Can’t Win Me Back

hapter 657

The birthday party was about to start. Alyssa smiled. She felt glad to see Winston and Newton engaged in

an animated conversation at the front.

“Oh, is this real? That’s Newton Beckett!” a guest exclaimed.

“Hey, you’re right! He looks great for his age.”

“Newton is quite close to Mr. Taylor. It’s uncommon to see such good friendships these days. One might

mistake Mr. Taylor for Mr. Beckett’s son!”

“I heard that Javier Beckett’s wife is hosting her birthday celebration at Berenike Hotel tonight. It’s quite intriguing to see Mr. Beckett attending Lyla Nelson’s birthday party instead of attending his own family

event.”

The guests shared hushed chuckles and snorts.

“Mr. Beckett obviously doesn’t approve of his daughter-in-law, Sophia Kirkman. She’s been embroiled in bribery and counterfeit scandals for the past six months. Besides, her niece cheated on Jasper Beckett.

Mr. Beckett dislikes

a great couple. I read about the auction,

her. Do you think they might

overheard this conversation, and

doubt it.”

“Why is that?”

between Jasper Beckett and his ex, Liana Gardner. They were a laughingstock. I can’t see someone as dignified as Alyssa Taylor settling

remark,

that the past could resurface unexpectedly, like opening a can of worms. Even if you try

not to be affected by it.

has plenty

problematic guy.”

in agreement. Yup,

her thoughts with a

up to find him standing beside her, gazing down at

She hurriedly looked away and bit her lower lip angrily. She had

beside her and remarked, “Well, they had it mostly right, except for one thing. Yes, I

past, but you’re part of that past

proud of?” she retorted, crossing her arms and