Can’t Win Me Back

Chapter 54

Alyssa wasn’t in the mood to go to the hotel. She decided to head home. Sean remained silent for a long time. Finally, he asked, “Ms. Alyssa, does Jasper still not know that you are the heiress of the Taylor family?”

“Yeah,” Alyssa replied softly, looking melancholic.

Sean understood. No wonder she asked for a stand–in when Jasper visited her last time.

“Sean, I didn’t mean to keep it from you …”

“I understand.” Sean interrupted.

Alyssa raised her brows in astonishment.

“Who wants to dredge up heartache? Naturally, I prefer to keep it locked away, never to be touched again. I was just concerned about you. I worried Mr. Taylor would feel heartbroken and upset if he ever found out,” Sean continued. His hands gripped the steering wheel tightly as his eyes glistened with moisture.

Alyssa was the center of the family’s universe, beloved by all. But to her dismay, she had been mistreated by that despicable scoundrel, Jasper. If Winston were to find out, he’d probably be so furious that he’d wield a fifty–meter–long sword in his rage.

a momentary decision. Besides, after a failed marriage, I only want to focus on myself. I have no intention of marrying again,”

couldn’t shake off Jasper’s cutting words from her mind. With

won’t marry unless you

You’re my secretary, not joining a convent. I don’t want rumors suggesting people work

filled with bitterness. He knew he wasn’t worthy, but he was willing to protect

why did you choose to marry Jasper?” Sean asked. His eyes narrowed with curiosity and

whirlwind of emotions rushed through her. “It’s alright, Sean. I don’t mind sharing,” she

school mountain–climbing activity. My mother had left me a precious heirloom. It was a sapphire pendant, which I accidentally lost on the mountain. Despite the teacher’s warnings, I ventured into the dark, determined to find

a powerful typhoon. I was trapped deep in the mountains with no cellphone signal. It was a

break. He didn’t hesitate to lead a team

frozen, hidden behind a rock …”

attire. His handsome face was drenched from the rain, and his beautiful eyes shone brightly. He outshone

down the mountain!” Their first encounter was enchanted. It left a lasting impression on Alyssa’s heart that she couldn’t

he carried me all the way. He made sure I didn’t fall asleep. He kept telling me the lamest jokes. His sense of humor was dreadful.” Alyssa recalled with a peaceful expression. She

might be your name? Not telling? Well then, I’ll call you Little One.

am more developed

that, young