Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

"You don't agree?" Javier's expression darkened coldly. His menacing glare was devoid of any warmth or affection a father would have for his son. "Jasper, I am not dead yet, but are you already thinking of taking over my duties?

"If I didn't give you the chance, would you even be able to become the president of Beckett Group? It seems like you've become arrogant. Do you really think that you achieved everything by your own merit?"

Facing his father's insults, Jasper was more worried for Lauren than angry at his father.

If Lauren really married into the Hodgson family, he couldn't imagine what kind of crazy things Landon would do after he found out.

Perhaps he would spiral into depression. Perhaps he would be so crushed that he would never recover from his heartbreak.

Lauren was not strong and brave like Alyssa, who would stand up for herself. She was the most obedient child among the siblings. She was gentle and weak, accepting whatever obstacles life threw at her without protest.

Besides, she was the one who initiated the breakup.

"Your brother is just ill; he's not dead yet. Don't think that just because you're the president and Newton favors you, you can do whatever you want without a care in the world! You insolent brat, how dare you defy your own father and rebel against my decisions again and again!"

Javier's thinly veiled threats continued, "A few days ago, I went to Mosgravia to visit Justin. He looks much better than before."

Jasper's eyes narrowed as a glint appeared in his dark gaze.

"Justin told me that when he gets better, he'll return and reunite with our family again."

Javier looked down at Jasper, his words dripping with menace. "Your grandfather and I always prioritized the eldest son. Justin has just been away for too long and has become distant from us, which is why you had the chance to showcase your abilities to Newton.

time, who knows whether you'll still have a place in Beckett Group? You'd better think about that

Xavier brought his investigations on

fingers held a cigarette while he studied the documents intently.

sigh. "Mr. Beckett, I know you're feeling upset, but to smoke so much

his icy gaze bore into Xavier's eyes. "Are

"No, no, I'm

Alyssa hates the smell of smoke; you know this as well. I was just worried that when you return home, she'll get angry if she

I'll be at Seaview Manor accompanying

mental image of Alyssa with her hands on her hips, pouting and nagging him made his

arms and dominate her, entangling

terrible mood. If it weren't so bad, you wouldn't have resorted to

out of concern, "What's going

issues with these documents. Send them to Mr. Harper later." Jasper's tone

willing to share, Xavier refrained

the time being. Focus on your

Xavier asked, "The Hodgsons?"

narrowed his

eyes widened. "The

wife and his son Freddy. Investigate as much as you can, gather every piece

light knock

"Jasper, are you there?"