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.

it a secret was just a momentary decision. Besides, after a failed marriage, I only want to focus on myself. I have no intention of marrying again,” Alyssa said as she closed

from her

“I won’t marry unless you

convent. I don’t want rumors suggesting people work for me out of virtuous devotion. That would tarnish my

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

why did you choose to marry Jasper?” Sean asked. His eyes narrowed with curiosity and a hint of melancholy. “I’m sorry, I shouldn’t

through her. “It’s alright,

in a 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

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

He didn’t hesitate to lead a team when he heard about my

frozen, hidden behind a

was drenched from the rain, and his beautiful

mountain!” Their first encounter was enchanted. It left a lasting impression on Alyssa’s heart

sure I didn’t fall asleep. He kept

lady, what might be your name? Not telling? Well then, I’ll call you

am

to tell me that, young lady. Don’t