Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Sebastian understood what Alyssa wanted.

There wasn't substantial proof to prove that Jasper had abused drugs in the first place. The substance found in his blood was simply supporting evidence.

As long as they found the right opportunity to reveal that, it wouldn't completely exonerate him, but it could at least divert public suspicion.

"Okay, okay... I'll do that. I'll do everything you say!" Sebastian promised.

After emerging from the Bender residence, Landon took Zayne away to keep him under close watch and ensure Sebastian wouldn't retract his statement. Landon planned to release him only after Sebastian fulfilled Jasper and Alyssa's request. "Landon, it's really nice to see you. How's Lauren doing lately?" Afraid of looking at Jasper, Alyssa had no choice but to speak with Landon.

"She's doing great."

A tender look came across Landon's eyes at the mention of Lauren. Landon blushed and continued, "We're now trying for a baby."

"Really? That's wonderful!" Alyssa was genuinely happy for them.

"Yeah, we'll share the good news with you both when it happens," Landon said, excitement lighting his face.

The mood turned awkward in an instant.

Jasper lowered his eyes, saying nothing.

A lump rose at the back of Alyssa's throat. Forcing a smile, she said, "Landon, Mr. Beckett, I'll take my leave now."

opened his mouth to thank her, but Alyssa moved too quickly. In the blink of an eye, she was gone, her

when you threw your arms around her without

shielded you without hesitation too," Jasper replied, fixing his gaze ahead. "Does that mean I'm in love

retorted

"Mr. Harper,

"You jerk. Don't I know you

Jasper a gentle shoulder bump. "You're just being stubborn

tonight. I'll leave you to go home and spend time with Lauren.

Landon grabbed his arm,

"Jasper, why didn't you come to me earlier with everything that's been happening? I would've helped you

was trying to

need

voice,

become one of Justin's

"But-"

Justin is far more dangerous than your Uncle Preston or Jameson. I can't bear to see anyone close to me get hurt again." After saying that, Jasper

eyes as sorrow

...

moon as he drove himself and Alyssa home. Alyssa, on the other hand, was strangely quiet in the

side with Mr. Jasper, not only can this turn

Sean's voice trailed