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.

responded, “Yes,

the consequences.

sounded choked

words. He tightly gripped the delicate hand of his beloved woman,

room, the two headed toward

few steps, Alyssa threw herself into Jasper’s arms. She rested her head on his shoulder

soon soaked with her tears. Feeling sorry for her, he

of

drop of her tears and spoil her

Winston?” Jasper kissed her behind her ear while using his

can I not be? No one knows how long it’ll take or if he’ll get better.” Alyssa brushed her crimson nose against his neck. Her warm breath caused his eyes to

get better.

corridor, the two embraced tightly, sharing

his arms. Her eyes were misty with

“Damn,” she thought.

knew exactly