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.

will surely compensate him out of guilt. By that time, who knows whether you'll still have a place in Beckett

night, Xavier brought his investigations on Harper Group to meet

them in the study. Jasper's slender, calloused fingers held a cigarette while

I know you're feeling upset, but to smoke

bore into Xavier's eyes. "Are you

"No, no, I'm just a dumb

know this as well. I was

at Seaview Manor accompanying Lauren. I've already told

with her hands on her hips, pouting and nagging him made his heart beat faster and his blood run

wished he could pull her into his arms and dominate her, entangling

it weren't so bad, you wouldn't have resorted

of concern, "What's

these documents. Send them to Mr.

Since Jasper wasn't willing to share, Xavier refrained from

your duties to others for the time being.

Xavier asked, "The Hodgsons?"

his eyes. "Orlander

eyes widened. "The

wife and his son Freddy. Investigate as much

a light knock sounded

"Jasper, are you there?"