Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

"I-I'm sorry..." Maggie's face was as red as a tomato.

"Ms. Madison," Xavier's breath sank as he spoke softly, just enough for her to hear, "you look beautiful today."

Maggie's face burned with embarrassment. Panicking, she hastily withdrew herself from his arms.

Jasper struggled to contain the overwhelming emotions within him. He hugged Alyssa tightly and whispered, "Thank you for doing this, Lyse."

Alyssa leaned into Jasper's arms with a smile, reveling in her luck to have found Jasper as her other half. "It's no big deal. I just asked everyone to come over for a meal.

"Oh, yeah. Lauren caught a chill from leaving the window open while she slept the past two days. Landon is home caring for her. They won't be coming. He asked me to tell you to enjoy your meal and eat their share."

"Okay." Jasper looked down at her face, his heart beating wildly as his eyes turned misty.

"Thank you, Madam Alyssa."

see Maggie. He was so touched that he

is my lifesaver. I've been wanting to treat her to a meal but have yet to find

turned to look at Maggie warmly.

to be here. enjoying a meal!"

have dreamt of attending Alyssa's gathering at her home. Wearing such a beautiful dress and surrounded by such an astounding

Tatiana waved

long time, said as she sipped her tea, "You're late, Mr. Jasper. I think you

winning back Alyssa's heart after all that transpired, Rose couldn't resist teasing

Jasper said, "Okay."

few drinks aren't enough. Jasper, don't be so conservative. Let's do a few rounds."

aback when Jasper agreed effortlessly. "Sure, let's do it. We won't stop

He yelled at everyone at the top of his