Can’t Win Me Back

Alyssa wasted no time, hurrying to the hospital with Sean by her side.

As they drove, Sean noticed Alyssa's distressed look and felt a pang of deep concern.

Ms. Alyssa, you should really get some rest first.

You're still weak, and pushing yourself like this isn't good for you!" Since returning, Sean had dropped the formal address, speaking more casually when he was anxious.

"I'm fine.

I'm just worried about Grandpa Newton..." Alyssa closed her tear-filled eyes.

Her heart was aching with sorrow.

Newton's illness was a consequence of his heartache over his grandson Jasper, who lay unconscious from his injuries, and Alyssa, who had been like a granddaughter to Newton, was the one responsible for the situation.

When Alyssa arrived at the hospital, her suit was drenched in a cold sweat, and her legs felt like they were walking on clouds.

Ben was already waiting outside the door to the hospital ward.

"I'm sorry for being late, Mr.

Gorham," Alyssa choked as tears welled up in her eyes.

"All's good as long as you're able to come.

This way." Ben made way for Alyssa.

However, despite usually being fearless and straightforward, she was now standing outside the door in hesitation.

She didn't have the guts to enter.

was too ashamed

the younger

are the one

loves the most." Ben could tell what was

said,

Alyssa.

Mr.

waiting for you." When Alyssa stepped into the hospital ward, she saw Newton propped weakly against the

He was half-asleep.

Newton..." Alyssa murmured, approaching his bedside with

opened his tired eyes, and a look of joy came

much effort, he reached out his chapped hands

here?

the kindest one." Initially, Alyssa thought that she had good control

to her expectations, a casual greeting from Newton made

child who felt guilty, she stood by Newton's bed and cried her eyes

"Grandpa Newton...

I'm sorry...

all my

to get hurt..." "Oh,

I just knew...

definitely say such things when you came." Newton held

see how much

never blamed

must remember that no matter what happens, you will always be the

was afraid that you'd let your mind wander and blame

Alyssa's tear-streaked face