Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

"Don't be so pessimistic, Jonah," Alyssa said.

Perhaps having just seen Jasper and going through that heart-stopping moment made Alyssa emotional. Tears welled up in her eyes as she continued, "If you truly love someone, you don't need to possess him to find happiness. Isn't it enough to know he's alive, well, and

living freely somewhere in this world?"

"You're right, Lyse." Sorrow filled Jonah's voice as he smiled bitterly. "Julien has already lost and sacrificed too much for my sake. I don't deserve to have such a good man. He'll only find true happiness by leaving me."

...

After Justin took over as CEO of Beckett Group, his first move was to wrest control of the A5 Project bid from Jasper's hands.

Though Jasper had failed as the leader of Beckett Group, as the eldest son, it was only natural for Justin to inherit the position of power.

Justin was aware of lingering opposition within the corporation. Some doubted whether he possessed the decisiveness and singular capability Jasper had demonstrated.

Securing Project A5 would silence those dissenting voices. Even Newton, with all his maneuvering, would no longer pose a threat to Justin's authority.

Group, Javier and Justin sat across from each

these past few days," Javier said, his tone measured. "Some have been buying up shares in secret. Thankfully, Justin, you've been able

on Justin's shoulder, his gaze warm with approval. "You've never disappointed me, not even as a child. That gives me

he lifted the teapot and

entrust me with this role because of Jasper's downfall, or have you always intended to give me a chance to

you are today. How could I not want to give you a chance? "Besides, you've already proven yourself. During the crisis with the Jesseltons from Mosgravia and the

past his prime, he wasn't dumb. He

flux, and the critical A5 Project looming, Javier couldn't afford to let Justin doubt his support. Placating him was essential to Beckett Group's stability. "Dad, I'm

knock on the

gave his permission, Rory entered with an iPad.

though the PR department of our corporation has tried their best to keep the online comments in control, the three major television

"We've advertised with them for years, and this is how

Justin smiled, sipping his tea with an air of

A5!" Javier paced, his hands clasped behind his back. "Even though we have no local competitors in Solana City

insincere smile playing on his lips. "It wouldn't be the worst thing if Ms. Alyssa won the bid. I wouldn't mind letting her have