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.

words from her mind. With a wistful smile, she

“I won’t marry

no, no. You should. You’re my secretary, not joining a convent. I don’t want rumors suggesting people work for me out of virtuous devotion.

a sheepish smile. His heart filled with bitterness. He knew he wasn’t worthy, but he was willing to protect

why did you choose to marry Jasper?” Sean asked. His eyes narrowed with curiosity and a hint of melancholy. “I’m sorry, I

whirlwind of emotions rushed through her. “It’s alright, Sean. I don’t mind

had left me a precious heirloom. It was a sapphire pendant, which I accidentally lost on the mountain. Despite the

but I also encountered a powerful typhoon. I was trapped deep in

to lead a team when he heard about my predicament. He braved the extreme weather to search for me

me, nearly frozen, hidden behind a rock …” Alyssa’s voice was gentle and captivating as she

his beautiful eyes shone brightly. He outshone the vast expanse of stars, and I can’t

you down the mountain!” Their first encounter was enchanted. It left a lasting

asleep. He kept telling me the lamest jokes. His sense of humor was dreadful.” Alyssa recalled with a peaceful

then, I’ll call you Little One. Little person, little

am not little! I am more

tell me that, young lady. Don’t

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