Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Javier continued, "Betty is indeed at fault in this matter, but isn't the main responsibility on the Harpers?"

He was quite good at sophistry as he attempted to regain control of the narrative. "Who knows, maybe it was Zoe who instigated, tempted, or even threatened Betty into doing what she did.

"Even if not, ultimately, it was the Harpers who publicized Lauren's condition! Jasper, instead of confronting the Harpers, are you now turning against your own family? How can you do this?"

Betty immediately began to weep, mimicking the pitiful demeanor of her late mother.

"In any case, sending her abroad should settle this matter. I don't want any more turmoil in the family." Javier's tone was resolute, leaving no room for disagreement.

Jasper's eyes darkened, and he gritted his teeth to suppress his anger.

He was not a reckless man. He knew that further confrontation would only fuel Javier's competitive spirit, causing him to defend Betty even more.

these words, Jasper strode over to Betty and

him in confusion,

her, as soon as she steadied herself, she heard a rush of wind

arm and delivered a resounding

blow. The pain left her unable to even cry out. Blood trickled from her mouth,

a military background. His strength was formidable, enough to disorient even a

were all

Jasper was. He had to get Betty's face in the right

heartless, even going as far as scheming against

slap. It sent Betty crashing to the ground once more, unable to get

have caused my best friend to suffer. You deserve

if you dare plot against anyone close to me again, I won't spare you, even if you escape to