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."

arrogantly perked his eyebrow. "Babe, consider yourself a lucky

clenched her fists, eager

aback. In a state of shock, she retracted her fists. She couldn't fathom that he was Alyssa's brother—a Taylor, no less. The idea

Landon's gaze. His eyes held a glum

exuded

angry, and sad at the same time. She held

you." Jasper laughed dryly as both his

saying your face hit the ground when

brother saw you when you came to my house two days

"No. It really

be them! You were part of the Peacekeeping Forces previously and skilled in combat. It would be a tie if you fought against Axel. No one could ever beat you up to this extent. Unless you purposely stood there for them to beat you

eyes. She wanted to caress the bruises on his face but was afraid of

and 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,

as much as having you back with me." Jasper choked on his

she threw herself into his arms, hugging him tightly. "Jasper, I'm back. I never want to