Can’t Win Me Back

Jameson had witnessed brutal fights and seen the darkest aspects of humanity right here in Kontina.

Without these experiences, he might never have realized that the country's picturesque landscapes masked the dangers of a ruthless, dog-eat-dog world.

Had things been different, he might have considered this place his true home, where he could have run a regular business and lived peacefully with his mother, Lily.

Today was a rainy day.

Holding a black umbrella, Jameson arrived alone at Rose Nursing Home to visit Lily.

Across Kontina, every place he had invested in or had financial influence bore the name "rose".

It was his way of reassuring himself and keeping the memory of his distant love alive.

"How are you feeling today, Mom?" Lily sat under the awning, staring blankly at the falling rain.

Jameson gently held her hand as he sat beside her.

Her hands were just skin and bones, devoid of vitality.

With her mouth slightly agape, Lily's expression appeared blank.

She didn't seem to have heard what Jameson said.

"I'm Jimmy, Mom.

you still recognize me?" Jameson reminded her of who he was

"J-J-Jimmy...

There were brief moments each day when Lily seemed

where's Lyse? It's been a while since she came over

You two mustn't

and it wasn't easy

need to

are aman, so you should always compromise

time!" "Soon, Lyse will no longer be

in her voice, Lily asked, "Why is that?" "She will soon become your daughter-in-law."

to marry me." "Really? Lyse is going to be my daughter-in-law?" Lily was moved

"That's great...

wonderful! I have a pair of

father gave them to

bear to wear

Bring them here.

give them

mother-in-law, it's embarrassing that I don't have much

generous

"You should give them to her personally when she comes." Jameson's eyes reflected a

her come meet you soon enough." After lunch with Lily, the gloomy skies