Can’t Win Me Back

Cornelius’ funeral was grandly organized with the assistance of both the Becketts and Taylors.

As the day came to a close, everyone from the Harper Group departed, leaving Landon alone, kneeling before his grandfather's photo for an extended period.

Alyssa returned home to keep Winston company while Jasper remained with his best friend until the end.

“Landon, you're exhausted. You should go home and get some rest," Jasper urged, attempting to help him up, but Landon’s resolve was unyielding; he couldn't even budge him.

“I can't rest. I need to arrange Angelina's funeral too," he responded almost mechanically.

Jasper's heart ached at the sight of Landon's exhaustion.

past few days, a reminder of a wound that would never heal in Landon's

you have me." Jasper's voice was

and peaceful life. I'm sure she'd want a funeral to reflect that, to quietly depart from this

into a life filled with violence. There was never a day

this, Landon. Angelina wouldn't want to see you suffer. You need to stay strong to protect the Harper Group and Lauren. That way, her sacrifice won't be

left only after

said, his voice regaining a semblance of control.

pale in the dim light, held a flicker of resolve. I want to gather some of Angeline's belongings, things

in understanding. Sage Manor had once been a haven for Landon, Lauren, and Angeline—a place filled with

eyes fixed on the road while Jasper sat in the back, lost in