Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Chapter 696

Finally, Landon found Lauren in the playground, sitting alone on the children’s swing.

“Lauren…

Lauren’s hair and her red cloak were coated in a layer of snow, making her look like a snowman,

Silly girl. How long has she been sitting out here in the cold?

Heart aching at the sight, Landon slowly walked up to her. “There you are, Lauren.”

He knelt down on one knee before her, sweaty palms holding onto her cold hands that were locked

around her teddy bear.

“How … how did you find me?” Lauren asked, blinking in surprise.

“Our hearts are connected, Lauren. I would be able to find you no matter where you go,” Landon croaked

out lightly.

He caressed her flushed cheeks as the pain in his chest swelled. “You’re never running away from me

again, Lauren.”

Lauren’s eyes grew downcast as she went silent.

so cold out here. Why don’t you

live with Grandpa, Landon.” Lauren

called Grandpa’s assistant, Mr. Gorham, earlier. He said he’ll send someone to

me anymore?” Landon asked

to make things hard for you. I don’t want

your mom.

anymore. She’s your

was tender as he brushed off the

shoulders.

with his hand, knowing his cool palm would

Mr. Gorham will be here to pick me up soon,” Lauren ushered

even as her own heart hurt

Landon swallowed nervously, his eyes brimming with

love

Love.

Love?

in surprise. She looked up at Landon, her lips parting as if to speak yet

them for several long

ached

thinking? What happened to it being enough that

was no ordinary girl. He

Lauren called

her hands, placing