Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Zoe's forehead was dotted with sweat. She clutched tightly onto the bedsheet.

She had always taken Landon as a man of courage but lacking in wits. No matter what she had done, all it took was some sweet talking and begging to make him turn a blind eye to her mistakes.

Now, it seemed that she had been gravely mistaken all the while. Landon had wittily exposed her and Preston. The reason he had fallen for her lies in the past was due to his unconditional trust in her.

They were no longer siblings at this point; just enemies, and Landon was a formidable one at that. No wonder the sly Preston had battled Landon for years to no avail!

Preston remained glowering at Landon, who had no patience for him. Landon shoved past Preston and stood in front of Zoe. "Zoe Harper, my advice for you is to lay low and don't try anything funny."

Landon's murderous squint gave Zoe goosebumps. He added, "If you harass Lyse, Jasper, and Lauren again, not even Grandpa could protect you from the consequences. I, will, hurt, you."

His words were laced with resentment and threat.

Eyes wavering, Zoe looked into Landon's impassive eyes as she dealt with the anger, discontentment, and disappointment.

once called her name with a doting smile. He loved holding her hand and was so proud of having a talented sister.

had always assumed that Landon belonged to her and only her. How did he end up pouring all his care and affection onto

recalled

could not even compare to Alyssa, who was divorced and

for what unfolds. Things happen all

hurt upon seeing her son threatening her daughter. Their once-happy family was now filled with hatred. However, she did not know how best

leaving, Landon suddenly remarked with passion and hope in his eyes, "Mom, Lauren, and I will get

Solana City's marriage custom, you should pick one item from the dowry given to you by Grandpa. As Lauren's future mother-in-law, you will hand the item to her in

sank into silence. She was obviously

that's fine. I totally understand. That's why I'm only here to bring up this matter." Landon flashed Penelope a careless smile and glanced

Lauren an item from your dowry,

of a few pieces of collector items before Dad's passing, I'll pick the best piece of jewelry for Lauren and tell her it's from you. I believe you won't have an issue with this. It's all for the

Landon's words. The air in the VIP ward was heavy

when has he become such a scary man?" Zoe shed crocodile tears. "Is he choosing