Can’t Win Me Back

On their way to their destination, Alyssa stared out the window. She didn’t glance at Jasper.

Obviously, she was being hostile to him.

Jasper kept glancing at Alyssa from time to time. There were times when he wanted to ask her a

question, but he found it difficult to speak up.

Newton’s villa was located in Crescent Bay in Solana City. Stretches of mountains surrounded the area, making it tranquil and scenic. The neighborhood was like a paradise hidden from the rest of

the city.

“Grandpa, I’m here to visit you!”

Alyssa smiled brightly the moment she stepped into the villa. Her clear voice was akin to a nightingale’s sweet call.

Truthfully speaking, she was a little worried because of what happened to the bracelet. She had to spend a long time mustering her courage. Then, she finally walked through the front door.

“You’re here, Alice! I missed you so much!” Newton exclaimed from his wheelchair. Ben was wheeling him out.

The old man perked up instantly when he finally saw his granddaughter–in–law. The delight on

his face was undeniable.

“Where did you go, Alice? Are you planning to abandon me? Do you not love me anymore?”

Newton clutched Alyssa’s hand tightly while flooding her with questions.

just scowled in

if his grandfather was a flirt at heart. Newton was almost 80, yet

on Alice.

been busy with work lately. I was out on a business trip. That was why I didn’t call you on the phone. It’s my fault for neglecting you. You can scold me

crouched down in front of Newton.

you, my dear Alice! I’m so happy that I get to

glare at Jasper. He added, “If it weren’t for a certain ingrate who’s a bad judge of character, you could’ve visited me every day. I wouldn’t have to go through so much trouble just

see you again.”

For a moment, she

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immediately. He knew that he shouldn’t have gone

place. Getting insulted by his

want to

see it.” Newton took Alyssa’s hand and led her to his

want me to appraise the painting for

She had light dimples decorating her cheeks

You saw

to hear the newfound

Alyssa’s husband for three years. Yet he had no idea she was such a sassy woman skilled at racing, painting, and sewing. Now, he found out that she was also good at

person be equipped with so many talents? Jasper

was that skilled.

wanted to see her

study. He carefully placed the painting on the mahogany desk so

you help

“Of course, Grandpa.”