Ch. 71..80
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 71-Alyssa felt her breathing stopped.
The bracelet was a gift from Newton, and Liana destroyed it. In an instant, fury surged throughout her veins. She had the urge to break every bone in Liana’s body.
“Liana Gardner!” Alyssa shrieked, her eyes red with anger.
Liana was frightened but regained her composure. “So what if I broke your bracelet? Only the two of us are here. I can say you hurt me. Who do you think Jasper will believe?” Liana smiled wickedly. She picked up a piece of the broken bracelet. Then, she extended her delicate wrist.
Alyssa realized what was happening. She wanted to stop her. But it was too late.
Liana yelped, and Alyssa watched as she slit her wrist with the broken bracelet.
Perhaps it was her first time inflicting a wound, so she was able to avoid any major arteries. But the cut was deep. Blood gushed out of her wound in an instant.
Even Liana was scared by her actions. But she knew if she were to play the victim, she had to commit to her role fully. Otherwise, her injuries would be in vain. So, she cried and screamed while running out of the restroom.
Alyssa was shocked. Tears welled in her eyes as she picked up the broken bracelet pieces and held them dearly.
As she left the restroom, someone quietly pushed open the cubicle door in the corner, leaving a narrow gap.
Liana clutched her bloodied wrist and ran down the corridor while crying hysterically.
The auction had ended, and the guests were leaving the venue. Many people avoided her when they saw her approach. They thought she was ment*lly unstable.
“Jasper! Mom! Aunt Sophie! Save me!” Liana shouted while trembling.
She had become the center of attention, just as she had hoped. She wanted Alice to pay for coming between her and Jasper. She would ruin her reputation and make her into a jealous and malicious woman in Jasper’s eyes.
The Kirkman sisters and Betty heard the commotion and rushed over. They screamed in panic when they saw the mess.
Liai My daughter, what happened to your hand? Who hurt you?” Rosaline was filled with distress and fear Her performance was worthy of an Oscar.
She w Liana following Alice into the restroom. So she knew her daughter was going after the wicked woman. Thus, she could respond promptly and assist in Liana’s act.
However, she remembered Liana was afraid of pain. Even a simple needle prick would send her into a crying frenzy. She didn’t expect her to hurt herself this time.
Liana was becoming more and more like Sophia when she was young.
Sophia captured Javier’s heart by acting weak and innocent. She framed others by hurting herself. She had stolen the position of Mrs. Beckett, which belonged to Jasper’s mother. It made him completely despise her.
Liana was currently following in Sophia’s footsteps, and she almost succeeded. Time was of the essences. They must tread carefully to avoid unforeseen circumstances.
Alice White was a troublemaker. And they had to get rid of her at all costs.
Liana noticed people in the crowd were starting to take out their phones and record. She instantly became even more hysterical, putting on the full act of a vulnerable victim.
At this moment, Alyssa walked toward them with a blank face, and everyone around moved aside. It was as if a beam of sunlight had pierced the stormy clouds, radiant and unrivaled.
Her striking appearance carried a cold atmosphere that left everyone in awe. She seemed to radiate righteousness as if she were here to vanquish all evil.
Coincidentally, Jasper and Landon both headed toward them as well.
“Jasper…” Liana cast him a pitiful glance.
He furrowed his brow and strode over when he saw the deep, frightening wound Rosaline smirked and shoved Liana into Jasper’s embrace.
“What happened?” Jasper asked urgently.
“Jasper. It hurts. Am I going to die?” Liana sobbed like a baby in his arms.
“You won’t. Don’t scare yourself.” Jasper’s eyes filled with concern as he looked at the vicious wound on her wrist. He knitted his eyebrows tightly.
Alyssa watched the, with a cold sneer. She was unable to hold back a scornful chuckle.
The prelude was over, and the main act of the show “Alyssa Tears Apart The Wicked Family” was By now, some people have taken out their phones to record the scene. Landon responded swiftly and sent a group of bodyguards to clear the onlookers.
“Liana, Jasper is here. No one could hurt you anymore.”
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 72-“Wait! No!” Seeing that Alyssa didn’t counter the attacks, Landon became anxious. He hurriedly stepped forward to help her out.
“No matter how wronged Ms. Gardner feels, no matter how pitiful it sounds, it is a one–sided statement. We should listen to what Ms. White has to say. There are no surveillance cameras in the bathroom, but someone else was probably present. So we might as well ask them to figure out what happened.
When Betty saw Landon, she fell into a trance. Her mouth was slightly open as if her soul had left her body. Her intelligence and rationale decreased instantly.
Startled, Alyssa glanced at Landon. Her quick glance brought springs of joy to him. 1 Their secret eye contact didn’t go unnoticed by Jaspe. He took it as proof of their flirting. novelbin Nonetheless, he didn’t react. Instead, his hands balled into fists.
“There were no witnesses. We were the only ones in the bathroom at the time,” Alyssa said casually. 1 Ah, well.” Landon frowned, finding it tough to deal with the mess in a fair, upright manner.
“Who else could it be? My daughter can’t cut herself, can she? Liana has always been afraid of pain!
“Rosaline yelled.
Although Liana was sobbing in Jasper’s arms, she was secretly rejoicing.
“So, Alice, did you do it?” Jasper asked coldly.
Alyssa’s heart fell. Her eyes began to water, and her nose began to run, but she balled her hands into fists. She did her best to suppress the injustice she felt.
Landon slapped his forehead. He was exasperated that Jasper had such a poor choice of words despite being the president of a company.
At the sight of Alyssa’s bloodshot eyes, Jasper felt a sharp pain in his heart. He had been too harsh with his words.
He was an unfair person. However, the auction of the necklace humiliated him. Hence, he harbored ill feelings toward her, which caused him to put on a cold, mean demeanor.
Taking a deep breath, Alyssa grinned and answered, “I did it. So what? Do you want revenge?” did everything for his family. However, all I need to do is lift a finger, and Jasper will become your enemy, My crocodile tears are worth more than your heart and soul!” Alyssa raised her head high and walked up to Liana. Without a word, she slapped Liana. Her blow was full of resentment.
It stunned everyone. They paled at the sight.
She had moved so fast that Jasper didn’t have time to react. All he registered was the wind from the impact of her slap.
“Ah! How dare you hit me!” It hurt so much that Liana was seeing stars. Her ears were ringing.
“I hit you because you deserve it!” Alyssa’s smile disappeared, and she began to tremble in fury. This slap is for the bracelet Grandpa gave me. What makes you think you can throw a tantrum and break my things?” “Alice! You’ve crossed the line!” Jasper growled.
He had noticed her red, swollen wrist when she raised her hand. As her skin was delicate, any minor injury was obvious.
However, he was so angry that he didn’t consider any of that. He only glared at her.
Meanwhile, Betty and the Kirkman sisters never expected Alyssa would behave so arrogantly in front of Jasper.
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 73-The next morning, they met at Java Joys.
When Dustin entered the cafe, he noticed a burly man standing beside Natasha. His bulky muscles rippled under his clothes, and his knuckles were covered with calluses. This man was obviously an experienced fighter.
“Mr. Rhys, sorry to bother you. I owe you one.” Natasha walked up to Dustin.
“It’s all right, I don’t mind helping out a friend in need. Besides, they had even specified my name in the note. I have no other choice.” Dustin smiled wryly.
Edwin’s men had left a ransom note which had his name on it. He was to go with Natasha to save Ruth.
“Mr. Rhys, let me introduce you to Stephan Chapman, one of the best fighters from the Harmon family.” Natasha pointed toward the man standing in silence.
“Mr. Chapman, a pleasure to meet you.” Dustin nodded in acknowledgement.
“You’re Dustin?” Stephan sized him up. “Was it you who took Liam and Noah Asher down?” “In a way, yes.” Dustin nodded again.
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 74-“Mr. Chapman, what are you doing? Why did you interrupt?” Natasha frowned in annoyance. She hadn’t even made her decision, but Stephan had accepted the challenge without consulting her. He was overstepping his boundaries!
“Ms. Harmon, there’s nothing to be afraid of! I’m sure I can handle anything they throw at me,” Stephan said confidently. He was utterly unaware of his mistake.
“What if we lost the death match? Have you thought about the consequences?” Natasha narrowed her eyes.
“You must be joking! It’s impossible that they will defeat me. Just watch, I’ll put on an amazing performance later!” Stephan patted his chest assuredly.
“Ms. Harmon, there are only two choices. You can either pay the ransom with half of your business, or you bet on the deathmatch with all your assets at stake,” Edwin repeated his conditions.
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 75-Alyssa remained unfazed by Sophia’s hypocritical behavior. She had divulged that information to tell Mandy that Alyssa was not only used but also a gold digger from a rural village.
Rosaline and Liana were secretly delighted.
The Taylors and the Becketts were at odds. Jonah was Winston’s eldest son and held a prestigious status. There was no woman out of his reach.
How could he possibly want a woman the Becketts had abandoned? It was funny to even think about it.
Jasper frowned in displeasure. “That’s personal. You have no right to discuss it.” “Jasper, it may be personal, but it concerns the Becketts and the Taylors. I’m just trying to prevent any potential shock when people find out that your ex–wife is here. I’m doing this for everyone’s saké!” Sophia continued to fuss.
“Does it concern both families? Didn’t Ms. White divorce Mr. Beckett? Divorce means no ties anymore. So why do you think that Ms. White is affecting your family?” Mandy asked with a sneer. “Did she sign a contract when she became a part of your family? Will she still be a part of your family even after death?
“Ms. White found happiness with Jonah. There’s nothing shameful about it. Just because she divorced doesn’t mean my family won’t accept her. Come on, it’s the 21st century. Mrs. Beckett, you should be more open–minded. Don’t get all riled up for nothing.” Landon almost cheered as he found Mandy’s words so satisfying to hear. Betty and the Gardners were shocked and speechless. They stood there in embarrassment.
Why did Mandy seem like a lioness protecting her cub?
“Mrs. Taylor, you also hail from a noble family, so you must understand what I mean!” Sophia pleaded, but she received no response.
Flushing red in embarrassment and anxiety, she continued, “Right after Ms. White left Jasper, she immediately got together with Mr. Taylor. If words of it get out, people might think they had an improper relationship while she was still married. It’s so embarrassing! Shouldn’t you think on behalf of your son? After all, you’re the lady of the Taylor family.” “Enough!” Mandy lifted a hand. It was all it took to make Sophia stop.
“This is the private matter of our children. While I may be older than them, I’m not Jonah’s mother. So I have no right to intervene. Mrs. Beckett, you are not Mr. Beckett’s biological mother, either Don’t you think it’s unbecoming of an older family member to speak of these things in Sophia was rendered speechless.
“Yes, Winston is indeed my man,” Mandy said firmly. “But I don’t want to hear you say that I am the lady of the Taylor family again.
Mandy’s stern warning frightened Sophia. And her face turned pale as a ghost. She stood there as stiff as an ice sculpture.
Alyssa chewed on her lips. She tried to swallow the lump in her throat.
There was only one lady of the Taylor family–her mother.
Jasper pursed his lips, and her stare wavered. He didn’t like Alice. Their relationship was nothing but a paper record. Besides, she had brought him many unhappy moments by provoking him on things he was sensitive about.
Strangely, when Sophia taunted Alice, he felt like his dignity was being rubbed on the ground. He was experiencing empathy for her that he couldn’t begin to comprehend.
“Ms. White, are you looking for Jonah? Shall I accompany you?” Mandy asked gently as her gaze returned to Alyssa.
“Thank you, Mrs. Taylor. I appreciate it,” Alyssa replied with a gentle and obedient smile of a well- behaved young lady.
“Such a polite and beautiful child,” Mandy said loud and clear. She held Alyssa’s hand. “Jonah’s made a wise choice in choosing you as his girlfriend.”
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 76-“Wait.” For some reason, the conversation irritated Jasper. Sternly, he asked, “Ms. White, don’t you owe Liana an apology?” Landon sighed helplessly, resisting the urge to stuff his socks into Jasper’s mouth.
A dull pain throbbed in Alyssa’s heart. She turned around to cast him a blank stare.
Her disappointed gaze pierced Jasper’s soul.
“She didn’t do it! Alice didn’t do it!” Just at that moment, a sweet, gentle voice cut through the air. It arrived unannounced, like lightning on a clear day, foiling the plot that had been carefully planted.
When Alyssa turned her gaze toward the source of the voice, there was a glimmer in her eyes.
“Lauren!” A girl clad in a simple white dress was hurrying toward them. She was sporting a ridiculous crown of dense curls, which was Betty’s doing.
Lauren had always been Betty’s imaginary enemy in their family. Betty envied her little sister’s beauty. She always looked for new ways to bully her.
Whenever they appeared in public, she would try to make her sister look bad. She was afraid that her sister would steal her limelight.
Lauren, on the other hand, was autistic. As a result, she was relatively introverted and timid. In the presence of strangers, her shoulders were always hunched, and she was always silent.
Little did anyone know, for the three years that Alyssa was part of the Becketts, Lauren was the only one, aside from Mrs. Rosie, who treated Alyssa kindly. The only one who cared for Alyssa was Lauren, whom the rest of the family generally ignored.
After Alyssa left the Becketts, she always worried about Lauren. To her surprise, they met that day, and it delighted her.
“Silly girl, why are you talking nonsense?” Betty glared fiercely at her sister. “No one was in the bathroom except Liana and her. If it wasn’t her, then who else could it be?” “N–No, it wasn’t Alice! It wasn’t her!” Lauren pleaded desperately. Her words were an incoherent. novelbin jumble.
“Lauren, this is none of your business. Go play somewhere else!” Sophia was wearing an ugly Lauren clenched her tiny fists and walked up to Jasper. She looked up at his tall, looming figure nervously.
“Jasper! It wasn’t Alice who did it!“.
“Lauren, why do you say so?” Jasper’s tone was unusually gentle.
“I saw it! 1–I was in the bathroom too! I saw it!” Everyone was shocked by the revelation.
Liana’s face paled.
Even Alyssa was stunned. She never expected that Lauren was also present when Liana confronted her.
“I saw Ms. Gardner coming into the toilet to argue with Alice. Alice wanted to leave. But Ms. Gardner stopped her. She pulled Alice and snatched her bracelet away. Then… then the bracelet broke, and then… then Ms. Gardner started yelling and ran out. Alice didn’t touch Ms. Gardner! I saw it!” While explaining, Lauren gestured with her hands, tears of anxiety swimming in her eyes.
“Lauren…” Alyssa’s heart ached as her eyes watered.
Given Lauren’s timid nature, Alyssa knew Lauren was forcing herself to speak the truth to clear her name.
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 77-Jasper narrowed his eyes. And he turned his piercing gaze to Líana’s pale face.
When he let go of her waist, Liana clung to him desperately. She ignored the pain in her hand.
“No, Jasper, it’s not true! Alice provoked me first! I didn’t provoke her! Lauren’s mind isn’t good, don’t believe her!” “Her mind isn’t good? Well, I think the only thing not good about her is her hairstyle. She explained everything clearly,” Landon sneered.
For Jasper’s sake, he didn’t say anything too harsh. He couldn’t believe that Jasper, the playboy, would treat Liana like his true love. He wasn’t easy to please, yet he was sticking to her like he was under a spell.
“Ms. White didn’t hurt you, right?” Jasper took a deep breath, his voice tense.
With the witness present, Liana broke into a cold sweat. She dared not lie again.
“So, you slandered her?” Jasper’s words cut through Liana like a knife.
“N–No, I-” Liana began to shiver in fear, her body trembling like a leaf. Suddenly, she fainted from excessive nervousness and blood loss.
The ridiculous farce ended abruptly, with Liana being frantically shoved into an ambulance.
When Sean hurriedly arrived, Alyssa was with Mandy in the underground parking lot.
“I’m sorry! It’s all my fault! Something so big happened, yet I wasn’t by your side!” When he saw the blood–stained white handkerchief in Alyssa’s left hand, his heart sank. “How did you get hurt? Who did this to you? I’ll take care of them!” “It’s okay, Sean. I know you had business to attend to at the company. It’s just a minor issue here,” Alyssa said. She gazed deeply at Mandy. “She took care of it for me.” “What did I even take care of? I couldn’t even do anything for you despite my status.” The thought of how Alyssa had been attacked by the Becketts tugged at her heartstrings.
“Lyse, why don’t you reveal your identity? Why do you have to endure this humiliation? You should have told them you’re the young daughter of the Taylor family. Then, they would know what they would have to pay for offending you!” Alyssa smiled faintly and shook her head lightly. She said, “Well, I have already left the Becketts. I don’t want them to know anything about me. No matter how dirty, bad, or hateful they are, they including Jasper.
Sean was stunned He finally realized that Mandy also knew about Alyssa’s marriage.
“Yes, life is filled with suffering. The start of a relationship may be lovely and sweet. But it could also suffer a horrible ending. Let the past stay in the past,” Mandy said.
She pursed her lips and couldn’t help but smile. “Fortunately, Sue didn’t come today. Or else there might have been bloodshed.novelbin “She has a strong personality. It’s probably because of her martial art background. She’s quick to seek revenge and swift in repaying kindness.” They chatted for a while, laughing together along the way. Suddenly, Mandy hugged Alyssa.
“Lyse, I still feel sorry for you,” she said, choking on her words.
“There’s no need to feel sorry,” Alyssa said, her eyes red with tears.
With a gentle smile, she comforted Mandy, “With all of you by my side, I’m not upset at all.”
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 78-After receiving treatment, Liana was transferred to a normal ward. The doctor said she wasn’t seriously injured.
Although the wound was a little deep, it didn’t require stitches. She had fainted because of her excessive panic and ment*l tension.
“You finally woke up, Liana!” Rosaline cried by her bed. She sobbed as if she was in Liana’s wake.” I thought I would never see you again!” “Alright, alright, stop mourning. Jasper isn’t here. There’s no point in crying so loudly. You’re bothering me,” Sophia said.
She crossed her arms and asked, “Have you figured out how to handle this situation?” “Which situation?” Rosaline wiped away her tears, a little confused.
“Which situation? Don’t tell me you’ve messed up more than once?” Sophia sneered as she glared at her useless younger sister. 1 “Your failures are more than your successes. Do I look like a magical genie? I’ve been supporting you so that your daughter ends up with Jasper. With that bird brain of yours, do you think your daughter could enter such a noble family? No way!” Liana also held a grudge against her mother for being shortsighted and only caring about immediate benefits.
To make ends meet, she sold the necklace that Jasper gave her. If it hadn’t ended up in the hands of the Taylor family, nothing would have happened today. Her relationship with Jasper wouldn’t have been at risk.
“Sophia, I must talk to you about this!” Rosaline had been scolded by Sophia since she was young. And now she felt embarrassed to be scolded in front of her daughter.
Annoyed and embarrassed, she said, “Today, Liana and I were almost successful. So why did your daughter intervene? If it weren’t for her, things wouldn’t have ended up like this!” “How would I know that Lauren was in the bathroom? Liana, you too. How many times have I told you? Why are you so careless in handling things, leaving others with evidence you don’t even know about?!” Sophia was also angry, but it was her fault. Hence, she shifted the blame to Liana.
Liana felt wronged but could only pout in silence.
“Anyway, right now, words alone aren’t enough,” Sophia said. “There is no evidence proving that Liana caused her injury. Liana, if Jasper asks, you just act crazy and clueless.” She added, “Jasper has feelings for you, so we’ll get past this ” Feeling an incoming headache, Sophia massaged her temples. “If that doesn’t work, I have another way to make Jasper forgive you.” “Alright, Aunt Sophia.” Thinking of how many people protected Alice, her face contorted in jealousy. “What did Alice do to make everyone from the Taylor family treat her so well? Mrs Taylor is protecting her as if she were her daughter. If this continues, Alice will step on our heads!
As soon as Mandy was mentioned, Sophia’s expression soured. “Mrs. Taylor? She’s nothing but a mistress! I showed her some respect because of Mr. Taylor. Yet she dared to confront me!” “That’s right! Aunt Sophia, you are the legitimate wife of Javier Beckett and a proper lady. How can Mandy compare to you?” Liana flattered her aunt as she still needed her help.
Rosaline sneered secretly. How could Sophia criticize Mandy when she used to be a mistress? If she hadn’t deceived Jasper’s foolish birth mother, she would never have entered the Beckett. family given her barren womb.
“I won’t let Alice become part of the Taylors by marriage. Why bother pleasing Mandy?” Sophia narrowed her eyes, a cold light flashing. “Winston is the real deal. I heard from Javier that he is at hard person to deal with, and he values the family’s reputation.” She added, “Jonah is the eldest son he has trained to be his heir. The eldest son is definitely going to marry a daughter from a wealthy, influential family. He wouldn’t stand still if his son married a country bumpkin! There’s still a long time ahead of us. Let that fox be happy for a few days. I’ll make her cry sooner or later!” Sophia had barely finished her sentence when the door to the ward suddenly opened. A chill swept in, and Jasper’s tall and handsome figure filled the door frame.
“Jasper.” Liana felt a chill in her heart. She began to act pitifully.
“I must ask you something.” Hearing that, Liana clutched the blanket. She trembled and hurriedly sought help from Sophia “Jasper, Liana has been through a great shock. She just woke up. Let’s wait until she recovers before asking her anything.” Sophia tried to persuade him gently.
“I must ask her now “Jasper refused to compromise.
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 79-“Mr. Beckett! It’s all my fault! It’s all my mistake!” Roanline thought it would be better to admit her wrongdoing instead of waiting to be questioned. She couldn’t let this matter affect her daughter and ruin her chances of marrying into a noble family.
So she rushed over with a sorrowful expression. And she knelt in front of Jasper.
“The Kirkmans are in trouble. Our cash flow is broken, and our factories are closing down one after another. When the Becketts refused to help, we were forced into a corner by the Taylors. We were left with no choice… “So I discussed it with Liana’s father, and we decided to sell some family assets for the sake of our company’s finances. I secretly sold Liana’s jewelry. Liana didn’t even know of it!
“If I had known that the necklace was the token of your love to Liana… Even if I starved or died of poverty, I would never have sold it!” Liana secretly heaved a sigh of relief before pretending to be shocked Tears welled in her eyes, and she cried, “Mom… How could you do this? That was my most beloved necklace. How could you!” Jasper didn’t even blink as he calmly said, “That’s not what I wanted to ask.” The necklace was no longer of much importance to him compared to the false accusations against Alice. Although he was still upset to see his heartfelt gift being mistreated, he could understand and forgive it if Liana had sold it to save her family.
But twisting the truth, lying, and framing an innocent person was something he couldn’t forgive.
“Did you hurt yourself? Or did Alice do it? Did she accidentally break her bracelet? Or did you snatch it from her and deliberately break it?” Jasper asked calmly. His gaze was still as water.
“Jasper, are you saying I’m an evil woman who framed Alice?” Liana cried, acting innocent. “You think I can’t even match up to your ex–wife, who cheated on you emotionally?” Jasper’s brow furrowed. “Lauren never lies. She said she didn’t see Alice touch you” “Lauren isn’t in her right mind. And her language skills are lacking. You know that, Jasper. Besides, she was hiding at the time. It’s hard to say if she saw anything,” Sophia quickly stepped in to smooth things over, Jasper’s lips curled faintly. “Is it common for mothers to criticize their daughters like this in front of others? I wouldn’t know, as I don’t have a mother.
Sophia’s face paled in an instant. He usually had the vigor of a zombie at home. But now, when he retorted, he was full of spirit!
“So, Lia, why did you do this? Since I chose you, I would never get back together with Alice. So why did you go looking for trouble with her?” Jasper suppressed the frustration within him, which felt like heavy chains binding his heart. The chains were so restrictive that his heart could hardly beat.
He still called her “Lia” because of their twenty years of friendship, the feelings they shared, and the redemption she brought during his dark childhood. He feared that this light in his life would extinguish and that he had made the wrong choice by staking everything on her.
“I didn’t! It wasn’t me!” Liana yelled, pounding on the bed. A bloodshot glare now replaced her usually gentle gaze.
“She stole my man! And now she wants to turn me into a scapegoat! Betty said Alice and Lauren were close when she was still part of the Becketts. They must be conspiring against me! Jasper, do you believe them over me? Have you fallen for Alice? Do you not want me anymore?!” “I have always been yours. Even during the three years I was married to Alice. My feelings for you.
never changed, and I never even touched her,” Jasper clenched his trembling fingers tightly. His starry eyes lost their luster.
He recalled how Alice took the blame for the suspicion, how her wrists were swollen. And how she looked back at him with tears and hatred, full of heartbreak and disappointment.
Jasper took a deep breath, but the intense headache caused his vision to blur. “But Liana, I’m having a hard time understanding everything you’ve been doing lately. Are you trying to push me toward her?” “No, no! Jasper! Jasper!” Jasper left without a second glance at her, and it scared her. She staggered out of bed and rushed to the door. Only to be met with a heavy thud as the door closed in front of her face.
Liana kicked the door of the ward angrily. However, she screamed in pain and hopped around in place because she exerted too much strength.
“Alice! I won’t let you get away with this! You swore to be my enemy? Bring it on!” she thought.
Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 80-As the night fell, they arrived at the ACE. It was one of Landon’s properties.
Jasper was feeling extremely depressed. So, he did something he had never done before–he went out to drink with his friends.
Landon picked him up personally Jasper rarely took the initiative to contact him.
“Sometimes, I feel like I’m your mistress,” Landon murmured into Jasper’s ear. In front of others, he was bold and fearless. But he turned chatty and gossipy whenever he was around Jasper.
“I’ve never stooped so low for any woman. But I’m like a mistress waiting for her man when it comes to you. You just have to give me a booty call, and I’ll doll up and come running to you. Aren’t I the best? C’mon, admit it! Even I feel touched by my actions!” “You’ve never stooped low for any woman?” Jasper glanced at him. “Well, you were stooping pretty low for Alice.” “That was a one–time thing! It’s mainly because your ex–wife is too outstanding, and I … I can’t help myself,” Landon said.
Jasper resisted the urge to scream at him.
Just then, two blonde chicks clad in skimpy clothes passed them by. One of them even winked at Landon.
When Landon grinned from ear to ear, Jasper asked, “Is she that hot? She’s nothing compared to her.” “Who? As hot as Alice?” As if he had discovered something new, Landon’s eyes widened.
“Damn! Jasper, you’re cheating on me with Alice. And you claimed that your marriage was just a contract. It’s true! All men do is lie! Okay, to be fair, with a stunning beauty like Alice around you, it’s no wonder you’ll cave.” Jasper was taken aback by his words and clenched his glass of whiskey. He had spoken as though he had seen Alice’s body, as if they had been intimate.
“I haven’t touched her. You think too much,” Jasper said, his cheeks slightly flushed. He quickly downed the drink in his glass.
How could he have such inappropriate thoughts about that woman?
As they continued drinking, Landon couldn’t help but ask, “Jasper, can I ask you a question? I’ve always been curious about it.” novelbin “Yeah,” Jasper replied.
“Why must it be Liana? Why?” Landon asked, hugging Jasper’s neck. He pitied Alice. “You saw it today. Those women wanted to tear Alice apart. If it wasn’t for Lauren stepping in to defend her, she would have been torn into pieces. It’s so unfair!” Jasper’s gaze wavered, and he seemed lost in memories. “My mother suffered from depression and couldn’t bear the rumors and Javier’s cold treatment. She ended up jumping off a building.
She committed suicide.” He continued, “I was overwhelmed by grief and couldn’t escape my despair. I even thought about following my mother and leaving this world. I attempted suicide.” Jasper removed his steel watch as he spoke, revealing a long, deep scar. For twenty years, he had kept it a secret. Landon was the first person he had confided in Landon’s heart ached, and he let out a sigh.
“It was Liana who saved me in time. Since then, she has become my only friend. She would make desserts for me, invite me to her home, and give me her collection of toys. Back then, she was like my guardian, the hope that kept me alive. I promised to marry her. So, no matter what, I have to fulfill that promise.” Landon sighed.
“But Jasper, people change. You two haven’t been together for so long. Do you think you still know her? What if you find out that she’s drifting further and further away from the person you remember? What will you do then? Will you stubbornly hold on?
“Yes, you’re grateful to him, and yes, you can repay her kindness. But Jasper, we can’t lose sight of right and wrong and blindly support a person. Things like that aren’t set in stone, right?” Jasper put his watch back on. He was deep in thought. His mind was filled with Alice’s eyes, clear and pure, untainted by the world’s corruption.
His heart trembled, and he took another gulp of alcohol.
“Ah, you’re an obsessive psycho. Once you’ve made up your mind, nothing can pull you away,” Landon teased, clinking his glass with Jasper’s.
When they left the club, their luxury cars were already waiting at the entrance. The drivers. respectfully opened the doors for them.
“Landon, I have a question.” After holding it in all night, Jasper finally stopped Landon to ask.
“Hmm?” Landon yawned.
Jasper hesitated for a moment. Then, he asked in a low voice, “Why did Alice admit it? Why didn’t +15 BONUS “Maybe she just doesn’t care anymore!” Landon replied, yawning again.
“Doesn’t care about what?” Jasper asked further.
“She’s already divorced you. So, why would she care about what you think? If she doesn’t care about you, why would she bother about what the Becketts think of her? She’s probably lost all hope now. Given your vicious, cruel words, if I were Alice, I’d probably find someone to beat you up!
With that, Landon got into his luxury car and said goodbye.
Jasper’s hands clenched into fists, his knuckles turning white. He imagined strangling himself, choking himself breathless.