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Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 751-“Jameson Schmidt!” “Mr. Beckett, instead of accusing me without evidence, why don’t you consider how you’ll explain yourself to the Harpers? How do you plan to clarify this with your friend, Landon Harper?

“Ms. Harper is unmarried. Given recent events, I believe marriage might be on the horizon for you.” Jameson smiled.

“Jimmy, quit it. Let’s go,” Alyssa suggested. She felt a stabbing pain in her heart and had the urge to flee the scene. She needed to get away from Jasper-as far as possible.

As they turned to leave, Jasper persisted, “Were you with Jameson the entire night?” “Yes,” she said coldly, her back turned toward him.

“Alyssa, is he more important to you than me?” Jasper trembled despite trying to control his emotions.

“Jasper, what’s the point of asking that now?” She chuckled, her eyes dimmed.

“To be blunt, you’ve dug your own grave. I was lying to myself. Let’s call it quits now-I beg you.” With that, they vanished from his teary vision. Alyssa did not turn back at all.

Jasper stood in the snow for a long time until his knees went limp. He fell onto his knees. It was then Xavier ran to him, panting.

Xavier gasped, “Mr. Beckett! Where’s Madam? Has she left?” Jasper hung his head like a defeated soldier. He grabbed the ice cream she had discarded on the floor until it melted in his hands. Tears rolled down his cheeks.

He mumbled, “She’s never trusted me. I don’t mind if she doesn’t have feelings for me, but how could she distrust me?

“Should I keep going? Is there even hope?” Alyssa and Jameson sat in the back of a luxury car as it sped to the hospital.

The air was heavy in the car.

Jameson turned to her with a worried look. “Lyse, are you angry at me? Sorry, I did it because I was worried about you.” “You’re not to be blamed for my meeting with Jasper. You don’t have to feel bad about it.” we are cada mes tight but you did aught mengadappened and ied about you g gly didn’t have to lie alher with his offer under the Sudden death and on the lot of socked numbe Her eyes darkened when these that t

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 752-“Lyse, what’s wrong?” Jameson noted the change in Alyssa’s expression and asked with concern.

She stated, “I’ve never blocked Jasper on my phone. Why is his contact in my blocked list?” Her piercing gaze landed on Jameson’s innocent face.

“Lyse…” “Did you do that?” She cut to the chase. “I did not contact anyone except for you tonight. Jasper claimed that he called me throughout the night but couldn’t reach me because his number was blocked.” Jameson balled his fists on his knee. There was a glint in his eyes.

She squinted at him and recalled, “I remember that I left my phone when I used the restroom at the restaurant. Did you take the chance to block his number?” “Lyse, are you suspecting me now?” Jameson stared at her with innocentlooking bright eyes.

“I am not suspecting you. I am merely stating the truth,” Alyssa countered harshly.

Jameson felt a weight on his chest that nearly crushed him. He began, “Lyse, I shouldn’t have touched your phone, but I didn’t want him interrupting our date.

Do you know how much I’ve suffered for today?

“Yes, I am selfish and can never justify my actions. I’m sorry.” “This is your last chance,” she declared. After the chain of events that night, she didn’t have the mental capacity to fuss over Jameson’s action. She added, “What happens between me and Jasper is private. I do not want anyone poking their noses into our affairs.

“I did not block his contact when we divorced. Even now, I do not want to pull off such a vile and childish act to cut him off. After all, we might come across each other in business partnerships.

“There might be proof that I haven’t let go of him yet, but what matters is that he is dead to me.” Jameson, who was heartbroken, suddenly brightened upon hearing her remark.

He asked, “Lyse, have you really gotten over him?” Alyssa nodded slowly in tears.

“That’s great, Lyse.” Jameson was overcome with joy and struggled to place his hands. “Since you’ve gotten over him, could you give me a chance?

“I want to be your man. I want to protect you. I might not be a part of your past, but I want to be in your future.” Alyssa wheezed in exhaustion, “Jimmy, I told you before that I wasn’t ready for a relationship. I’m beyond tired. I do not want to love again. Sorry.” “You don’t have to do anything when you’re with me. Just enjoy being loved,” Jameson pleaded with his eyes gleaming with hope. He leaned toward her, his hot breaths tickling her.

He continued, “Lyse, let’s give it a go. Try dating me. Give me a chance to treat you right.” She pressed her lips speechlessly. “A relationship is not an online purchase.

There’s no free return policy within a week of purchase.” “You don’t have to do anything. I’ll love you and protect you,” Jameson said. He placed his non-injured hand on the car window above her head. His eyes were filled with tenderness that could drown her.

He professed, “I will always be there for you. If you think I’m worth dating, I’ll be there when you’re ready.” “Jimmy, thanks for saving me tonight, but please don’t ever put yourself in danger,” she replied.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 753-Alyssa knitted her brows as she grappled with the mixed emotions. She argued, “I’m not worth risking your life for. You should cut your losses now.” Cut his losses?

Rage filled Jameson’s eyes as he clenched his fists against the car window. Her words were more humiliating and hurtful than a simple “I do not love you.” She continued, “Everyone is deserving of love. I don’t want to see you end up like me.” Jasper returned to his car well past midnight. Xavier purchased a cup of hot coffee from the 24-hour mart across the park. When he handed the coffee to Jasper, he noticed that Jasper’s hands were too frozen to grip the cup properly.

Feeling sorry for Jasper, Xavier increased the heat in the car and draped Jasper in his jacket. Then, he placed the coffee in Jasper’s hands.

He suggested, “Mr. Beckett, there’s a hospital nearby. Let’s see a doctor. Your hands are cracking from the cold.” “How did he do it?” Jasper stared at his phone and pondered icily.

Xavier was surprised. “What do you mean?” “It was a photo on my phone. No one had touched my phone, including myself.

So, how did he delete my photo?” Jasper seethed.

“Could your phone have caught the Trojan virus?” Xavier wondered. His mind raced.

“When you sent me to an IT class, I learned about the virus but never used it. I remember that th hackers could hack into your phone with only your phone number and model. They could dele information that is not stored in passwordprotected folders.

“That’s why you delete any information after reading them or store them in secure folders-never on your phone. So, did someone hack into your phone?” Jasper huffed and puffed as he rubbed his sweaty forehead. How could he forget the hacker knowledge from military school? The hackers might not alter the information in a text message, but they could delete the text itself! 1 Jasper, looking pale, gritted his teeth and ordered, “Look into it. Examine the surveillance footage of the hotel where Zoe was tonight. Also, investigate the woman who looks like Alyssa.” “Does she look like Madam? How is that possible?” Xavier gasped, wondering if Jasper’s mind wasn’t working after the cold. “Madam is the top beauty in the city, and no one can rival her. A carbon copy?

That’s ridiculous.” “Just do what I ask of you. Quit blabbering,” Jasper said. The memory of that woman who bore an uncanny resemblance to Alyssa sent a shiver down his spine.

She certainly wasn’t Alyssa, but he worried that she might exploit her likeness to harm Alyssa.

Finding that woman was more for Alyssa’s safety rather than for exposing Jameson’s tricks. He added, ” I’ll investigate my deleted texts on my own.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 754-The online buzz surrounding Zoe and Jasper’s “rendezvous” continued to escalate. Both the Beckett Group and the Harper Group PR teams worked tirelessly to mitigate the controversy. Still, the widespread dissemination of videos and photos made it difficult to quell the public discussion.

Even if they managed to take relevant hashtags off the trending topics, they couldn’t stop people from discussing it.

Penelope dropped her phone in shock and slipped down the stairs when she saw the trending topics. Thankfully, she was near the landing and merely stumbled a few steps down. Still, she suffered from a sprained ankle and hurt her head.

Landon was badly shocked by his mom’s injuries and sent her to the hospital overnight.

Penelope, while on an IV drip, held Landon’s hands tightly and sobbed.

“Landon, what do we do? Zoe is only 22. How is she going to live her life with this stain? What can I say to your grandpa and your dad?” Then, she cried hysterically. Landon swallowed hard and sat by her side with a troubled look. He promised, “Mom, I will take care of this.” “And how will you do that? There are photos and videos on the internet! Zoe is still unmarried. Now that she’s involved in the scandal, no self-respecting family would want her as a daughter-in-law!” “Zoe is my sister, and I won’t tolerate anyone gossiping about her,” Landon declared, his eyes burning with anger.

“The weight of gossip will crush her! Do you think it was 20 years ago when our family was above the law? We are under the rule of law. You can’t do anything about it!” Penelope wailed and punched her bed.

Landon furrowed his brows as he recalled his family’s origins. The Harpers started off as gangsters. Landon’s grandpa, Cornelius Harper, had been involved in fights and killings to build his family’s fortune.

When the times changed, Cornelius retired from the scene and slowly legalized Harper Group’s operations to prevent his offspring from going down the same path.

When Landon’s dad was appointed the president, the group’s operations had been legalized. Still, the family couldn’t shake off the influence of the group’s origin and worked with both the authorities and the criminals. Landon’s dad got into many arguments with Cornelius and Preston Harper over the issue.

Landon always perceived his dad as soft and egotistical. If he were the one running Harper Group, he would have been the patriarch by now, and Preston would have been reined in.

“This happened because of your friend, and he has not made a statement until now! Is he going to ignore “Stop speaking ill of Jasper, Mom! He’s not what you think!” Landon defended his friend.

“But the reporters have photos of them together! He can’t deny that!” Penelope retorted.

“There must be a reason for those photos. Jasper isn’t interested in Zoe. He has feelings for someone élse. He would never sleep with Zoe,” Landon argued anxiously.

“Zoe is your sister! How can you defend an outsider when she’s the victim?” Penelope snapped.

“Mom, I-” “There’s only one solution now. Jasper must take responsibility for Zoe!” Landon looked alarmed. “What does that mean?” “I’ll get discharged as soon as possible, and I’ll meet with the Becketts to discuss marriage,” Penelope declared determinedly.

“Cut the drama! Jasper will never marry Zoe, even if you point a gun at his head!” Landon bellowed and jumped in rage.

“He doesn’t have a say,” Penelope insisted fiercely, her usual vulnerability replaced by determination. “A man should take responsibility for his actions. If he refuses to marry Zoe, he’ll offend the Harper family.

“Even if I don’t intervene, your grandpa won’t stay silent. He won’t allow his granddaughter to be mistreated. Jasper is wrong to assume the Harpers won’t act just because he’s Javier Beckett’s son.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 755-Cornelius lived separately from his sons, just like Newton. He lived in a massive manor slightly smaller than the Seaview Manor, but it was still considered one of the top ten manors in the nation.

The scandal had spread across the family. Even the domestic staff would gossip about Zoe in their pastime.

Furthermore, the silence from Jasper and the Beckett Group created an impression that Zoe was nothing more than a discarded plaything after a night of fun and passion. Her reputation as a Harper lay in ruins.

“Hey, is Ms. Zoe around?” The maids huddled together to gossip.

“She’s in Mr. Cornelius’ study, crying as if someone died.” “What’s the point of crying? She should have behaved better as a Harperprotecting her reputation is a priority. She’s now involved with Mr. Beckett and wasn’t even fully dressed in the photos. Any distinguished family would care about their reputation. No one would want a woman like her.” “Perhaps Mr. Beckett would want to marry her. They must have had relations after sharing a room for the night. Now that the cat is out of the bag, he will have to take responsibility.” “But he doesn’t seem inclined to do so. He hasn’t made any statement. He’s obviously not eager to take responsibility.” “I think Mr. Landon is a close friend of Mr. Beckett. It’s going to be awkward between them now.” “Hush! Mr. Preston is here!” The maids hurriedly retreated to a corner and greeted Preston respectfully, “Hi, Mr. Preston!” Preston descended the stairs in a slick back haircut and a navy-tailored suit with a closure collar. He looked bright and shrewd.

Preston was Cornelius’ second son and Landon’s uncle. He smiled as he walked down the stairs and left a remark when he passed by the maids, “You big mouths. You’re still safe if I’m the one overhearing you, but if Landon hears that, he might penalize all of you.” The maids shivered as they held their tongues.

“Grandpa, you have to help me! How am I ever going to show up in public now?” Zoe cried as she flung herself into Cornelius’ arms. Her eyes were swollen from the crying.

“My dear granddaughter, don’t cry! You’re going to hurt your eyes,” Cornelius comforted Zoe and patted her on the back. He teared up because he felt sorry for her.

“Fear not, dear child. Even if your mom or Landon refuses to help you, I’ve got your back! My grandchildren are raised pampered. No one shall take advantage of you!” “Dad, you’re so right,” Preston chimed in solemnly. “Zoe was my brother’s darling daughter and your favorite grandchild. We cannot turn a blind eye after what that Beckett guy has done to her.” “Uncle Preston …” Zoe wailed even louder. In her eyes, Preston had always been nice and smiling to her.

When she was young, her dad refused to buy her luxury items and limited her pocket money, causing her to feel humiliated around her peers.

But Preston treated her differently. He’d always give her loads of pocket money and buy her expensive gifts when he visited. He satisfied her vanity, and therefore, she always regarded him fondly.

“Preston, have you heard about the scandal?” Cornelius looked grim.

“Goodness, you know how influential our family is in Solana City. Any scandal involving us will create a storm in the city.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 756-Preston lounged on the couch, lazily peeling a tangerine he plucked from the fruit plate. “You know, I think Jasper Beckett should marry Zoe.” Cornelius’ eyebrows shot up at the statement, and Zoe couldn’t contain a quiet grin in Cornelius’ arms.

“Sure, Jasper might be an out-of-wedlock son, which isn’t ideal, but Justin Beckett is unwell. Sooner or later, the company will be Jasper’s. If Zoe marries him, she’ll inherit Beckett Group. Not a bad deal at all,” Preston remarked, crossing his legs and stuffing a piece of fruit into his mouth.

“Uncle Preston, what are you even saying…” Zoe bit her lower lip and blushed.

“I’ve thought it over. We’ll make an announcement saying that you’ve been dating Jasper for a while now, but we kept it private because we didn’t want to take up the press space.

“Two single adults sharing a room is pretty normal, isn’t it? Is there a need for public outrage? Look how badly they’ve scared Zoe,” Preston added. He was in charge of entertainment and PR agencies and was no stranger to sensationalism and whitewashing tactics.

“That’s so typical of you, Uncle Preston. All you’re good at is bullshitting. You’re such a great role model for the young,” Landon said with a snicker and strode into the study with an intimidating air.

“L-Landon …” Zoe’s heart sank as she buried herself in Cornelius’ embrace.

Preston’s smile froze on his face, and he crushed the tangerine in his hand.

“Oh, Landon, looks like you’re in a bad mood. Attacking your uncle just when you walked in, huh?” “Landon, watch your attitude,” Cornelius warned with fury.

Landon smirked and sat across from Preston, surly but still good-looking. “You have expanded your reach ever since you became the CEO, haven’t you, poking your nose into our family matters? Is it because you are childless? Does it feel good to roleplay a father in our marriage arrangements?” Preston felt the anger rising, his childlessness a lifetime humiliation. Publicly, he explained it away, citing it was his wife’s fault. Only his wife knew that he suffered from erectile dysfunction.

Nevertheless, he couldn’t throw a tantrum in front of Cornelius and had to hold it in.

“Landon, how could you talk to your uncle like that? You brat!” Cornelius slapped the arm of the couch.

“Grandpa, I’m joking around with him. He doted on me since I was young, so I’m sure he wouldn’t take it personally. Right?” Landon instantly switched his behavior and grinned cheekily at his uncle, his tone irritatingly thick-skinned.

Despite smiling, Preston secretly cursed Landon out.

“You should quit worrying about Zoe’s marriage. I’ll introduce her to someone rich, but he is definitely not Jasper Beckett,” Landon declared. The air in the study immediately grew heavy.

Zoe’s glee had changed into glumness.

“Landon, I am confused. Who else can Zoe marry if not Jasper?” Preston asserted with an air of authority.

He added, “If the Beckett Group doesn’t agree to take her in, they will be humiliating us. They are basically saying that Zoe, a precious granddaughter and sister, is nothing more than Jasper Beckett’s plaything that can be discarded at whim. What do they take us as?” 

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 757-Preston was halfway through his speech when Zoe burst into tears. She moaned, “Grandpa, Uncle Preston, I am so ashamed and done for! I should just end my life!” “Dear child, don’t cry. I will take care of this for you,” Cornelius soothed her. As a retired businessman who had once dominated the playing field, he was aghast at the treatment his family received.

He shattered the teapot and seethed, “So, is Jasper Beckett thinking of shirking his responsibility? He’s going to regret it.

“Landon, didn’t your mom get hurt after hearing about the scandal? She’s in the hospital, right?” Landon gulped and sank into silence.

“When she’s out of the hospital, meet with the Becketts to discuss marriage. If you don’t, I will!” Cornelius threatened.

“Grandpa, can we calm down for a bit?” Landon growled. He was at his limits when he learned that his family planned to cause a ruckus at the Becketts’.

“Landon, if I recall correctly, you’re like brothers with Jasper Beckett,” said Preston, who crossed his legs and nonchalantly watched the drama unfold.

“Isn’t it good news that your sister married your good friend? I don’t understand why you’d protest against the marriage.” “I know Jasper well exactly because I’m close to him,” Landon blurted out.

He had no choice but to admit, “Jasper has someone in his heart-Alyssa Taylor, the only daughter of Winston and Jennifer Taylor!” The others froze upon hearing Alyssa’s name. A hint of deference flashed across Cornelius’ eyes, which was rare for the usually ruthless old man.

“Zoe, you have professed a few times to Jasper, didn’t you? You’ve pulled many tricks on him. Do you think they worked? Has Jasper paid you any attention?” Landon hissed at Zoe.

Zoe quivered and replied, “L-Landon, what are you talking about?” “After all your efforts, he did not even take a look at you. So, tell me, how could he have possibly met you at the hotel for a night together?

“Zoe, are you forcing me to be blunt with you? When will you ever learn?” Landon grew furious, his veins throbbing.

Despite smiling, Preston secretly cursed London out.

“You should quit worrying about Zoe’s marriage. I’ll introduce her to someone rich, but he is definitely not Jasper Beckett,” Landon declared. The air in the study immediately grew heavy.

Zoe’s glee had changed into glumness.

“Landon, I am confused. Who else can Zoe marry if not Jasper?” Preston asserted with an air of authority.

He added, “If the Beckett Group doesn’t agree to take her in, they will be humiliating us. They are basically saying that Zoe, a precious granddaughter and sister, is nothing more than Jasper Beckett’s plaything that can be discarded at whim. What do they take us as?” ***

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 758-Preston’s expression twisted as he exited Cornelius’ place. His shocked secretary trailed closely behind and questioned, “Mr. Preston, I overheard most of your conversation with Mr. Landon in the study. Why would you support Ms.

Zoe’s marriage to Mr. Beckett? You clearly knew that-” “And do you really believe Jasper Beckett would marry Zoe?” Smirking, Preston added, “Jasper has gotten himself into trouble many times because of Alyssa Taylor. Not long ago, he even risked his life to save her from an attack.

“Those two are obviously involved with each other. Zoe is deluded in this onesided love. I am certain Jasper Beckett will not agree to marry Zoe, and that is precisely why I’m endorsing the marriage. I plan to exploit the strain between Landon and Jasper for my benefit.” “That’s clever!” the secretary praised. A glint appeared in Preston’s eyes.

“Romance has always been the most effective tool to pit two men against each other.” Just as he prepared to descend the stairs, an idea struck him. He whispered, “By the way, what’s the name of the woman living with Landon? The one Zoe mentioned before?” “Lauren Beckett.” “Keep a close watch on her. She’s our ace card when the time comes.” “Ouch, Landon! It hurts! Let go of me!” Zoe yelped.

Ashen-faced, Landon seized Zoe’s arm and pulled her into an empty room. As the door closed behind him, he tossed her onto the ground.

“Ouch!” Zoe winced in pain from the fall. Her arm was bruised from Landon’s grip.

“Zoe Harper, tell me the truth about what happened at the hotel!” Landon struggled to contain his anger.

With anyone else, he would have unleashed his fury.

“What about it? I don’t know what you’re talking about!” she stubbornly insisted despite the pain.

“You lack the wit for a complex scheme. Don’t you dare lie and say there’s no one helping you!” He closed in and leaned over her, staring right into her eyes.

He demanded, “Tell me! Who set this up?” Zoe’s heart raced, and sweat covered her forehead. There was no way she would confess to Landon.

Gritting her teeth, she replied, “No one! It was all my plan!” “How dare you lie at this point?” “What’s with that expression?” Zoe mocked, further fueling Landon’s anger. “Oh, you’re upset? Beat me up, then!”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 759-Zoe had tested Landon’s boundaries with her audacious demeanor and shameless laughter, leaving him incredulous that she was his sister.

When had Zoe transformed into this woman? He had doted on her since childhood, but she had gradually veered down the wrong path.

He screamed at her in a fit of hysteria. “I’ll ask you one last time. Who’s the mastermind behind this scandal?” “No one. My answer remains the same, no matter how many times you ask me,” she replied and rose from the ground.

She smoothed the wrinkles on her expensive dress and tossed her brown wavy curls. “Landon, I will your best friend soon and become Mrs. Beckett.

marry “You know Jasper well. Although you said you’d introduce me to wealthy suitors, I won’t marry anyone except for Jasper, as I have loved him for a long time. No one is better than Jasper. Aren’t you happy that I’m about to marry a Beckett? I thought you loved me the most. Was that just for show as well?” “Zoe Harper, what’s all that bullshit?” Landon felt that every word of hers only fueled his rage.

“Oh, right. My brother does not love me anymore because he has a new lover.

She has replaced me in your heart. I bet I’m not even as important as Alyssa to you,” she remarked and laughed until she teared 1.

Landon clenched his jaw and reminded her, “Just listen to me. Jasper will never marry you. Stop deluding yourself! And Lauren is never your enemy. She’s-” “My future sister-in-law? Am I going to have a retard as a sister-in-law?” Zoe laughed with a disdainful look. “Even if I accepted her, Mom and Grandpa would never approve of her. Landon, accept the reality. No matter how much you love her, she can only remain a kept woman without any acknowledgment or title.

“I don’t think Mr. Javier would ever allow his daughter to marry you just to be a second wife. You’d be better off marrying Betty Beckett.” Landon’s heart was broken, and his breathing grew heavy. “I have a say in my marriage and the woman I love. You and the others need to stay out of it!” “Same to you. You should keep out of my marriage,” Zoe retorted. Refusing to engage further, she massaged her bruised arm and headed to the door.

BONUS “Zoe Harper, you will take a flight back to Yoarkley tonight. Do not step foot in Solana City without my permission!” Landon barked. looking furious and disappointed.

He turned around and added, “You have to leave, even if you don’t want to.” “Hahaha! Landon Harper, do you think you can control me?” Zoe leaned against the door and lifted her chin arrogantly. “Grandpa said he’d keep me by his side until I am married. You can’t control me now.

Sending me to Yoarkley? Dream on!” “Zoe Harper!” Landon inhaled sharply, incensed. “Don’t call me your brother again if you step out of this door!” Zoe remained emotionless, like a stranger. She remarked, “I don’t need a brother who refuses to side with me.” The new scandal in Solana City spread like wildfire. The drama of affluent families had always sold better than the gossip of small-time celebrities. After all, many were envious of the riches of the wealthy.

However, Alyssa had no time for the scandal, as she had something more important to deal with.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 760-“Lyse, you’re awesome!” Cyrus exclaimed. He was seated in a corner of the KS World Hotel café with Alyssa.

He laid out a few photos on the table and remarked, “As you have predicted, the culprit has a secret room at his house where he kept Sophia Kirkman’s photos.

He’s not a loyal fan of Lyla like he claimed, but a fanatic supporter of Sophia Kirkman.” Alyssa pursed her lips and said in a hushed voice, “Cyrus, have you found any other important clues?” After some hesitation, Cyrus showed her a transparent evidence bag. The bag contained a platinum necklace studded with diamonds. The design of the jewelry was rather outdated, and the quality was not the best.

Cyrus explained, “I found this necklace at the attacker’s place. He carefully stored it in a case, so!

assume it’s very important to him.” Alyssa always had a sharp memory. Somehow, the necklace looked familiar to her. She quickly looked through some of the photos.

“Look, Sophia has worn this necklace before. It’s the same one,” she picked out one of the photos.

Even a seasoned cop like Cyrus was in awe of Alyssa’s memory. “Lyse, you should have joined the force.

What a waste of talent!” She smirked. “Nah, I can never be a cop. I would have beaten the living daylight out of the suspect at the scene.” Cyrus was speechless at her reply.

She surmised with a squint, “Seems like Sophia has a close relationship with the attacker if he possesses her necklace. Do you think there’s something between them?” “Even if there is, it is all in the past. The necklace evidence proves they are acquainted, but we cannot infer any affair between the two,” Cyrus explained sternly.

“I know, but this evidence is enough to get Sophia into trouble,” she mused. She examined the necklace’s charm under the light. Her eyes sparkled brightly.

Then, she said to Cyrus, “Cyrus, the attacker refused to say a thing in your interrogations. They wouldn’t leave any transaction trail behind if he is a loyal fan who worked for Sophia. We can’t prove that Sophia hired him to attack Lyla.

“What I need is to use the available evidence to access more evidence and deliver a blow to Sophia.” Cyrus widened his eyes and asked, “Lyse, what exactly do you plan to do?” She leaned backward and tapped her fingers on the table, looking charming yet intimidating. She replied, ” I’ll have a chat with Sophia Kirkman.” After parting ways with Cyrus, Alyssa received a call from Miley and learned that Miley would return to Kontina the next morning. She rushed back to Heightsnew Villa upon hearing that.

Mandy held onto Miley’s hands in the living room, chatting tearfully.

“Mom, you’re being dramatic,” Miley chirped despite the tears in her eyes.

“Kontina isn’t far from Cyrris.

They’re on the same continent. You can visit me at any time.” “Oh, don’t get me started on that! On my last visit, I did not get to see you in the three days I was there!

You were busy accompanying your husband to events. Gosh, I regret having you marry abroad. You’re too far from me now,” Mandy lamented in a teary voice while clasping Miley’s hands.

“Mom, it was my fault last time. Jeremy had a sudden engagement, which I had to attend as his wife. I’m sorry,” Miley apologized and felt bad for Mandy.

“Miley!” Alyssa exclaimed when she got home. She looked sad and reluctant to see Miley leave. “Can’t you stay a bit longer? I didn’t even make time to chat with you.” “We’ll have a chance in the future, Lyse.” Miley rose from the couch and held Alyssa’s hands. “After the election, I’ll come home with Jeremy for a longer stay.

We’ll get to catch up by then.”