Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

In his deep sleep, Winston furrowed his brows tightly, and his fingers twitched reflexively. Perhaps he was dreaming, or perhaps it was a telepathic connection with his daughter, Alyssa.

"Was Mom... a member of the royal family?" Liam held his breath.

Alyssa shook her head. "I don't know. Even if she were and got chased out for sreason, there wouldn't be absolutely no record of her.

"So, I'm guessing that she might have been someone from the palace or someone connected to the royal family. However, I'm not sure about the specifics. After all, we aren't familiar with the situation in Kontina at all.

intensity as she clasped her hands together. "There was probably skind of grudge between Mom and the Kontinian royal family that forced

and of all people, Dominic saved her.' The word "grudge" hit Liam like a sharp, invisible knife. "Dad has always showered us with love, and he let us make our own choices in life. Even though we're from a wealthy family, he never pressured us into marriage alliances. He wanted us to find happiness on our own terms." Tears welled up in Liam's eyes as he knelt beside Winston's bed, holding his father's wrinkled hands. "Yet, he's so against Yules and me. Maybe your theory is worth exploring, Lyse. Maybe there's something dark in Mom's past with the

five children, indulging them to a fault. In contrast,

arrange a marriage alliance for Tatiana with

strict front. Whether it was her stint with Doctors Without Borders or other rebellious moments, he always ended up

in love with her, why did he have to marry tand tagain? If Jennifer reciprocated Winston's love and their life was blissful, why did

family, I... I will have a clean break with Yules. I won't have any contact with her anymore." Liam's breathing hitched as he fought back a surge of emotions. In a raspy and trembling voice, he continued, "Before it's all too late." "Liam, at this point, everything is merely my speculation. It wouldn't be fair to sacrifice