Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Landon's hair stood on end at Axel's arrival.

He was known to be a living Hades. Landon thought he was a goner to encounter Axel. Plus, he was Alyssa's brother, so he didn't dare make a move.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Harper..." Angelina heaved a heavy sigh as she looked at Landon, her eyes filled with selfblame.

Landon swallowed hard and said anxiously, "Stop it! For someone of your status, you shouldn't lay your hands on a woman. It's distasteful."

"So, I'm supposed to stand here and let this woman beat me up, huh?"

Axel yawned lazily, "Am I that dumb?"

One sentence from Axel sent Landon off the roof.

He understood Angelina's nature and her skill level. Once she chose to follow him, her loyalty was unwavering. She would fight with all her might if anyone dared to offend Landon.

"But, you're right. I won't lay my hands on a woman."

He arrogantly perked his eyebrow. "Babe, consider yourself a lucky woman. Otherwise, I

Her eyes gleamed with fury as she clenched her fists, eager for a fight. However, Landon shouted for her to stop. "Angelina, watch yourself. He is

her fists. She couldn't fathom that he was Alyssa's brother—a Taylor, no less. The idea that such an unruly man could be part

Angelina, who was dumbfounded. Then, he turned to meet Landon's

room exuded

face. She was shocked, angry, and sad at the

while looking for you." Jasper laughed dryly as both his hands caressed her back

You're saying your face hit the ground when you fell. Are

when you

"No. It really wasn't

be a tie if you fought against Axel. No one could ever beat you up

to caress the bruises on his face but was afraid of hurting him.

affectionate. He wasn't bothered by this at

for him, he found himself engulfed in conflicting emotions— blessed, saddened, and filled with hate. His eyes gradually reddened, and in a sudden move, he tightly grabbed her hand, unwilling to

having you back with me." Jasper choked on

herself into his arms, hugging him tightly. "Jasper,