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?

a thumbs up as she left

Rosie genuinely disliked

“Mr. Jasper said he would not get involved in your family’s affairs. You can go

match for Rosie, who was quite well–built. Rosie merely stepped

be so rude to me? I’ll tell Jasper you bullied me and get him to fire you!” Liana

even if Mr. Jasper married you. Even if they’re separated now,

face turned red with

Mr. Jasper, you can go ahead. I’ll even thank you

a good reason

seen the vicious look on Liana’s face. It was not the sweet and harmless Liana he

have to help me! You can’t just turn a blind eye!” Liana ignored Rosie. She’d

like something out of movie screens, the ex–girlfriend kneeling outside the door, pleading for another chance. After some time without any response, Liana began crying

to help

dinner with Mr. Beckett Senior. They won’t be back

I’ll wait here until

at the cloudy sky and said, “It will rain soon. I have to bring in the clothes. You can