Can’t Win Me Back

“You don’t agree?” Javier’s expression darkened coldly. His menacing glare was devoid of any warmth or affection a father would have for his son. “Jasper, I am not dead yet, but are you already thinking of taking over my duties?

“If I didn’t give you the chance, would you even be able to become the president of Beckett Group? It seems like you’ve become arrogant. Do you really think that you achieved everything by your own merit?”

Facing his father’s insults, Jasper was more worried for Lauren than angry at his father.

If Lauren really married into the Hodgson family, he couldn’t imagine what kind of crazy things Landon would do after he found out.

Perhaps he would spiral into depression. Perhaps he would be so crushed that he would never recover from his heartbreak.

Lauren was not strong and brave like Alyssa, who would stand up for herself.

She was the most obedient child among the siblings. She was gentle and weak, accepting whatever obstacles life threw at her without protest.

Besides, she was the one who initiated the breakup.

“Your brother is just ill; he’s not dead yet. Don’t think that just because you’re the president and Newton favors you, you can do whatever you want without a care in the world! You insolent brat, how dare you defy your own father and rebel against my decisions again and again!”

Javier’s thinly veiled threats continued, “A few days ago, I went to Mosgravia to visit Justin. He looks much better than before.”

Jasper’s eyes narrowed as a glint appeared in his dark gaze.

“Justin told me that when he gets better, he’ll return and reunite with our family again.”

just been away for too long and has become distant from us, which is why you had the chance to

that time, who knows

of the night, Xavier brought his investigations on

slender, calloused fingers held a cigarette while he studied the documents intently.

ashtray was almost full, Xavier couldn’t help

know you’re feeling upset, but to smoke so much like this… it might

eyes. “Are you a

cough. “No, no, I’m

of smoke; you know this as well. I was just worried

I’ll be at Seaview Manor accompanying

image of Alyssa with her hands on her hips, pouting and nagging him made his heart

wished he could pull her into his arms

in a terrible mood. If it weren’t

of concern, “What’s going

documents. Send them to Mr. Harper later.” Jasper’s

Jasper wasn’t willing to share,

others for the time being. Focus on your investigations

Xavier asked, “The Hodgsons?”

his eyes.

widened. “The

Orlander, then his wife and his son Freddy. Investigate as much as you can, gather every piece of