Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Chapter 54

Alyssa wasn’t in the mood to go to the hotel. She decided to head home. Sean remained silent for a long time. Finally, he asked, “Ms. Alyssa, does Jasper still not know that you are the heiress of the Taylor family?”

“Yeah,” Alyssa replied softly, looking melancholic.

Sean understood. No wonder she asked for a stand–in when Jasper visited her last time.

“Sean, I didn’t mean to keep it from you …”

“I understand.” Sean interrupted.

Alyssa raised her brows in astonishment.

“Who wants to dredge up heartache? Naturally, I prefer to keep it locked away, never to be touched again. I was just concerned about you. I worried Mr. Taylor would feel heartbroken and upset if he ever found out,” Sean continued. His hands gripped the steering wheel tightly as his eyes glistened with moisture.

Alyssa was the center of the family’s universe, beloved by all. But to her dismay, she had been mistreated by that despicable scoundrel, Jasper. If Winston were to find out, he’d probably be so furious that he’d wield a fifty–meter–long sword in his rage.

“I guess keeping it a secret was just a momentary decision. Besides, after a failed marriage, I only want to focus on myself. I have no intention of marrying again,” Alyssa said as she closed her eyes.

couldn’t shake off Jasper’s cutting words from her mind. With a wistful smile, she uttered, “It’s

“I won’t marry

not joining a convent. I don’t want rumors

bitterness. He knew he wasn’t worthy, but he was willing

His eyes narrowed

through her. “It’s alright, Sean. I don’t mind sharing,”

was eleven, I participated in a school mountain–climbing activity. My mother had left me a precious heirloom. It was a sapphire pendant, which

get lost, but I also encountered a powerful typhoon. I was trapped deep in the mountains with no cellphone signal.

was a forest ranger in the national park for the summer break. He didn’t hesitate to lead a team

me, nearly frozen, hidden behind a rock

“I opened my eyes and saw Jasper in his mountaineering attire. His handsome face was drenched from the rain, and his beautiful eyes shone brightly. He outshone the vast expanse of stars, and I can’t even begin to describe how charming he

worry. I’ll carry you down the mountain!” Their first encounter was enchanted. It left a lasting impression on Alyssa’s heart that she couldn’t shake off.

He made sure I didn’t fall asleep. He kept telling me the lamest jokes. His sense of humor was dreadful.” Alyssa recalled with a peaceful expression.

what might be your name? Not telling? Well then, I’ll call you Little One. Little person,

not little! I am

that, young lady. Don’t go sharing it with

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some scoundrels might try to take advantage of you,