Can’t Win Me Back

“If I can’t handle it, no one else in the world can,” Alyssa huffed confidently.

“Jonah and I can’t be by your side to protect you. Don’t act recklessly, okay?

Think about the consequences.

“When you encounter problems, don’t try to handle them all by yourself.

Communicate with us, or ask your man for advice. Let him take some hits for you.”

“Dad, Jasper is my love, not a human shield. What’s with this talk about taking hits?” Alyssa pouted with frustration.

However, Jasper remained unfazed. His eyes were filled with gentleness. “Don’t worry, Winston. Even if there’s a hail of bullets, I’ll stand in front of Lyse and ensure her safety.”

Alyssa’s eyes became teary, and she felt a warm sensation in her chest. She nestled into Jasper’s arms, feeling like a drifting boat had found a permanent harbor.

“Mr. Beckett.”

Suddenly, Winston addressed Jasper with such seriousness that his whole body tensed up.

quickly responded,

is still young. She’s impulsive and doesn’t think about the consequences. You’ll have

voice sounded choked

gripped the delicate

leaving Winston’s room, the two

herself into Jasper’s arms. She rested her head on his shoulder and

sorry for her, he hugged her tightly and

days, Alyssa would cry at the drop of a hat, but he never found it

he wanted to cherish every drop of her tears

behind her ear while using his charming voice to soothe

or if he’ll get better.” Alyssa brushed

get better. He

the dim corridor, the two embraced tightly, sharing

arms. Her eyes were misty with

“Damn,” she thought.

at kissing. He knew exactly how to tease her and arouse her