Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Chapter 55

Jasper recalled the disappointment and resentment in Alice’s eyes as if they were sworn enemies. He suddenly felt empty inside, like he had lost someone important.

Rosie followed Jasper into the study looking upset, not long after.

“Mr. Jasper, Ms. Gardner is here. You should go greet her.”

“I’m not going.”

His answer took Rosie aback. Had he finally grown a backbone? It was so inspiring to see a fool turn over a new leaf.

“I know why she’s here.” Jasper slumped down on the chair. He stared ahead blankly and continued, “Tell her that she shouldn’t even bother if it’s about Dylan. The Gardner family must be in a mess right now. She should go back and spend more time with her parents. I’ll meet her in a few days after things have settled down.”

“What if she insists on staying?” Rosie asked.

“Then, let her be.” Jasper sighed deeply and rubbed his forehead. He kept thinking of the phrase “Good for nothing.” He was infuriated by Alice’s description of him as such. She had never relied on him. How would she know if he was useless?

giving him a thumbs up as she left

It seemed that Mrs. Rosie genuinely

the villa, looked at Liana coldly, and said, “Mr. Jasper said he would not get involved in your family’s affairs.

about to barge in. But she was no match for Rosie, who was quite

so rude to me? I’ll tell Jasper you

Jasper married you. Even if they’re separated now, I’ll only recognize Ms. Alice as the rightful lady

turned red

you can go ahead. I’ll even thank

a

look on Liana’s face. It was

just turn a blind eye!” Liana ignored Rosie. She’d rather sit on the

out of movie screens, the ex–girlfriend kneeling outside the door, pleading for another chance. After some time

You have to help me!

yelling! They are having dinner with Mr. Beckett Senior. They won’t be back in a

wait here until Jasper

will rain soon. I have to bring in the clothes. You