Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

The Taylors, when deeply in love, loved with all their heart. But when they wanted to appear heartless, they could act the part flawlessly.

When Liam frostily uttered those words, it felt like a piece of flesh was being cut away from him. Not only that, it also felt like his wounded heart was being wrenched unsparingly.

"Liam..." Yuliana, wrapped in his military uniform, shivered uncontrollably. Her shocked stares could burn holes into him. "Are you leaving me?" She seemed like a talented supporting actress, perfectly embodying her role in his charade. Tears streamed down her face when she asked that question, dripping onto the bedsheets.

Liam's chest tightened. He couldn't bear to look at her anymore.

If only her feelings weren't genuine. If only she were there merely to seduce him.

Here she was, pouring out her heart, raw and genuine. Every tear, every word,

how you heldin your " "Your Highness, it's true that I've kissed you and held you in my arms. But that doesn't prove anything." Liam scoffed.

since she was young, she grew up surrounded by her parents' love. Although she was naïve and simple-minded, she understood what

men had toward women. Nevertheless, it

for this one thing." "No matter what... it still means that you liked me!" Yuliana welled up with tears. She twisted her body, struggling to hug him.

How are you so sure that you likeonly in that way? "I don't care even if you likebecause of my body! I want to be with you! No matter what, I just want to be with you." She cried as she pleaded with him

noble status or her image as

I was your first." Liam curled his lip slightly and narrowed his eyes.

you dare dream of ever marrying another woman!" "Long ago, I decided to dedicate mylife to my country. Romantic relationships have never been part of my consideration. I have also never planned to get married. So, at least you'll get to save seffort on this part. Also, don't forget that I'm not Kontinian. Your country doesn't have power over me." Liam rolled out of bed, his broad stature towering over her. Emotionlessly, he instructed, "Leave my room. Right now." "No!" Yuliana