as Tatiana was about to fall back, the wall she slammed into curled an arm around her waist, catching her. She fell right into the man’s chest.

“Be careful, Ms. Tatiana.” She could vaguely see the man before her through her blurry vision. He looked quite like Sean.

Her heart pounded in her chest. “… Sean …” “No, Ms. Tatiana. I’m not Sean. I’m Simon, his elder brother,” Simon said, an amused curl on his lips.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 503-You’re not Sean. Let go of me,” Tatiana stammered, her face reddening with embarrassment as she attempted to free herself from Simon’s grasp. However, she could barely exert any energy with how weak she was.

“Oh? Only Sean can hold you, then? Do you fancy him?” Simon teased, gazing at her flushed, delicate face. The urge to mess with her grew the more she struggled in her arms.

Tatiana really took after her mother, Lyla.

Like any other man, Simon’s instincts beckoned for something carnal in response.

“N-No!” Tatiana cried, and her face grew even redder.

“Please don’t mind if I take you back to your room.” Simon’s hold on her waist did not lessen in the slightest.

“No, thank you. I can go myself.” “Aw, don’t push yourself.” Simon leaned in so close that they were inches away from kissing, but Tatiana’s hands on his chest pushed him back.

He continued, “We’ve known each other since we were young. You can just call me Simon.” “Ms. Tatiana!” An abrupt cry jerked Tatiana awake.

If it weren’t for Sean’s arrival, Simon might have actually kissed her!

Simon cursed inwardly at Sean. He then quickly put on a serious face and turned to his brother.

“Ms. Tatiana, what are you doing with my brother?” Sean asked, eyes burning with worry.

He saw how close the two were holding one another earlier. It even looked like Simon was about to kiss her, and Tatiana did not fight back at all. The thought made something clench in Sean’s chest and throat.

Tatiana wiped her misty eyes, heart pounding in her chest.

*Please answer me, Ms. Tatiana!” Sean implored worriedly.

Simon quickly stood in front of Tatiana, saying sternly, “Ms. Tatiana has had too much to drink. I was only Are you sure that’s all you were doing?” Sean gritted out. He knew the gaze in his brother’s eyes earlier. It was not at all pure of heart.

“What are you saying, Sean? Do you take me for some defiler?” Simon scowled, as if he was the victim here.

Simon pressed on, “I’m a lawyer. I know the law. Plus, this is Ms. Tatiana’s home. All her family members are here. What could I have possibly done?

Unlike you, who’s now Mr. Taylor’s ‘godson.’ “His most beloved daughter also favors you. Of course you can do whatever you please. Surely, I can take care of Ms. Tatiana while you slave away to Ms. Alyssa, alright?” Simon then turned around to look at Tatiana.

All that was on Sean’s mind right now was how much he wanted to punch Simon. He couldn’t even bring himself to call him his brother.

“S-Simon…” Tatiana said sheepishly, not wanting the two to fight. “I’m okay now.

I’m sober. Let’s go back out to the living room.” “Alright, I’ll escort you.” When the two were about to leave, Sean went up to grab Tatiana by the wrist.

“Ouch!” She winced at his tight grip.

“Come with me,” Sean insisted. He then wrapped an arm around her shoulder, forcing her to come along.

Tatiana was still feeling upset. This was her home, yet here she was, sullen and quiet as she followed Sean to who-knows-where.

She didn’t want to, yet she couldn’t stop her feelings from blossoming.

What could she do?

She adored Sean so much.

Simon silently watched the two leave, never making another move.

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Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 504-Simon wasn’t going to humiliate himself all for a woman.

As he watched Sean and Tatiana’s figures fade into the distance, he recalled how furious Sean had looked when he snatched her away.

Suddenly realizing something, a cunning grin rose on Simon’s face. “If you can be Winston’s godson, why can’t I be his son-in-law?” Sean brought Tatiana back to her room, slamming the door behind them.

She moaned weakly before collapsing on the couch. The earlier commotion had swiftly shattered her sobriety.

Upon witnessing her profound discomfort, Sean’s initial upset rapidly faded away.

“You know you can’t drink that much. Why did you do it anyway?” He sighed and shook his head, quickly filling up a glass of water for her. “Here, drink this.” “No, I don’t want.” Tatiana turned away from him. “Go away. I want to be alone.” “At least sleep on the bed. You’ll catch a cold here.” “I said go away! Why don’t you go bother Alyssa instead?” Tatiana shouted, curled up into a ball.

Sean’s heart throbbed with pain.

He then pulled Tatiana up into his arms and carried her into her bedroom.

“Argh! Let me go, Sean!” Tatiana cried, her heart beginning to pound. Her velvet slippers fell away as she struggled in his arms, revealing her bare feet.

The moment Sean noticed them, he immediately felt like he was doing something forbidden. His heartbeat grew erratic, and his throat dry.

He quickly set Tatiana down on her bed and tucked her in, “Rest well, Ms.

Tatiana. Good night.” Tatiana drunkenly watched him move away. She swiftly grabbed his hand before he could leave.

With a sudden surge of strength, she managed to pull him down onto her. Just like that, Sean fell flat onto her, their lips touching.

“Mm…” Tatiana moaned weakly, toes curling in response.

Sean’s eyes widened at the touch, with an increased blood flow surging through his body in an instant.

He thought that Tatiana tasted so sweet-just like cotton candy.

Tatiana wrapped her arms around his neck as her awareness faded, gently kissing and sucking on his lips.

Their kiss deepened.

The crescent moon outside seemed to watch on approvingly as the minutes went on.

The evening ended in an unceremonious tone due to Simon’s presence. The Lynch family had driven over via three separate vehicles.

Before they left, Spencer said crossly, “Sit with me, Simon. We need to talk.

Sean, go with your mother.” Simon pursed his lips but did not refute.

Sean, meanwhile, sat in the backseat of their car with his mother while Steven sat in the front passenger seat.

Sinead noticed the flush on Sean’s face and his uneven breathing. Worried, she asked, “Are you alright, dear? Do you have a fever?” “Hm? What did you say, Mom?” Sean asked, distracted. He still hadn’t recovered from that kiss earlier.

“Your face is so red, dude.” Steven looked at his brother from the rearview mirror. “You know, my face was exactly that color when I had my first kiss.” “Shut up.” Sean scowled, blushing further. “Don’t worry about me, Mom. I’m alright.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 505-“By the way, I’ll be here tomorrow morning to fetch Ms. Alyssa and drive her back to Solana City. It’s time I get back to work.” Sinead thought back to when her beloved youngest son knelt to clean Alyssa’s feet. She wrinkled her nose, saying, “You were doing just fine by Mr. Jonah’s side, Sean. He’s KS World’s CEO, after all.

“Why are you going back to Ms. Alyssa’s side now? What kind of future would that hold for you? Winston will want to pass his family business onto his sons one day, not his daughter.” “Haven’t you read the news, Mom? Ms. Alyssa’s been taking Solana City by storm,” Steven cut in excitedly.

He continued, “The netizens are even calling her ‘Queen of Pseudonyms’ now.

By the looks of it, she’s nearly as capable as her brother, Jonah.” “That’s because she has her father to help her!” Sinead said, still upset.

Sean held his mother’s hand and said earnestly, “Mom, Ms. Alyssa is very generous and kind to me. She needs me. And as long as she still needs me, I’ll always be there by her side… until she decides otherwise someday.” Sinead was astounded and felt as though she had been neglected or had slipped from importance to a child who was now wholly engrossed with their fiancée.

Spencer gazed incredulously at his younger brother. Sean had basically confessed his love to Alyssa Taylor.

*Sean, does Alyssa return your affection?” Sinead asked, still worried about her son. She felt like Alyssa might have seduced him into whatever this was. She didn’t want her pride and joy to go to waste like this!

Sinead added, “Look at what Alyssa made you do! Just because we owe it to the Taylor family didn’t mean they could just treat you like you were subservient!” Sean hugged his mother, seeing the tears in her eyes. “You overthink, Mom. Ms.

Alyssa truly is kind to me. She never demands or orders me around. I do what I do of my own volition.” Meanwhile, the atmosphere was getting heavy and dense in the other car.

“Stay out of the Taylor family’s way from now on!” Spencer reprimanded sternly.

Spencer continued, “Do you not remember what I’ve always taught you? Never forget those who have +15 BONUS “Besides, your net worth is already more than millions! Why do you still need to go work with the Beckett family and turn against the Taylors?” “I did nothing wrong! The Taylor family is the one who’s pushing my limits!” Simon gritted out, feeling contempt at the humiliation he had suffered earlier tonight.

Simon added, “Alyssa must have told her father about this. That’s why he bought out Evergreen Capital and took control of my firm!

“I refuse to let her get the best of me! I’m going to make her regret it if it’s the last thing I do!” “When will you wake up from this delusion of yours?” Spencer angrily slapped Simon across his cheek.

Spencer asserted, “Listen and do as I say. I am your father. I.won’t let you down!

Do you think you can manipulate the Taylors like the Beckett family? They’re more close-knit than you can imagine.

“I know that better than anyone else! Trying to attack one of them is waging war with their entire family.

You’ll lose everything you have!” But Simon was still adamant. In the end, all Spencer could say was, “I’m warning you, you can go dig your grave all you like, but keep our family out of this!” After clearing things up with Alyssa, Sean returned to work by her side. Though his first love had to end so abruptly and sadly, it was still an end to something he had been holding on for years.

What remained on his mind was that kiss from that night in Tatiana’s bedroom.

“Sean. Sean? The eggs are burning!” Alyssa’s yell jerked him back to the present.

Smoke billowed from the grayish-looking lumps in the pan before him.

“Shit!” He quickly switched off the stove and tossed the pan in the sink before turning on the tap.

“What is up with you? You’ve been so distracted lately.” Alyssa hurriedly came over to see if he had suffered any burns.

“I’m sorry, Ms. Alyssa. I haven’t slept very well these past few days. Please, let me make another omelet for you.” Sean was about to scrub the blackened pan when Alyssa stopped him.

+15 BONUS “No need. We’re running out of time. Let’s just grab breakfast at a café outside. I need you to drive me to Crater Mountain Park later. I want to go see Mr. Forrest.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 506-Alyssa opted for a mediocre-looking sedan for her drive to the park later that day with Sean’s company.

13 years ago, she had nearly lost her life here while searching for her mother’s belongings. Supposedly, the memory should still traumatize her, but that trauma wavered in the face of her determination to be strong.

Ever since that incident, all that changed was that Alyssa would pay the park a visit every year and hike around the area with Elijah Forrest, aiding any trekkers or hikers in peril.

At first, the park rangers underestimated Alyssa, thinking she would go running back to her parents after a day’s work and never return.

To their surprise, Alyssa pushed through every obstacle without complaint, finally leaving a good impression in front of everyone.

Sean looked at her from the rearview mirror. She was clad in full hiking gear, with no makeup on her skin.

She had a robust elegance to her, like some determined huntress.

“I’ll come with you on the trek, Ms. Alyssa. It will be dangerous,” Sean suggested.

“You?” Alyssa squinted at him. “Did you bring any hiking gear? Have you learned anything about the do’s and don’ts? Do you know any techniques to keep yourself safe?” “No, but I did surf before, so I know how to dive!” Sean grinned.

Alyssa scowled. “Are we even on the same frequency here?” Sean pursed his lips, mumbling, “I wouldn’t dare stray …” “What if we get in danger? Are you going to dive into the ocean? Hey, that might not be a bad idea. I’m sure some sirens are out there looking for an unfortunate human to be their spouse.” Sean awkwardly scratched his head, taking that as a compliment.

The car stopped halfway through the park. Beyond the road were forests and mountains as far as the eye could see, interspersed with faint mist and fog.

Sean gaped in awe at the tall, snowy peaks. “Whoa… that is very tall … It’s massive …” *Are those the only words that come to mind for you?” Alyssa shook her head disapprovingly and recited a poem with a hint of nostalgia.

+15 BONUS “I saw the mountains stand, Silent, wonderful, and grand; Looking out across the land, When the golden light was falling, On distant dome and spire…” Sean nodded as if he understood, not daring to question her.

“Alice!” The warmth in the voice made Alyssa’s heart blossom. She turned to find Elijah a distance away, being supported by Elias.

“Mr. Forrest,” she said gently, her eyes brimming with tears at the sight of her friend looking so ill. He had lost a lot of weight, his cheeks caving in on themselves.

Alyssa went up to hug Elijah, and he met her embrace as if she were his daughter.

“How have you been?” she asked.

“Never better! I’ve been eating heartily and sleeping just as soundly!” Elijah said with a grin.

Beside him, Elias looked away sadly.

Alyssa took a deep breath to settle her upset emotions. Being a doctor, she knew what someone with an illness like Elijah’s would go through on a daily basis-loss of appetite, weight loss, hair loss. Even the most resolute of individuals would discover their determination waning in such circumstances.

Alyssa shot Sean a look, to which the man nodded. He had found the specialist she needed to treat Elijah.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 507-“And who might this be, Alice?” Elijah turned to Sean.

“Oh! He-He’s my cousin.” Alyssa quickly made a white lie.

The park rangers were largely oblivious to how things were transpiring in Solana City, given their focus was on the park itself. Naturally, they had no idea of her identity as Alyssa Taylor.

“Your family has quite the genetics. Even your cousin appears to be a fine man!” Elias praised.

Sean blushed happily. He could accept that instead of “boyfriend”.

“The weather’s been peculiar of late, Alice. A storm might spring up on us when we least expect it,” Elijah said worriedly. “I’m truly glad you could pay me a visit today, but you don’t need to come up into the mountains with us.” “I don’t mind. Did you forget? I got a community award for helping people up there before. They even called me a living Mountain Goddess!” Alyssa said proudly, thumping her chest.

“Hahaha! How blessed we are to have two great individuals in our midst!” Elijah chuckled fondly.

Alyssa cocked her head. “Oh? Is there someone else I should know about?” “Yes! His name is Jasper Beckett, from the Beckett Group!” Elias cried excitedly.

Alyssa and fellow “cousin” Sean shot one another a look. “What?” “Mr. Beckett from the Beckett Group! Isn’t that amazing? What a surprise, right?” Elias’ eyes were wide with admiration as he waxed on, “I only knew his true identity two years ago. You’d never expect a rich, refined man like him would be able to hike so well!

“When he went up the mountains with Mr. Forrest two years ago, he saved two hikers who got off the trail due to a thunderstorm. They were calling him the ‘Mountain God’ at that time!” F “This mountain’s only big enough for one god,” Alyssa grumbled to herself.

“What’s that, Alice?” Elijah asked.

“Oh, no, nothing. I’m just admiring Mr. Jasper’s bravado, is all!” Alyssa forced a smile and a thumbs up.

“Yeah. He really is brave. He even comes by sometimes to join our hikes and donates occasionally too.” Elijah bearned at the thought, adding, “I’d love for you two to meet. After all, both of you have made significant contributions to our park here, and both adore the hike. I’m sure you two would get along very The corner of Alyssa’s lips twitched. “There’s no need for that, really!” +15 BONUS In the end, Sean was left behind while Alyssa went to the start of the trail with Elijah and Elias.

Alyssa remained distracted throughout their walk, the only thing on her mind being the memory from 13 years ago when Jasper saved her from the pit she had landed in.

Like her, he’d revisited this park all these years.

Surprisingly, neither of them ever met one another during their visits.

Alyssa tightened her grip around her backpack, her lips thinning slightly.

It seemed like they really were never meant to be.

Any fate between them had run out in that incident 13 years ago, and everything else afterward was nothing but a figment of her fervent imagination.

They soon reached the foot of the mountain.

Just then, several park rangers ran over to them, yelling, “Mr. Forrest! We just got a signal for help from two hikers! One of their friends is still stuck on the mountain. We’re just about to go on a search!”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 508-“Lead the way!” Elijah said gruffly.

Elias was concerned for him, however. “But sir, the weather might turn against us any minute, and you’re already…” “Don’t worry about me, I’m fine!” “Leave this to Elias and me, Mr. Forrest!” Alyssa cried. “I’ve volunteered as a medic in a warzone before. If this hiker is in any danger, I can come to their aid immediately!” A look of shock and respect surfaced on Elias’ expression.

“Well… alright then.” Elijah nodded. He gave Alyssa’s hand a firm grab. “We’re counting on you, Alice!” Jasper drove into Crater Mountain Park on his own. He had swapped for a lessshowy-looking SUV, so Sean hadn’t noticed his arrival outside the park.

He soon parked the car and got out.

“Mr. Forrest? Is that you?” He called, dressed in camo for the hike. He looked just like some special ops team sergeant.

“Mr. Jasper!” Elijah greeted him warmly at the entrance. “The weather is not on our side today. What brings you here out of your busy schedule?” “It’s precisely because I’m only going to be busier that I decided to stop by. I won’t be able to for a long time.” Jasper sighed. “But you can just call me Jasper, sir. Like you used to.” “That was when you were but an 18-year-old. I can’t keep calling you that now that you’re the head of your family business. What if you get upset and stop donating to our park?” Elijah said jokingly.

“I would never. I’ve already allocated a fund in my secretary’s name. If something happens to me, he’ll continue donating annually to the park on my behalf.” Elijah didn’t expect this response. He quickly smacked Jasper’s chest, saying, “Don’t talk like that! I was only joking around with you. You’re too serious for your own good.

*Ah… What a lucky day it is for me today. Both my favorite youngsters are here visiting me. How blessed!

am.” Elijah teared up slightly after saying that. He knew his time would soon be up, so being able to witness a “Do you have another visitor?” Jasper asked lightly.

“I do, yes. I wanted to introduce her to you. You two are so alike, joining the patrol and helping hikers and donating to the park every year.” Jasper’s curiosity increased upon hearing that. “If they are important to you and share the same passions as I do, I wouldn’t mind getting to know them.” “Too bad. Alice has joined the rest of the patrol!” When “Alice” was mentioned, Jasper was initially puzzled before the realization struck him.

Jasper’s heart skipped violently as a surge of electricity swept through his being, sending him into a peculiar state of numbness and shock.

Seconds later, he held Elijah’s arm and asked, “Is her last name White?” “Oh? Do you know her?” Elijah asked, surprised. “Yes, her family name is White.

Alice White is her full

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 509-Just then, thunder sounded in the skies, followed by a strike of white lightning.

It seemed to have struck Jasper to the ground, making his entire body numb and fixed to the spot. Only his heart remained tossing and turning in turmoil.

“How long has she been joining you on your hikes, Mr. Forrest?” Jasper inquired restrainedly as if he were suppressing some emotion.

“For the past three years now, actually.” The past three years.

That meant since the start of their marriage.

Jasper’s heart lurched once again. Bile filled his throat, flooding his senses.

Alice… Alyssa … Jasper came to realize that Alyssa had been keeping that from him all these years, even though they were doing the same thing.

While Jasper had his own reasons for his actions, he couldn’t help but wonder about Alyssa’s motivations.

His head throbbed painfully. All these lies and secrets were driving him insane!

“Oh dear. The rain’s a-coming.” Elijah glanced at the gray clouds gathering above the mountains and got his walkie-talkie out.

He said, “Elias, it looks like a thunderstorm is on our heels. Please have the team be extra careful during the patrol, especially Alice! Over.” “Don’t worry, sir. Over,” came Elias’ reply.

Jasper’s jaw was clenched worriedly. He turned and ran right into the park.

“Mr. Jasper, where are you going?” Elijah cried.

Jasper kept running, with only five words on his mind right now-“I need to find her!” The sky darkened considerably as thunderclouds gathered as far as the eye could see. It felt like the sun has taken a holiday.

+15 BONUS Blinding strikes of lightning crackled through the sky as the wind picked up, howling in the rangers’ faces.

“Damn it!” someone cried, “We already warned these hikers about potential thunderstorms! Why did they still decide to go on a hike?” “Let’s just focus on the present, shall we? Our duty as park rangers is to keep the hikers safe no matter their personal decisions!” Elias yelled through the torrent of rain and wind.

“Over here, Mr. Parker!” Alyssa called, noticing a hiker’s phone caught between some rocks.

“It must have belonged to that missing hiker! We must be on the right track!” Elias noticed how fast the weather was turning south. If they continued staying there, they might be the ones in danger next.

He hurriedly instructed, “Split into two formations! Ms. Alice and Team A will go north with me while Team B heads west!” “Yes, sir!” The raincoat and windbreaker Alyssa had on were nothing compared to the violent tearing of wind and rain. She was shivering right now. Even her breath came out as a wispy mist.

The two teams went on their separate ways to search for the missing hiker. It was a dense and large mountain, paths nearly indistinguishable from one another in the torrential rain.

“Help … Help me! Help me!” “The hiker is nearby. I can hear her already!” Alyssa announced, stopping to gauge her surroundings for more clues as to where the hiker might be.

The other rangers shared looks of shock. They wondered if Alyssa had a supersonic hearing or something.

“Be careful!” Elias cried, running toward Alyssa when she ran straight to the source of the call.

Alyssa used her torchlight to guide her way, focusing on that weak cry for help just now. She had found herself at the mercy of this mountainous terrain once upon a time, so she hoped they found the salvation they needed just like she did.

After some time, she finally found the hiker who had lost their way, leaning against an inclined ledge.

“Stay right there! We’re here to help!” Alyssa cried. “Are you okay? Can you walk?” “N-No…” the hiker cried, clearly in pain. “My leg is stuck… It hurts…” Alyssa gritted her teeth, about to climb down to help her up, but Elias stopped her.

+15 BONUS “This is the steepest, barest face of the mountain, Ms. Alice! The rock might give way at any moment under this rain! Let me go in your stead!” The hiker suddenly screamed, “Ah! Help me!” Alyssa watched as the rock under the hiker’s feet crumbled, making her slip further toward the ledge.

Things were critical right now.

“The ledge can’t support any more weight right now!” another ranger cried.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 510-“I’ll pull her up!” Alyssa cried. “I’m lightweight, so it should be safe enough!” There was no other choice right now.

“You can’t!” Elias cried, shaking his head. “I promised Mr. Forrest I would keep you safe! Let me go save her!” His team cried, “You know the rock won’t hold your weight, sir!” “I’m not some prissy little miss, Mr. Parker. I’m a qualified park ranger, just like you! Now stay there and let me save her!” Alyssa then hooked a latch around the safety rope around her waist and slowly climbed toward the injured hiker.

Unfortunately for her, the rain only added to the smoothness of the mountain’s rocky surface, making climbing even more difficult.

“I’m here! You’re safe!” Finally, Alyssa reached the injured hiker, quickly grabbing her by the waist.

“My leg… It won’t move…” The woman’s face was covered in rainwater and tears. She was so weak and limp that she could barely speak.

Alyssa could instantly tell that her leg had fractured. She hurriedly tied the safety rope around the woman’s waist.

At that moment, the ground beneath them started to tremble and disintegrate.

“Shit! The rock’s coming apart! Hurry and get them back up!” Elias cried, pulling on the rope with the rest of his team.

Yet, no matter how hard they tried, the slippery ground beneath their surfaces only made them slip forward even more.

“We need to hurry, sir!” “We can’t hold on much more!” “We can only save one of them, Mr. Parker! We need to leave quickly!” The landslide had already begun, rock and soil falling in great clumps down by their feet and past the +15 BONUS Elias used all his strength, a cry tearing from his lips as he and his team pulled with all their might.

Finally, they managed to rescue someone.

“Mr. Parker, the hiker has made it! She’s alive!” “But Ms. Alice isn’t here, sir!” Elias’ breathing caught at the realization that Alyssa hadn’t been pulled up. His vision swam, turning dark in an instant.

The team had to return the injured hiker to the base camp to treat her injuries.

“Half of you take the hiker back. The rest of you come with me! We need to find Ms. Alice!” Elias cried.” Dispatch the search and rescue team right now! We need backup!” “Mr. Parker, could she have been washed away by the rubble?” “What if… What if she fell down the cliff?” The team stood there dejectedly, not an ounce of hope in their chests.

“Don’t you dare spout nonsense like that! Ms. Alice is safe and sound, waiting for us to rescue her right now!” Elias yelled. Still, he had to bite his cheek to keep the tears from falling.

He had lost a teammate to one of these accursed landslides three years ago, so he knew just how much danger Alyssa was in, bravado or not.

“Look there, sir!” someone called out.

П Elias turned to look. Amid the rain and wind, a man in green camo hiking gear marched right up to them.

“Mr. Jasper?” “It really is him!” Jasper’s face was pale. He was drenched in rainwater, but his gaze remained steely and determined.

“Where’s Alice?” He nearly barked out.

“She… was swept away in a landslide while saving a lost hiker. We don’t know if she’s safe or in danger right now,” Elias bit out. There was no use hiding the truth right now.

+15 BONUS Jasper seemed to grow even paler. Pain tore at his heart in an instant.

“No. She can’t be. She’s going to be okay!” Jasper growled madly.

Alyssa still owed him answers. She hadn’t gotten her revenge on him, and he hadn’t made things up to her yet for all the pain and suffering he caused her. So she couldn’t be dead. He wouldn’t allow it.

Wait for me, Alyssa!

With that burning thought in mind, Jasper turned and ran back into the torrential rain, heading for the mountain trail.