Can’t Win Me Back

A mysterious manor sat at the top of a mountain in Kontina.

The green scenery around it was enchanting.

In a dimly lit bedroom, a calm and soothing incense burned quietly in an antique burner.

White smoke drifted through the air, dispelling all traces of unease, restlessness, and noise from the room.

Alyssa lay still on the soft, spacious bed, a peaceful expression on her face as she slept.

She was still dressed in her pure and elegant wedding gown, looking so delicate and ethereal that she seemed untouchable—more enchanting than even Sleeping Beauty herself.

In the shadows, a tall man sat in a wheelchair, his back to the light, silently watching Alyssa.

"Sir, I've examined her thoroughly and confirmed that she has no external injuries," Sheryl reported.

Despite her limited surgical training, she had the skill to conduct basic examinations.

"Her blood test is also complete.

There are traces of tranquilizers and sedatives, but nothing harmful to her health." A hint of sarcasm crept into her voice as she smiled.

"] knew it— Jameson cares too much about her to resort to poison." "Caution is never a bad thing," Justin replied, his voice warm and melodic like the sound of bells.

His face held a charming yet thoughtful expression.

"It seems Ms.

Alyssa has endured a lot on Rose Island lately.

"The last time I saw her, she was vibrant and full of life, thanks to my younger brother's care.

Now, she appears much thinner.

But even that cannot take away her breathtaking beauty." "Sir, I've been with you for a long time, and it's rare to hear you speak so highly of anyone," Sheryl remarked, her eyes twitching as she fought to conceal her jealousy.

"You truly care about Ms.

Aslight smile came across Justin's

being jealous?"

jealous, or that you don't dare to be?"

do I dare to be." "Sheryl, you're not lacking compared to anyone

it's that you lack

not calculating or composed enough." Justin looked askance at her with a slight smirk

be tempted or moved, and never look back." Clenching her teeth, Sheryl echoed

had

me, even when I'm dead." "You don't need to invest emotions when

only get in the way." Justin's smile was cold,

is your unwavering loyalty.” After that, he had Sheryl summon Remy, who

"Well done.

mission perfectly," Justin said with a warm smile, acknowledging Remy's

remained as cold as ever, devoid

deeply and

but steal a glance

of the shadows,

down at Alyssa's serene face, his voice steady as he asked, "How was Jasper when

gave Jasper the three pills you provided," Remy

them right in front of Jameson." "What?" Sheryl's eyes widened in shock, turning immediately to

Justin's face, however,

couldn't tell what

moment, a relaxed smile spread

"I guessed as much.

is deeply in

to." Right at this moment, Remy asked out of the blue, "Sir, what would happen to Jasper now that he's taken those pills?" His voice

was taken aback

knowing Remy after Justin had tamed him, she had never heard him express concern or ask questions—he had become

were anyone else, I could answer that

But with my brother...

not sure." Justin fixed his eyes on Remy's

He smiled brightly.

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