Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

No one knew that Landon, in private, was akin to Lauren's maid, who'd do anything just for her.

"Pfft, you're just talking tough." Jasper was unbothered by all the teasing.

"Hey, how about adding some excitement to Lyse's night?" Landon nudged Jasper playfully, squinting. "Wear nothing under your apron. See how she reacts. I bet she'd willingly surrender to your six-pack."

Jasper blushed and grumbled, "Get lost!"

Guests chatted cheerfully in the living room. Blushing, Lauren handed a bunch of lilies to Tatiana with the enthusiasm and agitation of a top fan. "You and Alyssa are my idols... I want to be as brave as you in the future!"

"No, better not!" Alyssa and Tatiana said in unison.

explained, "Lauren, I'm glad you admire me,

Lyse, Jasper, and Landon. We'd rather you never have to summon

Lauren scratched her head puzzledly, making Tatiana melt from her cuteness. Despite being similar in age

cupped Lauren's face and planted a loud kiss

She had only been kissed by Landon so far, but a kiss by the same sex

even though it was a

now. Since everyone's here, let's dig in. Try out Jasper's cooking," announced Alyssa, arm-inarm with Jasper and resting her head

cook! How amazing. Lyse, you're lucky

too. "Jasper, you're amazing! You're the

again, Sean and Landon fell into silence as they seriously entertained the idea of learning

out from dinner now? Fine. Looks like you no longer care about your