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Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 661-Lauren! Why are you here?” Alyssa pinched Lauren’s soft cheeks and smiled widely.

Lauren ressed her lips shyly and hugged her teddy bear tight. “Alyssa, 1 missed you… and Jasper. I came because I wanted to see you.” A pleased grin spread across Jasper’s face upon hearing Lauren’s words.

However, Alyssa felt a slight unease at being mentioned in the same breath as Jasper. But her heart warmed at the sight of the teddy bear, which she had bought Lauren. Lauren had insisted on bringing it to the party.

She gently stroked Lauren’s head and confessed, “Lauren, I missed you too.” Turning her attention to Landon, Alyssa gave him a pointed look and inquired, “Are you the one who brought her here from Sophia’s birthday party?” Landon openly admitted with a smile, “Yes, it was me.” Alyssa shot him a glare and jabbed him in the shoulder. “You’re still smiling? It seems like you only care about your relationship with Lauren and how it makes you feel.

“Have you considered what’s best for her? What will happen when you take Lauren away from her family?

Javier and Sophia will be upset with her when she returns home later!” Landon retorted, “She’s not going back. Why should she go to a home where her mom and sister treat her like crap? Lauren has been staying with me for a while now.” Alyssa’s eyes widened. “What did you just say?” “I’ve registered my villa on the hill in Lauren’s name. It’s her second home. If she’s unhappy at the Becketts home and doesn’t want to see her mom and sister, she’s always welcome to stay at that villa,” Landon explained, gazing tenderly at Lauren, Meanwhile, Alyssa nearly fainted from the outrage.

Jasper, unable to contain his anger, confronted Landon. “When did this happen, Landon? How dare you live with my sister without anyone’s permission? You’ve got some nerve.” Landon hurriedly clarified, “We’re just living under the same roof, Jasper! I haven’t done anything out of the line,” Landon hurriedly explained, feeling gravely misunderstood.

Women out there were lining up to please him, and they would be glad to spend a night at his place. Over Lauren was the only woman with whom he hadn’t done anything more than hugs and kisses. He was no gentleman, but he refused to sully Lauren. He was content just staying by her side.

Alyssa gritted her teeth and fumed, “Landon, did you hear yourself just now? Do you expect us to believe that you haven’t slept with her at all?” Landon frowned helplessly. Alyssa and Jasper looked like Lauren’s parents, who disapproved of her partner.

However, Lauren shielded Landon, much to Jasper and Alyssa’s astonishment.

Her cheeks were flushed, and she said, “Jasper, Alyssa, don’t scold him. I wanted to be with him.” Her confession left Jasper and Alyssa in shock. Landon hugged Lauren from behind and rested his chin on her head. Together, they looked like a family, complete with the teddy bear she clung to.

“Lauren, I can take you to Grandpa’s house after the party if you want. Is that okay?” Alyssa asked for Lauren’s opinion softly.

Lauren merely bit her lower lip and stared at her feet unhappily. Taken aback, Alyssa sighed. “Do you seriously want to be with Landon?”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 662-Lauren looked up and met Alyssa’s gaze with her clear eyes. Despite the silence, Alyssa read Lauren’s mind just by exchanging looks.

Jasper looked over and comforted Alyssa with a hint of pleading, “This is the first time Lauren’s had a crush on someone and defended him. Just think of it as Lauren going on a trip.

If she’s happy with Landon, let’s give them a chance.” “I can tell that Lauren cares about him. I don’t want to get between them. I just-” Alyssa stared into Jasper’s eyes.

He smiled understandingly. “I know. I get it.” He only reserved this side of himself for her.

He added, “But don’t you forget that Lauren has me too.” It was a curt and powerful statement. She felt her heart skip a beat and hurriedly looked away.

Jasper had always been taciturn, but each word he spoke carried weight.

All the family members took their seats at Alyssa’s table, except for Winston and Lyla. Jasper insisted on sitting beside Alyssa, unfazed by the disapproving looks from those around her.

He had thick skin, to say the least.

“Mr. Beckett, you’re seated at the wrong table.” Cyrus spoke his mind as he shot daggers from across the table, as though he were examining a suspect.

“This table is reserved for my family and our close friends. What are you doing here?” All eyes at the table turned to Jasper, and a hush fell over them.

Jasper responded with a smirk, meeting Cyrus’s challenge head-on while casting a tender gaze in Alyssa’s direction. He insisted, “I’m exactly where I should be-right beside Lyse.” Alyssa nearly spat out her drink. She, spun around and glared at Jasper, who looked at ease.

Cyrus muttered under his breath, “That jerk.” Then, he took a sip of water.

“I don’t know the Beckett family’s rules, but we don’t allow animals at the dinner table.” Colene immediately fired at Jasper, implying that he was a beast.

Colene crossed her legs and leaned backward while drumming her calloused fingers on the table. She had the air of the daughter of a gang leader.

Jasper frowned silently and clenched his jaw. No one would feel good after being called an animal.

He might be hopelessly in love with Alyssa and desperate to leave a good impression on her family, but that didn’t mean they had the right to insult him.

“Enough now. Since Grandpa is here tonight, let’s get along well and enjoy dinner for his sake.” Alyssa helped Jasper out, thinking that her family was a little harsh on him.

At that moment, Sean called out to Alyssa, drawing her aside and whispering, “Mr. Jameson Schmidt is here.” Jasper picked up on that, looking visibly upset.

Alyssa responded flatly, “Oh? I didn’t expect him to join us. Bring him in and seat him at the Schmidts’ table.” “The situation is somewhat complicated,” Sean informed.

After a pause, he lowered his voice, saying, “Mrs. Schmidt is here with him.” Alyssa gasped in shock, her eyes widening. “She’s here too?” Sean confirmed, “Yes, they’re waiting outside the hall. What would you like to do?” Alyssa immediately followed Sean and left the hall.

Jasper felt a bitter sense of loss after being left behind. He tightened his grip on his glass, almost crushing it.

dressed family members.

His neatly slicked-back hair and gold-rimmed glasses added an intellectual touch to his appearance.

“Jimmy, let’s… let’s go home. I’m scared…” Lily mumbled, tugging timidly at Jameson’s shirt.

Thanks to Jameson, she was all dressed up in an exquisite magenta dress, and she wore an expensive hairpin on her bun.

Although her set of pearl jewelry seemed simple, it had been exclusively designed for the royal family in Kontina and was more valuable than diamonds.

She was Jameson’s only family. Therefore, he wanted the best for her. He beamed at her and held her hand, reassuring her, “Don’t worry, Mom. I’m here with you.’ “But…

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 663-Mom, I brought you here tonight to meet Lyse. You said you missed her just last night, didn’t you? You can meet her here tonight.” “Yes. I need to meet Lyse.” Her eyes lit up as she called out, “Lyse! That’s Lyse!” Jameson quickly turned to see Alyssa walking toward them. Touched, he smiled at her.

“Lyse!” Lily exclaimed.

“Mrs. Schmidt!” Alyssa greeted her and immediately held her hand with a delighted smile.

“I thought you wouldn’t show up! I’m glad you made it.” “I’m happy to see you too.” Lily took a liking to Alyssa and gave her a big hug.

Then, she grabbed a handful of chocolate candy from her bag and stuffed them into Alyssa’s hand. She urged, “Have some candy! I noticed you really liked chocolate the last time you dropped by. Look, I brought some for you!” “Thank you for thinking of me,” Alyssa replied, feeling touched as she held the candy. Perhaps she had experienced too many life-changing events as well as the brutality of the battlefield in her life. Nothing could faze her anymore, except for the tiny, heartwarming things in life.

“You look gorgeous tonight,” Alyssa praised Lily.

“Is it?” Lily blushed like a young girl.

“My son picked the dress for me. I only wear loose clothes at home. I feel a little awkward in formal wear today.” “You look really great, Mrs. Schmidt.” Alyssa smiled at Jameson and remarked, “Jameson has great taste.” Jameson’s breathing quickened when she smiled at him, and his heart raced.

“The other Schmidt family members are here. Mr. Victor Schmidt is seated with my dad. I’ll take you over, Alyssa offered.

n She was about to lead Lily away when Jameson suddenly interrupted, “Lyse, wait a minute.” She turned around with a confused look. “Hm?” “You know our family dynamics. My mom and I lost our roles and shares in Schmidt Group, and Dad shipped us off to Kontina for 15 years without a chance of return.

“I was very young back then, and my mom’s health was in decline. You can imagine how hard life was for the two of us,” he said with a bitter tone.

Alyssa listened silently, her heart going out to the young boy who’d had to take care of his ailing mother.

Jameson continued, “That’s why I refuse to sit with my family members. I don’t want my mom near them.” He mistook Alyssa’s silence for rejection. He smiled wryly, saying, “If you feel uneasy inserting outsiders.

at your family’s table, just forget about what I said.

“You’ve met my mom, and we’ve handed over our gift for Madam Lyla. That should suffice. We’ll go home.

Please enjoy your night.” “Jimmy, you’re overthinking,” Alyssa responded warmly. She couldn’t possibly turn him down after what he had shared.

“Let’s go. We’ll share a table. Today’s party is just a family gathering. Please make yourself at home.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 664-Looking delighted, Jameson smiled. “Thank you, Lyse.” Alyssa led Jameson and Lily into the event hall. David appeared baffled by the scene. Pointing at the door, he gasped, “Josh, look! It’s that woman!” Josh casually swirled the red wine in his glass and looked up with a cold expression. He frowned when he noticed Jameson and Alyssa chatting and laughing.

“Jimmy seems close to Alyssa Taylor.” “Pfft, right! A firecracker like her wouldn’t fall for a clingy man like Jimmy,” David muttered through clenched teeth, downing a glass of wine while glaring at Jameson.

He added, “Jimmy is more thick-skinned than anyone else. He was busy peeling shrimp for Alyssa when nothing had even happened between them. If they start dating, he would probably lick her boots!” Clarissa shot a disdainful look at David, whose crude remarks were at odds with his status as a Schmidt.

“Didn’t Dad want to set you up with Alyssa?” Josh chimed in with a smirk. 1 “At this rate, your future wife will soon become your sister-in-law.” “I’m not as thick-skinned as Jameson! I couldn’t grovel to Alyssa like he did,” David retorted scornfully.

“What if groveling made you the son-in-law of a wealthy family and boosted your net worth? Would you do it?” Josh taunted.

Looking stunned, David fell silent and pursed his lips.

Josh continued, “David, if you don’t work for it, all of our efforts will go to waste.

If Jimmy marries Winston Taylor’s favorite daughter, he’ll become a formidable rival for me.

“He’s always been a thorn in your side. Won’t you be upset to see him succeed?” Hearing that, David’s eyes took on a threatening glint as he stared at Jameson.

Alyssa guided Jameson and Lily to her family. Mandy and Colene immediately stood up to greet Lily. “Oh!

Mrs. Schmidt, are you back from Kontina? It’s been a while.” Lily appeared blank as she looked at Jameson. “And who are they?” “Mom, this is Mr. Taylor’s second wife, Mandy. And this is Mr. Taylor’s fourth wife, Colene. That’s Landon Lily.

At first, Landon was disgusted to see Jameson around, but he felt better after hearing Jameson’s compliment for Lauren.

Landon had always been hard to please, but recently, he seemed to be easily satisfied.

Jonah stood up to greet Lily, and the rest of the people at the table followed suit.

The Taylor siblings were raised with good manners. Even though the Taylor brothers disapproved of Jameson, they would hide their displeasure at a formal event.

Only Jasper remained seated with a long face. He shot an icy look at Jameson as he stiffened like a tense bow.

Jameson had introduced everyone at the table to Lily, leaving out only Jasper.

That was an obvious act of provocation and disdain.

“Wow. That’s a lot of people,” Lily said worriedly.

“I can’t remember all the faces and names. What do I do?” “Don’t worry, Mrs. Schmidt. We’re all old friends. Just relax and take a seat.” Alyssa invited them to sit but suddenly noticed an issue.

There was only one empty seat left at the table.

“Mom, why don’t you sit at this table with Lyse? I’ll find a seat elsewhere,” Jameson suggested, as if he were considerate and reluctant to trouble Alyssa.

“No!”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 665-Lily grabbed Jameson’s arm with a nervous expression and insisted, “I want to sit with you. I don’t want to be alone here!” Everyone at the table exchanged looks.

“Hey, Mandy, why do I feel that Mrs. Schmidt… acts a little weird?” Colene elbowed Mandy and asked quietly.

“I heard from Winston that Mrs. Schmidt has Alzheimer’s. It looks like a particularly bad case. She doesn’t even recognize us,” Mandy whispered back.

“Oh gosh, Alzheimer’s at such a young age? Poor woman…” Colene sighed and cast a sympathetic look at Lily.

Jameson looked at Alyssa helplessly as Lily refused to let go of him.

After some hesitation, Alyssa tapped Jasper on the shoulder. “Mr. Beckett, could you do us a favor and change your seat?” He looked up slowly with an astonished and aggrieved expression. “Why should I? I was here before them.

Landon bit his lip, trying not to burst into laughter. Jasper was indeed quite petty!

“The timing of your arrival isn’t the issue. As you can see, Mrs. Schmidt doesn’t want to be separated from her son, and I’d like them to sit at this table. I have no choice but to ask you to move to another table,” Alyssa explained.

She hadn’t wanted to sit beside him in the first place, and now she had a valid reason.

She urged, “After some thought, I’ve realized you’re the only one I can ask to move. Please take a seat at another table.” Jameson held onto Lily and adjusted his glasses, a sly grin playing on his lips.

“I won’t.” Jasper frowned and stubbornly refused to budge.

“Fine, you’re not moving, right? Then, I’ll sit at Grandpa’s table!” Alyssa’s anger flared. She was so close to punching Jasper in the face./ Now, it was Jasper’s turn to get flustered. Worried that she might leave for real, he decided to listen to her and leave instead.

Just then, Jonah stood up in time with a soft smile. He said to Alyssa, “Lyse, Mr.

Beckett is a guest as well. Let’s not trouble him. I’ll join Dad at his table. We shouldn’t let a minor incident dampen the mood.” With that, Jonah smoothly moved to another table, leaving an empty seat behind.

Jameson’s face crumbled. He knew the motive behind Jonah’s actions and felt disheartened.

On the other hand, Jasper let out a relieved sigh when the problem was solved.

He decided to thank Jonah at another time.

Lyla’s birthday party finally got underway. Alyssa had purposely arranged for Miley to sit beside her, as she hadn’t seen the latter in a long while.

Jameson had no choice but to take a seat next to Miley, looking somewhat disappointed that he couldn’t sit beside Alyssa.

“Miley, Mr. Schmidt has just returned from Kontina recently. The two of you must have a lot in common to talk about,” Alyssa began, trying to strike up a conversation and lighten the mood.

“Oh, did you live in Kontina for a long time?” Miley asked, looking surprised.

“15 years, to be precise,” Jameson replied with a smile.

“Well, you are almost a local then. You lived there longer than me. This is my third year living in Kontina after my marriage,” Miley remarked.

Eager to participate in the small talk, she casually asked, “I wonder, what’s your profession?” Jameson merely replied, “I was in the trading business.” “Oh, I see.” Out of the blue, Jasper interjected, “Mr. Schmidt, can you elaborate on the types of goods you traded?” Jameson narrowed his eyes and balled his fists under the table.

Jasper glanced at him with a piercing gaze and added, “This isn’t confidential information, is it? Or did you run a … unique business that you can’t publicly disclose?”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 666-Alyssa, looking skeptical, silently gave Jasper a look. She didn’t understand what he was up to by provoking Jameson.

“Just some everyday goods. I ran a typical business,” Jameson responded, adjusting his glasses. Only the stiffness of his lips betrayed the anger simmering beneath his facade.

He added, “Mr. Beckett, I must say you’re quite imaginative. I know you hold a grudge against me, but you shouldn’t question my character and disregard my hard work because of it.” Jasper put on an amused expression.

Jameson continued, “I’m different from you. You smoothly rose up the ranks within Beckett Group and swiftly became a young businessman.

“You were chosen as the heir by your grandfather. You will never understand the challenges of building a business from scratch.” Alyssa took a sip of champagne after hearing Jameson’s biting reply. It stirred some of her memories.

She was among the few who truly comprehended Jasper’s tough journey to the position of Beckett Group’s president. It hadn’t been as straightforward as Jameson assumed.

“I never thought that I would get a lecture just for asking you a question, Mr.

Schmidt. It seems I’ve made you nervous. Let’s leave the rumors I heard from Kontina as mere hearsay,” Jasper quipped with a faint smile.

He exuded an air of intimidation, and his eyes gleamed with a subtle threat. “I have no prejudice against you, but I will if you get any closer to Lyse.” Jameson’s jaw clenched upon hearing that, and Miley’s reaction changed from shock to excitement while witnessing the exchange between the two men.

As Alyssa’s older sister and a woman of high social standing, she had to stifle her laughter. The trip back home had certainly been worthwhile!

Jasper, are you done?” Alyssa finally snapped and glared at him, “I’ll kick you out if you keep spewing nonsense.” Jasper held his breath and clenched his fists. He then inched closer to her, touched her fingers, and started softly caressing her skin. “Lyse, I was wrong. Please don’t be angry, okay?” Any woman would find it difficult to resist the advances of such a handsome and affectionate man. The He grew even more anxious when she remained silent.

Leaning in, he coaxed her, “Can you at least wait until after dinner to beat me up? My title might mean nothing to you, but please spare a company president from public humiliation.” Miley silently chuckled at the situation. She and Alyssa shared a penchant for eavesdropping.

“Just stay where you are. I can’t be bothered to beat you up-you’re quite a handful,” Alyssa scoffed, turning away from Jasper.

Jasper stared longingly at her rosy lips, feeling tempted. Despite being in his 30s, he still acted like a lovestruck teenager when faced with her smile and words.

The stage lights dimmed, and a spotlight illuminated the stage as the emcee made an announcement.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 667-“Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for your patience. Let us welcome the star of tonight, Madam Lyla!” Applause erupted in the hall.

“Lyla! Lyla!” Alyssa cheered happily and clapped hard.

At that moment, Winston, looking dapper in a black tuxedo, led Lyla onto the stage.

“Damn! Dad looks incredibly handsome,” Cyrus remarked, impressed by Winston’s youthful appearance.

“He might have overdressed for the occasion, don’t you think? People might mistake him for getting married a second time,” Silas commented, his gaze fixed on the stage with keen interest.

“It would have been his fifth wedding,” Landon corrected while playing with Lauren’s hand.

He joked, “Not too bad. At least I can still count with one hand.” He made a face and behaved himself when Mandy and Colene glared at him.

Silas, feeling hungry, swiped a piece of dessert and sneaked it into his mouth when no one was looking. However, Rose, seated at another table, caught his sly move and playfully called him out, “Hey, why are you eating like a thief, Mr. Taylor?” Startled, Silas choked on his dessert and coughed, his face turning red. He had to pat his chest and gulp down some water, while Rose chuckled at the comical moment.

Meanwhile, Silas was left wondering if Rose had been sent to mess with him.

After crashing into his car, she had made him choke on food, and she had even received Alyssa’s backing!

“What’s wrong with eating the food at my family dinner?” Silas shot a frustrated and annoyed look at Rose.

“Well, you ate ahead of everyone else at the table. Where are your manners?” she retorted, resting her chin on the back of her seat as she turned around with a cheeky smile that bore a striking resemblance to Alyssa.

Silas’ anger went away when he saw her smile.

“Wow, have you seen that stunning black and red dress Madam Lyla is wearing?” “Yes, I noticed it as soon as she stepped on stage. She looks absolutely gorgeous.” The audience couldn’t take their eyes off Lyla’s dress, gasping in awe. Jasper turned to look at Lyla, visibly surprised. Wasn’t that the same dress he had seen hanging in Rose’s studio, which was Alyssa’s Sharon’s design?” “What? Sharon’s design?” “Goodness gracious, I’m honored to see her designs with my own eyes.’

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 668-“How I wish I could touch the dress!” “The Taylor family’s prestige is the only thing that could bring Sharon out of retirement. Winston Taylor’s social status must be exceptionally high. On the other hand, I doubt Sharon would even consider making a dress, even if Mrs. Beckett begged her.” Jasper widened his eyes and turned around to stare at Alyssa in disbelief. She was smiling softly.

He belatedly realized that Alyssa was Sharon, another one of her many identities after Alexa!

His breathing quickened, and he felt a jolt of electricity. How could a woman perfect her talent across multiple industries? Alyssa seemed like a superhuman to him.

Alyssa sensed his intense gaze and turned to him. She was taken aback by his reddened eyes.

“What’s with that look? Are you sick?” she taunted him heartlessly.

“I never thought that you were … Sharon,” he croaked, still staring keenly at her.

“Why are you that surprised? This isn’t your first encounter with Sharon,” she said with a chuckle and looked away from his stiffened expression.

“Alexa designed a lapel pin for you, and Sharon tailored a suit for you as well.” He felt a gripping sensation around his heart as he looked downtrodden. Back in the old days, Alyssa would spend her time at the tailor shop daily just to prepare a birthday gift for him.

Now, he wore the lapel pin almost every day. When night fell, he would sit alone on his bed, carefully cleaning it, treasuring it as much as she had when she had created it. Yet … “Nevertheless, you never cared about me as a person in the past. Naturally, you wouldn’t care about my talents either. Those gifts would just gather dust, much like how you ignored me,” she remarked, a touch of loneliness in her voice as she watched the festive scene on stage.

“Lyse, I was wrong. I missed out, but now I won’t let you down,” Jasper said sincerely.

“I understand it might be hard to give me a second chance, but I won’t give up, even if it takes a lifetime.” “Jasper, I can only describe our relationship as water under the bridge,” she finally said, her expression devoid of emotion.

“Lyse…” “I believe in miracles, but not in relationships. Even if we get back together, our relationship will never be the same again.” The atmosphere at the birthday party soared after Lyla’s dress reveal. Reporters swiftly seized the opportunity and spread the news online.

Within 15 minutes, the hashtag #Sharons DressonLyla Taylor topped the trending topics on Twitter.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 669-“Are you talking about Lyla Nelson, Winston Taylor’s third wife and a has-beenactress? Why would Sharon design a dress for her?” “Amazing! I am absolutely smitten with the black and red dress!” “Why can’t Lyla Nelson have Sharon design her dress? She was once an award-winning actress under TS Network. My parents are still her fans!” “I’m a huge fan of hers too. Oops, I just revealed my age.” “She was famous many years ago. She became Winston Taylor’s mistress and gave birth to his child.

before marrying him. A woman like her doesn’t deserve Sharon’s attention.” “This is a case of sour grapes. Any woman who bears a child for Winston Taylor gets millions in return. I would have gladly become his fifth wife and given birth to an entire football team.” This particular comment received a thousand likes. It seemed like society’s morals were declining, with money taking precedence over love.

“Lyla might be a third wife, but she’s a winner! Just look at Sophia Beckett.

Nobody attended her birthday party, and she doesn’t have a dress designed by Sharon. That’s so humiliating.

Her life is worse than Lyla’s.

“I can understand Sharon designing a dress for Lyla. At least Lyla Nelson has some notable work under her belt, and she keeps a low profile while working hard for charity. Sharon would only taint her reputation by designing for that sly and evil Sophia Beckett.” The conversation around Lyla’s dress heated up. Thanks to Alyssa, Lyla experienced a resurgence in popularity that she hadn’t seen in years as a long-retired top actress.

Alyssa was physically at the dinner but always kept an eye on the online discussions. She turned away and sent Sean a voice message.

“Get the company’s PR department to keep an eye on the online comments.

Any negative remarks about Lyla need to be addressed promptly. Check and clean up the comment section every five minutes.” “Sure, Ms. Alyssa.” “And, regardless of the circumstances, keep the discussion alive.” Sean pondered for a moment and responded, “Mr. Taylor and Madam Lyla want to keep a low profile tonight. They would like to celebrate with the guests without drawing public attention.” 4/2 Sharon designed a dress for a client or her designs were featured in a fashion show, the internet buzzed with discussions.

Her peers in the jewelry industry regarded her as an icon, and the same went for the fashion industry.

Now that the news of her designing for Lyla had broken, people would definitely talk about it. Alysen believed they should leverage it to give Lyla an unforgettable birthday that would make other women envious.

Lyla deserved the spotlight. Moreover, Alyssa took satisfaction at the thought that Sophia, who had attempted to undermine Lyla, had ended up becoming a laughingstock instead.

She could imagine Sophia fuming, a mental image that made her chuckle.

“Fuck! That stupid bitch, Lyla Nelson!” Sophia growled, smashing the decor in her presidential suite, but it wasn’t enough to vent her anger.

Finally, she flung a crystal ashtray at the TV screen and shattered it.

Betty cowered from afar, her face drained of color. “M-Mom, please calm down!” “How can I stay calm when that woman is flaunting Sharon’s design? Who does she think she is? She’s not worthy of it!” Sophia hissed, her fury pushing her to the brink of madness.

For a fleeting moment, an unsettling idea crossed her mind. She wanted Lyla dead. (1

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 670-“Mom, calm down.” Betty approached Sophia shakily, She took a seat beside Sophia and continued, “I hate seeing you so upset. How can I help?” “If you want to help, how about getting rid of Lyla Nelson for me? Can you do that?” Sophia gritted her teeth.

“-” Betty was at a loss for words.

“I thought Lyla married Winston because she had no other choice and that she would be a worthless mistress forever. She’s a loser who bore a useless daughter for him,” Sophia remarked bitterly, Betty thought that Sophia’s remark backfired on herself, for Sophia had given birth to two daughters.

“I never thought that Winston loved her so much as to throw her a huge birthday party and even hire Sharon to design a dress! How could Lyla enjoy a more glamorous life than me?” Sophia’s face reddened, and she fought back tears. The more glamorous Lyla’s life became despite starting off as a mistress, the more Sophia felt like a joke as Javier’s only wife.

“Mom, anger won’t solve anything. We should figure out how to silence Lyla and spoil her birthday celebration,” Betty suggested as she tugged at Sophia’s arm worriedly.

Sophia bit the bullet. She dialed a number and paced toward the window.

A man answered on the other end, “Ms. Kirkman, it’s been a while. How have you been?” He sounded like a middle-aged man with a hoarse voice.

Sophia struggled to hold back her tears. “Not well at all. I’m facing a dire situation.” “Is this about Lyla Nelson?” the man inquired.

“Yes, it’s none other than her,” Sophia confirmed.

“Ms. Kirkman, I owe you a great deal for your past help. Please tell me how I can assist you now,” the man offered.

Sophia sniffled, a wicked gleam appearing in her eyes.

The evening dress that Sharon had designed for Lyla was the talk of the party.

However, that wasn’t the climax yet, for the gift presentation was coming up soon.

Everyone was curious about Winston’s birthday gift for Lyla, thinking it might be a property or some jewelry.

To everyone’s astonishment, he presented Lyla with a charity foundation dedicated to disabled and seriously ill children. Not only was the foundation named after her, but she had also been appointed as its chairwoman.

Alyssa smiled in satisfaction at the gift, knowing that the Taylor wives were of a different breed. Except for Winston and herself, none of the women were remotely interested in material wealth or jewelry.

Winston’s gift was much better than any diamonds and resonated with Lyla. She had been volunteering at an orphanage during her free time for years, funding the needs of underprivileged children with her private savings.

She had kept her charity work a secret from the family, thinking that Winston had no clue about it, but Winston had known and orchestrated this grand surprise.

“Lyla, I know you’re into charity work, and you’ve been secretly helping a lot of kids at the orphanage. After much consideration, I thought this would be the most fitting gift,” Winston explained, holding her hand with an affectionate gaze.

Lyla sighed, her eyes brimming with tears. “Oh, Winston, you knew after all.” “You shouldn’t cry on your big day.” Winston chuckled with a frown and gently wiped her tears away. He looked at her with such tenderness that it would make any woman envious.

“Since I’ve established a charity foundation for Lyla, I’ll invest five million dollars in its operations. I hope to see everyone’s future support for the Lyla Taylor Care Foundation. On behalf of KS Group, I express my gratitude in advance,” Winston declared, exuding an air of authority.

With his straight posture and captivating voice, he looked not a day older than 40 years of age. One couldn’t believe his age based on his looks.

“Wow