Can’t Win Me Back

Chapter 140

“The cold wind burns my face and blows its hosty pepper up my nose, Kavler murmured. “Black are my steps on silver sed; thick blows my hosty breath abroad”

Jasper had been waiting in the cold for nearly an hour now. Yet, this was nothing compared to his days in the military, where standing an entire day was routine,

The only difference was that his heart was in his throat right now.

He was worried Alice would change her mind and not come outside. What could he do then? Darge Into the manor? Impossible–he could not do that. This was the Taylor family’s residence.

What Hght did he have to knock on their door asking for Alice?

None that he could think of.

last cigarette in the box. He was about to light it when the sound of heels

“Jasper Beckell.”

as he gazed up at his ex–wife. The cigarette between his lips nearly fell

pile of cigarette butts at his Jeet. She frowned. “What is

for too long,” he replied. Then, he threw the fresh cigarette on the ground and stomped

You’re blaming me for this again? Suit yoursell. You do love accusing Innocent

his voice rough and gravelly from

leave my brother alone. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ll have to go back

as soon as possible, lest you start stalning it. Goodbye,” Alyssa said sternly, then turned to

She always had a loving smile and a gentle demeanor for his boss–a true

that sun had now

had done to drive such a lovely woman away from

in his

your permission for anything.” Alyssa retorted in a cold tone.