Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Chapter 2185

"By the looks of it, Lyse left because of that phone call," Cyrus deduced, his investigative instincts kicking in. He frowned thoughtfully. "But it's unusual for Lyse to act so impulsively. Even if she had to leave the presidential office, she would at least consult with Miley before making such a decision."

"So, the person on the other end must have had significant influence over her. They must have said something so compelling that she felt she had no choice but to comply," he reasoned.

"That's odd." The more Jonah thought about it, the more astonished and flustered he felt. "Jameson and his team are all in Kontina, and all the major threats are here. We were at the church, Miley was at the presidential office, and Jeremy returned safely from his event. Besides ensuring the safety of a loved one, what else could have driven Lyse to risk so much and accept that person's invitation?"

"It was... Jameson!" Jasper exclaimed, his face ashen. "With Carl dead and Amber saved by Axel, Jameson has no more cards to play. His only option was to approach Lyse, trying to control her.

*He wants her desperately. Even if he had to abandon everything else, he would go to great lengths to take her with him.'

Jasper closed his eyes in agony, his pain evident as he took deep breaths, unable to suppress it.

The group exchanged anxious glances, finding Jasper's explanation troublingly plausible. They held their breaths, hoping his worst fears wouldn't come true.

Just then, Jeremy's secretary burst in, drenched in sweat. "Mr. President, I have terrible news!"

Jeremy tightened his grip around Miley's trembling waist. In a deep voice, he asked, "What is it?"

The secretary swallowed hard and stammered, "Four hidden bombs detonated at the museum you visited earlier today. The place is in ruins. The estimated damage is in the billions."

Everyone was astonished. "What? A bombing?"

four bombs were detonated?

had already become weak at the knees, slumped in Jeremy's arms. She grabbed onto the hem

close... so close to getting hurt. I almost lost you forever!" 'That's absolutely terrifying..." Cyrus pressed his hands against

not. He immediately asked his secretary, "Were there any casualties

guards died in the explosion. Thankfully, you're safe. Also, the bombs only detonated after the museum was closed. So, there were not as many casualties as

destroy a landmark at Kontina. It doesn't seem like they were targeting

were actually targeting Mr. President!" Jasper jumped to his feet from the couch. The veins on his temples throbbed. "I get it

the bombs where Jeremy was supposed to be, then forced Lyse to leave with him by threatening to kill Jeremy and others, and subsequently causing Miley to live in pain for

Everyone's hearts dropped.

save me?" Jeremy's heart wrenched. He was filled with regret and self-blame. He hit his fists on his chest. "I was too incompetent. I fell into Jameson's scheme. That was

out. "Lyse... My

clenched his hands into fists as

if it means I must sacrifice my meals

waters included tens of islands of all

of Oz", located farthest from the mainland. This island looked like a piece of deep emerald lying on the surface of a glittery, blue sea. It looked phantasmal,

this island anonymously last year. It was one of his personal assets, and he changed its name to

this had become a "rose enclosure" where he was

the gift to his most beloved woman through a different and

Reflections of the twinkling stars could be seen on the surface of the endless