Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Steven asserted, "Mom, I've made my decision. You don't need to persuade me otherwise."

Then, Steven's burdened gaze fell on Spencer's haggard face once again.

Suddenly, he distanced himself from the man who had raised them. "Dad, I've never asked for anything growing up. But, I'm asking you today to think of our 30-year relationship and agree to this. I will only ask this once.

"I hope you won't make things difficult for Ms. Tatiana and won't prevent Sean from being together with her. They really love each other. If Sean loses Ms. Tatiana, I'm certain he wouldn't find anyone as great as her in this lifetime."

Sean and Tatiana stood before Spencer with laced fingers. They exchanged glances, and it was obvious that their love was as deep as the ocean.

What Steven said terrified Sinead. She could only wail.

An inexplicable look appeared in Spencer's eyes. He asked hoarsely, "Steven, are you using your resignation to threaten me?"

"If you think that way, so be it," Steven laughed dryly.

ward before a subsequent

to the door,

Sean lowered his gaze and saw the badges on their chest. They

"Is Simon Lynch here?"

at the stern

eyes turned grim as he stepped aside to make

prosecutors walked in grimly. They were slightly startled to see Spencer and acknowledged him

Spencer's illustrious career. He was a respected elder, and as such, they accorded him the respect he

us." They were polite for

the severity of the situation

Each step felt like sinking into

supported him, escorting him out of

knitted together. The shock felt like a slap, and

elaboration or explanation from Simon was