Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

"Jimmy, I heard that Uncle Winston and his family have arrived. Go welcome them. We're the hosts—we can't neglect our friends," Victor deliberately urged Jameson to leave, raising his voice for the Becketts and the Harpers to hear.

Through his gesture, he indirectly hinted that, unlike the Taylors, the other two families weren't worthy of the Schmidts' respect.

Javier and Cornelius' expression crumbled at Victor's dismissive move. The air was tense with awkwardness.

"Will do, Dad." Jameson left the seating area while adjusting his glasses. His expression darkened—he just learned that Alyssa and Jameson had made their grand entrance, even embarrassing Zoe while they were at it.

Concerned that the two might publicly announce their relationship, he was determined to prevent any complications, especially at such a significant event.

Once in a quiet corner of the corridor, Jameson stood in the shadows and dialed Carl's number.

promptly, "Mr.

with the media?" Jameson

scripts are ready. Once we get your green light, national

smirked. "Release the news on the conflict between the Becketts and the Taylors and the possible partnership between the Taylors and the Schmidts.

concern, "Will do.

I don't make a move, it'll be too late. I can't watch as Alyssa falls into the hands of that awful jerk." Jameson curled his trembling fists as he was consumed by

to be one step ahead. Their relationship

time, Cornelius checked the time and frowned. "Is something wrong? Why isn't Landon here yet?

Dad," Penelope replied and picked up her