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.

only want to

shake off Jasper’s cutting words from her mind. With a wistful smile, she uttered, “It’s

firmly, “I won’t marry unless

You’re my secretary, not joining a convent. I don’t

His heart filled with bitterness. He knew he wasn’t

narrowed with curiosity and a hint of melancholy. “I’m sorry, I

turned sorrowful. A whirlwind of emotions rushed through her. “It’s alright, Sean. I don’t mind

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

trapped deep in the mountains with no cellphone signal. It was a harrowing experience, and I almost faced

forest ranger in the national park for the summer break. He didn’t hesitate to lead a

the end, he found me, nearly frozen, hidden behind a rock …” Alyssa’s voice was gentle and captivating as she

drenched from the rain, and his beautiful eyes

Don’t worry. I’ll carry you down the mountain!” Their first encounter was enchanted.

the way. He made sure I didn’t fall asleep. He kept telling me the lamest jokes. His sense of humor was dreadful.” Alyssa

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

little! I am more

me that, young lady. Don’t go sharing it