Ch. 781..790

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 781-Alyssa didn’t expect Jasper to carry her to the room where she had lived alone for three years.

Jasper’s original intention was to carefully place her on the bed. However, her restlessness in his arms.

led to a loosened grip, and she ended up descending heavily onto the bed.

Luckily, Alyssa had not undergone plastic surgery. Otherwise, her nose might have suffered.

“You didn’t stay still. I didn’t mean to drop you.” Jasper looked down at her.

Seeing her awkward state, he couldn’t help but find it amusing.

“You bastard. You always find various excuses for yourself!” Alyssa muttered indignantly.

She attempted to sit up on the bed. But the moment she did, Jasper seized her ankle, and he promptly pressed her back down.

“Let go of my foot! Are you a pervert?” Alyssa quickly curled her legs. Almost revealing too much, she felt extremely embarrassed.

Alyssa had a grasp of self-defense techniques, but from Jasper’s perspective, they seemed no more significant than her routine stretching exercises.

Just then, Jasper’s grip on her ankle tightened a little. His calm gaze wandered from her blushing face to her rosy lips, slender neck, and alluring collarbone.

His breath hitched involuntarily. He could feel his blood warming as his heart pounded loudly.

Suddenly, a needle-like pain pierced his head. He closed his eyes, pressing his temples with both hands to alleviate the sudden discomfort.

“Jasper, it hurts. It hurts so much.” “Be good. You won’t feel the pain later.” “I’ll try to be gentle with you, I promise.” Images Jasper had never seen before flashed through his mind, accompanied by amorous gasps and moans.

It seemed like he had shared an intimate moment with a woman in this room.

But how was that possible? He had never slept with any woman.

Noticing Jasper momentarily distracted, Alyssa kicked him in the abdomen.

F15 BONUS “Get off me!” She didn’t use much force. Given Jasper’s muscular frame of six feet two inches, he should be able to withstand that kick.

However, to her surprise, he staggered two steps back. He would have fallen if he hadn’t steadied himself against the wall.

Alyssa’s pupils contracted, and she could see that Jasper had turned pale, with beads of sweat forming on his forehead.

She hesitated for a moment. Just as she was about to say something, Jasper asked hoarsely, “Why are you here for Sophia?” “It’s none of your business. I don’t need you to interfere.” Alyssa’s gaze suddenly turned icy.

Jasper experienced a sharp pain in his heart as she regarded him as if he were a stranger. Gritting his teeth, he uttered, “If you’re here seeking revenge for Lyla’s sake, I recommend picking another day.

Tonight is not the right time.” “Why is it not the right time?” Smiling, Alyssa sat gracefully with her legs crossed. She showed off her dignified charm like a queen.

“Oh, is it because Mr. Cornelius, Mrs. Harper, and your Zoe are all here? Are you afraid I’ll mess up your little arrangement?” Jasper furrowed his brows. “What arrangement?” “Your marriage discussion.” Alyssa smiled teasingly.

“Alyssa! That’s enough!” Jasper’s chest tightened, his bloodshot eyes glaring at her.

“Congratulations, Mr. Beckett. You’re getting married again.” Alyssa completely ignored his anger and instead expressed her seemingly sincere blessing. “Ms. Zoe is young and beautiful, with a family background that’s so much more prominent than Liana’s. And she’s Landon’s sister, making it all the more familial.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 782-“Mr. Javier will definitely be very satisfied with this daughter-in-law, and your status in Harper Group will also get a boost,” Alyssa remarked.

“Do you think I care about that?” Jasper felt like he was going to explode.

“Who cares if you care or not? Don’t mind my business, and I won’t bother with yours. I’m leaving.” Alyssa came tonight to cause trouble for Sophia, not to be bothered by him.

She just wanted to leave this room as quickly as possible, as being alone with him in this room made her feel suffocated.

She was a sensitive woman, easily affected by emotions and prone to sentimental reactions. And in this room, when she looked back on her three years of marriage with Jasper, all she could recall were unpleasant memories.

Moreover, she had lost her virginity in this room. And Jasper, even to this day, still hadn’t remembered the night they spent together.

It was better to forget anyway.

Some things, when remembered, only caused pain.

Alyssa stood up gracefully, treating Jasper as if he were just a mass of air.

Without looking at him, she quickened her pace, wanting to walk past him quickly.

Just as they brushed past each other, Jasper’s face turned frosty. He suddenly grabbed her arm and forcefully pinned her against the wall.

Alyssa cried out in shock, and her spine was sore from the impact.

In her gaze, Jasper’s bloodshot eyes were simultaneously beautiful and stifling.

“Jasper! Are you cra-” “Did we have sex before?” Jasper’s rough yet magnetic voice reached her ears, almost making her blush.

Her heart skipped a beat.” What did you say?” “Never mind.” Jasper felt his throat turn dry, and he shook his head forcefully.

Alyssa felt that Jasper must have lost his mind. How could he ask her such a provocative question?

“Get off me!” She didn’t use much force. Given Jasper’s muscular frame of six feet two inches, he should be able to withstand that kick.

However, to her surprise, he staggered two steps back. He would have fallen if he hadn’t steadied himself against the wall.

Alyssa’s pupils contracted, and she could see that Jasper had turned pale, with beads of sweat forming on his forehead.

She hesitated for a moment. Just as she was about to say something, Jasper asked hoarsely. “Why are you here for Sophia?” “It’s none of your business. I don’t need you to interfere.” Alyssa’s gaze suddenly turned icy.

Jasper experienced a sharp pain in his heart as she regarded him as if he were a stranger. Gritting his teeth, he uttered, “If you’re here seeking revenge for Lyla’s sake, I recommend picking another day.

Tonight is not the right time.” “Why is it not the right time?” Smiling, Alyssa sat gracefully with her legs crossed. She showed off her dignified charm like a queen.

“Oh, is it because Mr. Cornelius, Mrs. Harper, and your Zoe are all here? Are you afraid I’ll mess up your little arrangement?” Jasper furrowed his brows. “What arrangement?” “Your marriage discussion.” Alyssa smiled teasingly.

“Alyssa! That’s enough!” Jasper’s chest tightened, his bloodshot eyes glaring at her.

“Congratulations, Mr. Beckett. You’re getting married again.” Alyssa completely ignored his anger and instead expressed her seemingly sincere blessing. “Ms. Zoe is young and beautiful, with a family background that’s so much more prominent than Liana’s. And she’s Landon’s sister, making it all the more familial.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 783-However, Jasper suddenly realized that Alyssa wasn’t seeking an explanation or defense. She wasn’t concerned about his innocence.

What she wanted was for him to disappear from her life completely.

Landon’s presented evidence, while not direct, still implied an indirect solid connection.

This incident had become much more complicated than it should have been.

Luckily, only members of the Beckett and Harper families were present tonight.

Making these matters public to outsiders or the media could ruin Zoe’s reputation.- After all, Landon was Zoe’s brother, and it was impossible for him to be so ruthless.

Landon refused to compromise, and the situation was at a stalemate. Cornelius had no choice but to leave first. He needed to go back and investigate the whole situation thoroughly.

“Landon, Zoe, you two are coming back with me!” Cornelius said, standing up with his cane.

“Mr. Cornelius, are you leaving just like this? Have you settled your granddaughter’s marriage?” Alyssa’s voice rang out as she descended the stairs gracefully with a charming smile on her face.

She radiated a presence far more potent than Sophia, the true owner. It was almost as if Seaview Manor belonged to her as much as Heightsnew Villa did.

Sophia’s face darkened.

“Oh, Ms. Alyssa, you’ve graced us with your presence again. I’m sure you and Jasper have a lot to catch up on. We won’t bother you.” Cornelius didn’t look pleased, as Alyssa’s arrival had indeed messed up their plans.

“Please stay, Mr. Cornelius. Don’t get the wrong idea. Jasper and I don’t have much to discuss. You can consider his recent behavior as a moment of confusion. As his ex-wife, even I still haven’t quite grasped what’s going on in his mind these past three years.” Alyssa openly admitted her identity as Jasper’s ex-wife, leaving Cornelius at a loss for words.

Jasper arrived at the scene and quickly caught up. He overheard her words and frowned in frustration.

Cursing under his breath, he questioned whether he could ever win this woman’s favor in the next life.

But what was with those erotic scenes that appeared in his mind? Was he starting to have serval fantasies at the age of 20?

“Don’t bother me anymore, Jasper.” Despite Alyssa’s pounding heart, she fiercely pushed against his chest, her cheeks burning. “You saved my life, and I don’t want to hate you. But if you bother me again, I won’t show you mercy.” “Alyssa, do you really hate me so much? Do you really not trust me?” Jasper knew he sounded resentf A man unable to garner any response from the woman he loved could grow resentful, eventual descending into madness.

“Jasper, do you know how much I hate staying in this room?” Alyssa lifted her eyes, casting a cold gaze at the stunning crystal chandelier suspended from the calling Her eyes had met the elegant fixture for over a thousand nights in the past three years.

She smiled bitterly. “Returning here, all I can think of are the countless lonely nights, unrequited love, and heartache.

“Honestly, you should be with Zoe because, in her eyes, you’re perfect. But in my eyes, you’ve already fallen and broken into pieces that can’t be pieced back together.

“I wish for our future lives to be happy, and I hope our paths never cross again.” Never cross again.

Well said, Alyssa.

Jasper felt like he was in agony. As he stiffly and slowly released his grip on her, the flames of anger burned in his blood vessels, churning and roiling in his chest.

Initially, he had wanted to explain.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 784-Acquaintance?

A shockwave of disbelief swept through everyone like an earthquake. Their eyes widened, and all attention turned to Sophia.

This included Javier and the members of the Harper family.

However, only Jasper remained calm amid the commotion, just like Alyssa.

Ever since Alyssa began suspecting Sophia, he had also harbored suspicions.

Unfortunately, he suffered a severe head injury during that time and had to undergo life-threatening surgery.

Following that, Zoe had caused chaos, delaying his investigation.

Tonight, when Alyssa came alone to find Sophia, he took her upstairs, intending to stop her actions. He didn’t want Alyssa to get into trouble.

If Sophia was bold enough to set up an ambush against Lyla in front of everyone, she might also resort to dangerous actions against Alyssa!

He could do the dirty work for her, ensuring she wouldn’t have to dirty her hands or step into any mess.

He could willingly be her executioner for all things dirty and sinful.

He acknowledged his anger, resentment, and even some hatred toward her for not trusting him.

Yet, in the deepest recesses of his soul, he still loved her. This love made him extreme, no longer weighing pros and cons, solely wanting her at the center of his life.

“Sophie, Alyssa said you are acquainted with the attacker. Is that true?” Javier felt his heart tighten and couldn’t help but ask.

“Javier, are you questioning me? Alyssa is doubting me for no reason, and now you are siding with her and kicking me while I’m down?” Sophia widened her eyes, expressing sorrow and grievance as she poked her own chest with sharp fingertips.

This reaction was somewhat exaggerated, akin to a melodramatic soap opera.

At this moment, the still-drowsy Betty stumbled out of the room.

She heard her father’s question word for word, and her heart pounded like a drum under the shock.

In her memory, her father had always been very affectionate toward her mother.

“Mrs. Beckett, shall we have a chat?” Alyssa coldly glanced at Sophia.

“Sorry, Alyssa, it’s late now, and I need to rest. I don’t have time to chat with you.

Let’s talk another day.” Sophia was aware of Alyssa’s ill intentions, evident in her resentful tone.

“You have no time, but I do. I have plenty of time.” Alyssa raised her brows, confidently smiling as she walked to the forefront.

“The night is long, and we can take our time to discuss our grievances. I’ll accompany you in the conversation until dawn.” “I’m old and can’t keep you company. Please leave!” Sophia’s expression darkened, and her attitude became firm.

Jasper and Landon both clenched their fists.

When it came to Alyssa being bullied, both Jasper and Landon were on the same page. They were open to discussing anything, but they wouldn’t tolerate seeing her mistreated.

“I initially wanted a private conversation because family matters should stay private. Since you’re being unreasonable, don’t blame me if I don’t show you any respect.” Alyssa’s smile turned icy as she pressed on, “The incident during the birthday banquet when Lyla was attacked-isn’t that somehow linked to you, Mrs. Beckett?” Everyone was shocked, and all eyes turned to Sophia.

The Harper family members were about to leave. But, upon hearing this, everyone halted, and their ears perked up.

“Ms. Alyssa, let’s not resort to mudslinging in our mother-in-law and daughter-inlaw relationship. I know you don’t like me, but you don’t have to be so offensive.” Sophia’s heart raced, and sweat dripped from her palms. Despite the tension, she struggled to stay calm.

“Okay, let me rephrase it then.” Alyssa smiled again, her expression turning sly. “Isn’t the person who tried to harm Lyla and caused severe injury to Jasper someone acquainted with you?”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 785-Sophia was in disbelief. In front of everyone, despite being his elder, Jasper openly mocked her.

Sophia stated, “Heh, being the Beckett family’s mistress demands that I guide this young one!” Sophia glared at Alyssa before adding, “Alyssa, this is Seaview Manor, not your Heightsnew Villa! As the Beckett family’s chairwoman and mistress, how can I tolerate you spewing nonsense here?” Jasper couldn’t bear it any longer. He was about to speak, but Alyssa interrupted with a contemptuous smile as she asked, “Mistress? Does Mr.

Beckett Senior recognize you as the mistress?” A wave of astonishment swept through the crowd.

Alyssa’s arrogant behavior in front of Sophia showed that she truly deserved to be the young lady of the Taylor family!

Betty watched her mother’s face shift between shades of red and white. It was an almost unbearable sight that left her feeling humiliated..

She wanted to defend her mother but hesitated upon seeing Landon and Jasper present. They would undoubtedly back Alyssa, that vile woman, without any conditions.

What made her most apprehensive was Javier. He hadn’t said a word to defend her mother.

A shiver ran down her spine as she decided it was best to quietly observe for the time being.

“Do you even have the audacity to claim the title of the Beckett family’s mistress here? You’re merely benefiting from Mr. Javier’s favoritism. From what I’ve gathered, neither the entire Beckett Group nor the upper circles of Solana City acknowledge you as the Beckett family’s mistress, correct?” Alyssa tilted her head, hands in her pockets, wearing a bright and arrogant expression. It seemed like no one in the world could match her.

“When it comes to the Beckett family’s mistress, it should be Justin’s birth mother, the legal wife of Javier Beckett. At least, that’s how it should be.” Alyssa’s words shocked everyone who was present.

Sophia’s heart felt like it had been stabbed with a knife. Before she could feel the pain, Alyssa’s second sword came stabbing.

“If not her, it should be Mr. Beckett’s mother, Ms. Anne Bartley.” Anne … In the past, when her mother kept provoking Newton, her father, being the biological son of her grandfather, wholeheartedly protected his beloved wife.

On several occasions, he nearly got into physical altercations with the old man!

However, what unfolded this time left Betty bewildered.

She couldn’t understand why her father began casting doubts on her mother with just a single question from Alyssa.

“I didn’t intend to question you. You’re overthinking it,” Javier said, furrowing his brow and tightening his fingers.

“Of course, there’s absolutely nothing like that! How could I possibly know such a person!” Sophia’s temples glistened with sweat, and she glared at Alyssa with hatred.

Sophia said, “Alyssa, I know we’ve had our differences, but I’ve moved on from that. Why are you approaching me now that your family is facing issues? I’m not an insurance company, so why should your family turn to me for answers when something goes wrong? Do you think I’m an easy target?” Alyssa smiled calmly before saying, “Mrs. Beckett, are you feeling nervous? I just asked if you were acquainted with the attacker. Nothing else. Why are you so on edge? Could it be that a guilty conscience is at play?” “Alyssa!” Sophia’s anger was tangible, as if smoke were about to billow from her ears, and her eyes were bulging. “I’m offering you the respect due to the good relationship between your father and my father-inlaw. Don’t take it too far!” “Holy crap!” Landon’s eyes flared red with anger. He would have charged up and given Sophia a good beating if it weren’t for the elders present. 1 Jasper’s fists clenched tight, a terrifying gloom shrouding his ink-black pupils.

“Sophia, if you truly see yourself as Mrs. Beckett, be mindful of your words.” “Bastard!” Sophia seethed inwardly. “You’re just a pawn trailing behind that cunning little vixen!”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 786-Sophia flourished and later surpassed, eventually being legitimized by Javier.

She assumed the role that originally belonged to Jasper’s mother and became Javier’s remarried wife.

“Jasper, don’t be sad. Anne has passed away, and none of us feels good about it. From now on, I am your mother, and Betty is your real sister.” “Alas, your mother was truly a good person, but unfortunately, she lacked some luck compared to me. I hope she is not tormented by illness on the other side. I believe she wouldn’t blame me for taking her place, right? She was so kind. She surely wouldn’t blame me.” Jasper couldn’t forget the sarcastic words Sophia had said to him at his mother’s funeral.

Although young, he still sensed the insincerity behind the woman’s friendly smile.

In the blink of an eye, it had been over 20 years since then.

Over the years, it felt as if everyone, including the entire Beckett family, had forgotten his mothereveryone except him.

Tears welled up in Jasper’s eyes as he heard his mother’s name from Alyssa’s mouth. Inexplicably, he felt like crying.

“Anne… Anne…” Jasper’s expression turned dazed as he murmured the name of the departed.

Anne’s gentle and picturesque face gradually emerged from the deep sea of memory.

A sudden, piercing pain struck the deepest and softest part of his heart.

Sophia was closest to Javier.

She heard him repeatedly uttering that long-lost name. The woman she once hated infuriated her, and she directed that anger straight at Alyssa.

“Anne… Anne had a questionable status, merely Javier’s past paramour! Even after joining the family, she served as a maid for the Beckett family. What gives her the right to be called the lady of the house? The rightful mistress of the Beckett family is me! She doesn’t match up to me!” “Sophia! That’s enough!” Javier, as if awakened from emotional numbness, angrily roared at Sophia. He completely forgot that there were others present.

“Anne was not a paramour! She was not a maid! And she’s no longer here. You have no right to speak ill of “Why don’t I have the right?” Sophia’s eyes widened in anger. “Is what I’m saying not true? She was only a paramour who couldn’t enter polite society!” Before she could finish speaking, a sudden overwhelming chill enveloped her, as if a shadow had engulfed her, akin to standing on the edge of a vast abyss!

Sophia was stunned. She looked up and saw Jasper standing right in front of her.

“You…” A sharp sound suddenly reverberated in the hall.

Everyone was shocked, including Alyssa, all staring with mouths agape.

Jasper’s eyes darkened, and his thin lips tightly pursed. He then raised his hand and fiercely slapped Sophia. 1 Sophia’s cheek turned red and swollen, with traces of blood at the corner of her lips. The impact made her eardrums buzz, and stars flashed before her eyes.

She staggered back, clutching the sofa’s back. She barely avoided falling to the ground in a disheveled state.

“Jasper …” Alyssa’s pupils involuntarily constricted. She couldn’t help but squeeze her palms in anxiety for Jasper.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 787-Jasper used 80 percent of his strength with that slap.

He knew his hands, honed in military training, possessed immense power.

Sophia wouldn’t only be looking for her teeth if he used full force. She might even end up unconscious.

He didn’t want to give her an opportunity to leave. Many grievances between Alyssa and her still needed to be settled!

Everyone was in a panic. Upon witnessing Jasper slap Sophia, no one dared to intervene.

In this household, not even Javier could control Jasper. Who else could?

Frightened, Betty let out a shriek before covering her mouth. Her whole body was sweaty, and her legs shook vigorously!

Seeing her mother being slapped, she didn’t even have the courage to rush forward and stop it!

The Harper family members were also dumbfounded.

Although Sophia’s words were quite harsh, she was still Javier’s wife, Jasper’s stepmother, and considered an elder. How could Jasper dare to slap an elder in front of so many people?

It was audacious and bold!

This slap not only struck Sophia’s face but also slapped his own father’s dignity.

Only Landon stared at Jasper with such fervor. He took a deep breath, and his lips curved into a slight smile. Complex emotions surged within him.

This slap was something Jasper had endured for a long time. As Jasper’s only good friend, no one understood better than him the challenges Jasper faced in his family over the years.

“Ja-Javier… my ears…. my ears can’t hear anything!” Sophia covered her ears, crying and rushing to Javier, embracing him tightly.

Her lips bled, and her carefully styled hair was now in disarray. Her eye makeup had also been smeared.

Her image of a noblewoman was completely ruined.

“I’m deaf! Your son has made me deaf! Aren’t you going to do something about it?” Blood was visibly seeping from between Sophia’s fingers. Alyssa glanced over at Jasper, whose expression remained as cold as iron.

Without a doubt, that wicked woman’s eardrums must have been ruptured, It was incredibly gratifying!

Javier looked down at Sophia, his gaze mixed with complexity.

He felt a lingering pain in his heart, but he knew it wasn’t because of Sophia.

The pain belonged to the woman he had buried in his heart for a long time.

Yet, Javier still had to step in.

“Jasper, are you going crazy? How can you lay hands on an elder?” Jasper curled his thin lips into a chilling smile.

“Elder? What kind of elder is she to me? In the entire Beckett family, Grandpa is my elder. You are my elder, and Mrs. Rosie is also my elder. Among those I respect, she holds no position.” “Mr. Jasper…” Mrs. Rosie suddenly caught on, displaying a smile filled with relief and gratitude.

Sophia’s face, puffy from the slap, turned red. Her chest heaved with rising blood, and the taste of iron lingered on her tongue.

Jasper’s implication cut deep. In this household, an old housekeeper like Rosie holds a higher status than Sophia herself!

Sophia found the situation completely unreasonable, feeling intense frustration toward this illegitimate.

child.

“I address you as Sophia only because you have served my dad for almost 30 years. Elder? Huh, you’re not worthy of it.” Jasper’s laughter sent chills down people’s spines with its coldness.

The people from the Harper family saw that a fight was about to break out, and they couldn’t leave.

How could they miss such a lively scene?

“My mother is my limit. Anyone who crosses it shouldn’t expect respect from me.

I might even go to Li extent of taking their life,” declared Jasper with cold determination in his eyes.

As he uttered those words, he glanced in Alyssa’s direction.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 788-Jasper didn’t voice it out loud, but Alyssa was also his limit.

However, in Alyssa’s heart, was he truly her limit? He might not even measure up to Jameson in her eyes.

As Jasper pondered, he experienced an overwhelming mix of discontent, anger, and loss, making it unbearable. He forcefully averted his gaze from Alyssa’s captivating beauty, no longer looking at her.

As if they shared a telepathic connection, Alyssa stole a glance at him. Upon witnessing his cold, determined gaze fixed ahead, her heart inexplicably skipped a beat.

Sophia shivered violently. Her heart leaped into her throat, making it difficult to breathe. Now, Javier had lost control over Jasper, and her man was no longer a reliable pillar of support.

If he found out she had caused his mother’s depression to worsen, there would be no escape for her!

She had bribed a maid back then. This maid was the one Anne trusted the most, second only to Rosie.

She made her change the depression medication to a central nervous system stimulant.

Over time, this not only accelerated physical problems caused by depression but also induced emotional distress, breathing issues, and even hallucinations.

In the last few months of Anne’s life, she left this world under the dual torment of physical and mental pain.

The revelation of this secret must remain buried in the shadows.

The day it sees the light of day would spell Sophia’s doom.

Sophia clung to Javier’s clothes. Her tears streaming down as she pleaded, “Javier, are you truly going to stand by and witness me being beaten like this? I’m your wife.” Having been unsuccessful in maintaining an assertive front, she had to resort to portraying herself as pitiable.

She understood Javier very well. He was most vulnerable to this.

Javier held his breath while supporting Sophia, his hand stiffening.

“Go back to your room, freshen up. I’ll arrange for Betty and the secretary to take you to the hospital.” “No,” Jasper responded coldly.

“Jasper, what are you planning again?” Javier’s brows furrowed.

Jasper, too, furrowed his brows, and his gaze turned intimidating.

“It’s just a slap. It won’t be fatal. But the issue between Sophia and Alyssa must be settled tonight.” Alyssa’s heart skipped a beat, and she bit her lips lightly.

“How many times do I have to say it? Lyla’s case has nothing to do with me. I don’t even know the attacker! Alyssa made it up to frame me!” Sophia hysterically shouted.

“Mrs. Beckett, consider heeding Mr. Javier’s advice and visiting the hospital for a check-up. It’s essential to rule out any early signs of dementia,” Alyssa said, glancing at Sophia’s pale face with disdain.

Sophia seethed through gritted teeth, “Alyssa!” After hearing this, Cornelius raised his gray eyebrows. “Is this girl from the Taylor family really that outspoken?” “Yeah, Dad. Alyssa Taylor has always been like this, aggressive and hottempered in her actions.” Penelope resembles Aunt Alexandra from “To Kill a Mockingbird”. Naturally, she disapproved of Alyssa’s behavior.

Cornelius cleared his throat before saying, “It’s fine for a girl to be a bit fierce and hot-tempered. This girl’s family background matches her temper. She looks beautiful, too. It’s just a pity she’s a divorcee.

Otherwise, she would be a good match for Landon.” Penelope stood in stunned silence, shocked.

Zoe was scared, her heart racing. “Grandpa! What are you saying? Alyssa is just a second-hand item that Jasper rejected. How could she be a match for my brother?” “Second-hand? Ms. Alyssa is exceptional. Even if she’s been divorced a hundred times, I’m sure there would still be men eager to be with her,” Cornelius remarked nonchalantly.

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 789-Landon smirked. His lips curled as he looked at Alyssa.

“Grandpa, truth be told, when I first saw Alyssa, I was deeply captivated. I Immediately pursued her passionately.” Zoe gritted her teeth as she listened, despising every bit of it.

“What? You pursued this Taylor girl?” Surprised, Cornelius asked with curiosity, “Why didn’t you two end up together?

I heard people say you’re quite the ladies’ man.” Penelope was speechless hearing the conversation.

“Well, she wasn’t interested in me,” Landon confessed, scratching his head sheepishly.

“Even you weren’t good enough? Does she think she can marry someone from heaven?” Cornelius was somewhat displeased.

But considering Alyssa’s ex-husband was Jasper, his grandson’s defeat wasn’t too embarrassing.

“30 years ago, a guy named Ronald Branson worked at TS Network. He not only teamed up with you in numerous shows but also served you in various capacities for a long time. Your connection with him is quite peculiar.

“Even Lyla and many famous TS Network directors are familiar with Ronald. Yet, you insist on not knowing him. Are you certain it’s not a memory lapse or dementia?” Alyssa scrutinized Sophia with a stern look.

Sophia, with intelligence seemingly only fit for planting rice, somehow ascended from humble origins to a position among the wealthy and privileged.

One could only say that Javier was more blind than his own son.

Sophia stubbornly defended herself, stating, “I don’t know any Ronalds! Does that mean I must know them just because they know me?” “Mrs. Beckett, you forget things too easily. Let me jog your memory a bit.” Alyssa descended the stairs gracefully and approached the Beckett couple.

Before Sophia’s eyes, a cold glint appeared. It was an elegant silver lily-shaped platinum pendant. It was gleaming cold like a sharp blade poised to slit her throat at any moment!

Her heart raced, and her lips trembled.

In bewilderment, she couldn’t help but wonder how it ended up in Alyssa’s hands. It was impossible.

Javier furrowed his brows, sensing Sophia trembling in his embrace. Despite her efforts to conceal it, the tremors were evident.

“What’s this? Why are you showing me this?” Sophia evaded Alyssa’s gaze.

“Sophie, I remember. This is your necklace.” Javier’s expression tightened, and he spoke with a stern tone.

“When we first met, you always wore it. You said it was the only thing your mother left you, a precious heirloom. But one day, you stopped wearing it. I asked where it went, and you said you accidentally lost it while filming, and it made you sad for a long time. I remember it’s this lily pendant necklace.” Sophia’s ears rang with a deafening noise!

She remembered now. She did tell Javier that-specifically, she fabricated this lie to gain his affection.

Over the years, Sophia built herself on countless lies. There were too many lies for her to remember.

“So, this necklace was your mother’s heirloom, Mrs. Beckett? Oh, that’s something significant for you.” Alyssa observed the pendant, her eyes glinting with a cold light.

“Why would such a significant item be in the possession of that attacker? It was carefully kept in an exquisite jewelry box when we discovered it. It appears that this necklace holds importance for Mr.

Branson as well.”

Can’t Win Me Back Chapter 790-Meanwhile, Ronald had endured three days and three nights of relentless questioning at the detention center. The harsh lights glared down, tormenting both his mind and body.

But under the layers of pressure, he stood his ground.

As long as he thought of Sophia, as long as he thought of the lady who filled his thoughts day and night, the one he couldn’t get close to, he would endure it even if the sky collapsed.

At that moment, the interrogation room door swung open, and Cyrus strolled in with an indifferent expression.

In front of the suspects and criminals, he no longer resembled the affluent and noble Cyrus Taylor.

Instead, he had the demeanor of a gangster. Even people from the criminal underworld would address him with respect.

Cyrus yawned and casually pulled out a steel chair, sweeping his long legs as he sat down.

“Smith, make a cup of coffee for Mr. Branson to refresh him. The night has just begun.” “Yes, Chief Taylor.” Ronald sneered. He then asked through gritted teeth, “Chief Taylor, aren’t you tired of interrogating me every day?” “No, not at all. I’m young and can endure it,” Cyrus replied with a mischievous smile.

“I’ve told you everything in the past two days. You can ask me all night, ask me a thousand times, and my answer will still be the same.” Cyrus narrowed his eyes and coldly lifted the corner of his lips.

“We’ve covered the old questions. I’ll bring up something new.” He placed the photos of the evidence in front of Ronald.

Ronald lowered his head and saw the platinum lily-shaped necklace in the pictures.

His body leaned forward as he attempted to control his expression. But the trembling muscles around his eyes exposed his fear.

“Do you recognize this necklace?” Cyrus stared at him intently, tapping his fingertips on the table.

Ronald immediately denied it. His forehead broke out in a cold sweat as he said, “I don’t recognize it.” “You don’t recognize your belongings?” Cyrus mockingly chuckled.

“You meticulously wrapped it in fine silk and kept it in a pricey jewelry box, clearly indicating its importance to you. And now, you claim not to recognize it? Who do you think you’re fooling? Ghosts?” “Did you search my house? You!” Ronald’s pupils trembled, and he clenched his fists. The handcuffs on him produced a grating sound.

“You’re a criminal, and I’m a cop. Isn’t it normal to search your house? Don’t you have any psychological preparation for that?” Cyrus chuckled as he leaned back.

“I’ve looked into it. This necklace belonged to Sophia Kirkman. You stored her personal belongings carefully in your home. Your connection with Sophia seems unique.” “I stole it. So what?” Ronald’s face turned pale as he clenched his teeth.

“I visited TS Network and found colleagues and directors you collaborated with over 20 years ago. I also spoke with actors who are still active on the screen. They all know you. They talked a lot about you and Sophia. These are all testimonial evidence. They said you admired and pursued not Lyla but Sophia.” Ronald’s sweat trickled down his face, and he uttered with resentment, “They don’t know a damn thing!” “Not only that, they also mentioned that you seized every opportunity to get close to Sophia, providing her unwavering support. At that time, almost everyone knew that Sophia and Lyla were arch-enemies.

“Your house is adorned with Sophia’s pictures but lacking any of Lyla’s. Not a single Lyla movie is found on your computer. How could you claim to be Lyla’s fan?