Can’t Win Me Back

“Cyrus…” Lauren stared at Cyrus. His surprise appearance instantly soothed her nervousness.

The woman who showed up with Cyrus was no stranger to Lauren—she was Cyrus’ mom, Mandy Lovelace.

The next moment, Lauren’s heart leaped into her throat. Orlander was a diplomatic and shrewd politician, according to Sophia’s description of him.

Orlander wouldn’t have invited the Taylors if he had already invited the Becketts, as he was smart enough not to make the two archenemies meet.

As expected, the Hodgsons looked shocked. Javier’s expression clouded as well.

Orlander explained in awkwardness, “Mr. Javier, this is certainly surprising. We did not invite the Taylors. What do you—”

Javier waved at Orlander with a faint smile. “It’s fine. You’re the host, anyway.

explain every minor detail of your

assurance, Orlander and Minnie felt fearful. Anyone could tell

time, the guests started

standing beside

young man. I would have offered him my daughter’s hand

Cyrus Taylor, but he rarely shows up in the public eye. He’s Mandy Lovelace’s only living son after Damien Taylor lost his life in

Taylor?” The guests

background made him appear more attractive

of joy. I thought Freddy Hodgson was great

are a family of local politicians. They are no match for the family of a business

overheard parts of the gossip. He silently clenched