Can’t Win Me Back

Chapter 308

“Grandpa, how are you feeling these days? Let me know if something doesn’t feel right.”

Jasper knelt on one knee by Newton’s wheelchair and glanced up at his grandfather. His eyes were clear, bright, and reminiscent of his teenage years.

He further suggested, “Why don’t you move back to Seaview Manor? That way, Mrs. Rosie and I can better look after you.”

“Why would I? Your dad and his wretched wife will only shave years off my life!”

The thought of Sophia gave Newton a headache. He let out an exasperated sigh. “I have sworn not to move back until Javier divorces that woman. I’m fine here. The secret to longevity is to keep them out of sight anyway!”

Jasper flashed a bitter smile. He felt helpless in front of his stubborn grandfather.

“This villa was home to Mr. Newton and Madam Doris. He’s unwilling to leave because it feels and reminds him of Madam Doris,” the thoughtful Ben explained with a smile.

“Ben, I am increasingly senile, I think. Sometimes, I am delusional.”

Newton turned around and stared at the backyard in a daze. “I once saw Doris singing and tending to the

smiled at me

not senile. Madam Doris must have sensed

reluctant to leave and chooses to stay by your side,” Ben comforted the old man.

felt a lump in his throat and hung his head with guilt. Newton and Doris had a loving marriage,

loyal relationship. Hence, he had an

warning signs early in their relationship. They were incompatible and

time, he

for. In the

foolish I’ve been.”

lashes fluttered as he spoke in a shaking

for his prideful grandson, now riddled with shame and guilt. He sighed and patted Jasper on the shoulder. “Jasper, you were just like me when

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luckier than you in that I fell in love with the right woman. Anyway, I’m glad you have changed your ways.”

“Grandpa, I …”

you to marry Alice. Nothing good comes from force. From now on, you and Alice should

must have put Alice in a tough place, forcing her to be with a man who doesn’t love her