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 come home

Landon.” Lauren slowly inched her

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

want me anymore?” Landon asked

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

with your mom.

your

listen to you.” Landon’s gaze was tender as he brushed off the

shoulders.

his cool palm would

Mr. Gorham will

own heart hurt

Landon swallowed nervously, his eyes brimming with tears.

love

Love.

Love?

Landon, her lips parting

for several long seconds.

heart ached

What happened to it being enough that only he loved

ordinary girl. He couldn’t do this to her.

Lauren called softly.

hands, placing