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.

With these words, Jasper strode over to Betty and actually

in

herself, she

and delivered a resounding slap to Betty's already swollen

caught off guard by the blow. The pain left her unable to even cry out.

background. His strength was formidable,

were all frozen

had to

for Lauren. You're heartless, even going as far as scheming against your own sister. You don't deserve to be

could settle, Jasper delivered another slap. It sent Betty crashing to the ground once

my best friend

dare plot against anyone close to me again, I won't spare you, even if you escape to the ends of the earth. When the