Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Chapter 37

“Give it up. It’s not going to happen,” Alyssa said firmly. “I won’t eat with you.”

Landon clucked his tongue. “Why so harsh? Remember how I helped you teach Dylan a lesson? Think of this meal as thanks for that. Can’t you do that?”

Alyssa smiled mockingly. “As far as I’m aware, Jasper’s the one who helped me out. It’s inappropriate for you to take credit for something your best bud did.”

“Have I done anything to offend you, Ms. White? Why can’t you give me a chance?” Landon looked her in the eye. “Is it because you already have Jonah? Does he have the guts to tell the world you’re his girlfriend? Because I do!”

“Mr. Harper, it doesn’t matter who came first or last when it comes to relationships. But having shame and morals does.” Alyssa’s simple sentence was enough to make Landon pale. “I may not have the best upbringing, but I do know what shame is.”

“When I married Jasper, my heart belonged to him and only him. Now that Jonah’s my boyfriend, he’s all I can see. I don’t mind if my relationship isn’t the best, but I hate it when people try to ruin it. I’d advise you to keep your nose out of my business, Mr. Harper. Please don’t disturb my life anymore.” Only the heavens knew how bitter Alyssa felt when she said this.

was trying hard to suppress her anger and heartache. His gaze deepened for a second. Alyssa breathed deeply and put her guard up

…

had he gotten there so quickly? Had he taken a

iciness. The restaurant’s A/C was turned up at full blast. But Jasper’s presence made it become an ice

burning gaze. She had to say that his eyes were beautiful and bright. Once upon a time, they’d bewitched her and put her under

looks. She’d been obsessed with the idea of melting a heart of stone. The

when he’d heard about Alice and Landon being together. Then, he’d sped over to the restaurant. Upon his

been the type to throw a tantrum, but Alice always made him lose control! He looked her in the eye. “What

“Work.” She turned away.

long as the divorce isn’t finalized. You’re still a member of the Beckett family.

one of Taylor Group’s hotels. What the hell were

The veins in