Can’t Win Me Back

Javier continued, “Betty is indeed at fault in this matter, but isn’t the main responsibility on the Harpers?”

He was quite good at sophistry as he attempted to regain control of the narrative. “Who knows, maybe it was Zoe who instigated, tempted, or even threatened Betty into doing what she did.

“Even if not, ultimately, it was the Harpers who publicized Lauren’s condition!

Jasper, instead of confronting the Harpers, are you now turning against your own family? How can you do this?”

Betty immediately began to weep, mimicking the pitiful demeanor of her late mother.

“In any case, sending her abroad should settle this matter. I don’t want any more turmoil in the family.” Javier’s tone was resolute, leaving no room for disagreement.

Jasper’s eyes darkened, and he gritted his teeth to suppress his anger.

confrontation would only

words, Jasper strode over to Betty and actually extended his arms to

Looking at him in

her, as soon as she steadied herself, she heard a rush of

a word, Jasper raised his robust arm and delivered a resounding slap to Betty’s already swollen

the blow. The pain left

her mouth, and there was a ringing in her

He had a military background. His strength was formidable, enough to disorient even a grown

outside were all

Jasper was. He had to get Betty’s face in the right position before slapping