Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Chapter 353

Ada was left stunned. She was rendered speechless by a mixture of gratitude and awe.

For years, she had relentlessly pursued a piece of jewelry from Alexa, but her efforts had always come to

naught.

It was no surprise that she now felt an overwhelming sense of joy as Alyssa presented her with this

exquisite gift.

“N-no, no, I cannot accept this, Ms. Alyssa. It is far too precious of a gift,” Ada politely declined. She had

to keep her appearances up, after all.

“This brooch has been my solace during the darkest times of my life, soothing my wounded soul. I’ve since learned my lesson,” Alyssa said. “That’s why I want you to have this brooch as a blessing from me, in hopes that your endeavors come to fruition no matter what.”

Jasper winced, as if a bullet had pierced his heart. A shiver ran down his spine at Alyssa’s confession.

“Oh! Well then… I graciously accept your gift. Thank you, truly!” Ada carefully cradled the brooch in her

hands, her smile stretching wide.

Her image as a stoic, queenly actress was changed in that split second.

It’s just a stupid brooch. We could easily bestow upon her hundreds, if not more! Hurry and come up with

make her leave, Mom!”

bother?” Sophia sneered. “Alyssa jinxes everything she touches. I won’t waste my

someone else can do it on

grumbled internally, still upset.

the past, Alyssa had been haunted by the fear that Jasper might not approve of

constant state

their divorce, it appeared that their dynamics had shifted. Had Alyssa displayed this

self-assuredness during their marriage, Liana might never have stood a chance!

exclaimed, marching up to her with an

Of all the

to crash the party tonight! Do you have

grew dark.

of disrespect?” Alyssa playfully chided. “You’ve underestimated Mr. Jasper’s prowess, miss.

hasn’t uttered a single word of complaint since my arrival, and he’s right here by my Aren’t you the one being a

verge of exploding with anger, but

side.

told Ada, “I understand that I might not be the most welcomed presence here tonight, given

the evening, I’ll take my leave. May you all

evening.”

to leave, but Ada quickly cried, “One moment, Ms. Alyssa.”

Alyssa. “I’d like to discuss Alexa’s jewelry further with you, miss. Is now