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.

don’t have to explain every minor detail of your event to

Javier’s assurance, Orlander and Minnie felt fearful. Anyone could tell

same time, the guests started

Who’s that young man standing beside

would have offered him my daughter’s

he rarely shows up in the public eye. He’s Mandy Lovelace’s only living son after Damien Taylor lost his life in a plane crash. I bet she would be very discerning when it comes to his marriage because she dotes

The guests

background made him appear

really the thief of joy. I thought Freddy Hodgson was great

are a family of local politicians. They

smile froze when he overheard parts of the gossip. He silently