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Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 800
Lauren never said a word, but Landon could tell from the way she was flushed to her ears and her slowly quickening breathing that she had answered yes. โฆLandon made love to Lauren the entire night. From the bathroom to the living room, then on their bed. In the end, the couple went back to the bathroom for seconds.Every inch of Lauren's delicate, virgin body mesmerized Landon to no end. He had never felt so sated in both body and soul.In the end, Lauren ended up feeling so sore she couldn't move anymore. She panted weakly for him to stop, sprawled across his chest as she grew sleepy.Landon felt like a fed lion, now thoroughly satisfied. He tended lovingly to Lauren, arm wrapped around her and gently patting her to sleep.With his other arm, Landon flipped the blanket over.A dark red flower had blossomed on the bed sheets.Landon smiled, his eyes filled with emotion. He then kissed Lauren again."It tickles, " Lauren mumbled in her sleep, not waking up even as Landon cont
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 801
If the truth about Betty's birth father was exposed, Sophia knew that she and Betty would be done for.โฆSophia was confined to the hospital for three days, during which Betty stayed by her side, battling boredom. On the third day, the swelling on Sophia's cheek finally subsided. Throughout her stay, Javier never once visited.Betty called Javier numerous times during the wait, imploring him to visit Sophia at the hospital. However, he coldly dismissed her.Betty thought Sophia might break down in tears due to Javier's cold treatment. After all, every wife would yearn for the love of her husband. It was only natural to be distraught if a spouse abandoned them in the hospital.To Betty's surprise, Sophia appeared relatively calm about Javier's dismissal. Instead of kicking up a fuss, Sophia went about her life, taking all three meals and recuperating from her injuries. Yet, there seemed to be more beneath her seemingly normal behavior.Sophia's calmness bewildered Betty. In her re
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 802
The air in Sophia's room hung heavy with tension.Sophia was once pampered by Javier. He might even be more attentive to her than to Newton when Newton was sick. When she fell ill, Javier would worry and visit her daily.Yet, after three days, he hadn't shown up, which was a first.She leaned weakly against the headboard, her lips trembling. Through her tears, she stared longingly at him. Sophia started, "Javier, have you been busy? I know it's hard to get away from the work at Beckett Group. I understand. I'm fine, though. Just a ruptured eardrum and I've had surgeryโ"Javier interrupted with a low, stern voice, "Sophie, I'm here to ask you something. Was Alyssa telling the truth?"Sophia was caught off guard, and her eyes wavered. "Javier, do you still doubt me? But I'm your wife. You know how I treated you over the years. I've given you two daughters and risked my life giving birth to Lauren. After all I've sacrificed, how could I possibly cheat on you with a murder suspect
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 803
Sophia looked shocked. Innocent and naive didn't seem like adjectives to describe her. It almost sounded as if Javier were talking about someone else entirely, perhaps Jasper's mother, Anne Bartley.His description irked her.Without missing a beat, Javier pressed on, "You don't appear to be in need of protection. Even without me around, you seem determined to achieve your goals by any means and exact revenge on those you hate."A furrow formed on his forehead, and his gaze darkened. Javier added, "Consider this your final warning. I hope you behave yourself and don't hurt the innocent. Do not give our family more trouble. If you don't listen, I will have no choice but to send you abroad, far away from the drama in Solana City."Sophia trembled in rage when she heard Javier threatening to send her away. She barked, "Javier Beckett, what was that? Are you dumping me now? Do you want to turn me into a divorcee, all because of Alyssa Taylor's baseless claims? Or do you have feelin
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 804
"Yes, Mr. Javier!" his staff replied.After that, Javier shook his head glumly and left with heavy footsteps without taking another look at Sophia.Sophia's mouth hung open. Her legs trembled as her body slowly slumped to the floor.There was no use crying and throwing a tantrum. Now, even when she threatened to take her own life, Javier was unwilling to stay by her side and pay her any attention.She wondered if Javier no longer loved her, questioning whether she was merely a replacement for someone else and if he had never truly loved her.Then, she let out a series of maniacal cackles that scared the wits out of the poor bodyguard. He stammered, "M-Madam, are y-you alright?""Great. I guess we are on the same page. You've never loved me, and I've never loved you. But Javier, I am the winner at the end because I am the one who forced the love of your life to death!"โฆ"Ouch. It hurts like hell โฆ" Betty groaned.She woke up drowsily and found herself in a humid and filthy env
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 805
"How dare you hit me? I'm Betty Beckett! You โฆ" Betty curled into a ball from the pain and drenched in sweat. She rolled around like a burrito and moaned, but her voice gradually faded.She was surprised by Angelina's strength, which didn't seem typical for a woman.Angelina scoffed. "So what? I can hit you as long as you're not Ms. Lauren."She chuckled and stretched her neck. Then, she cast an icy glare at Betty. "Your life, to me, is as worthless as those rats in the corner."Betty was incensed and humiliated upon hearing that. She got up from the floor with gritted teeth and resolved to fight Angelina with every ounce of her energy.However, before she could even stand, Angelina kicked her again with greater force.Yelping, Betty splatted on the ground, feeling excruciating pain throughout her body. Tears, snot, and dust covered her face, turning her into a mess.Angelina, devoid of remorse for hitting a woman, was about to deliver a second kick when Landon's voice came thro
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 806
Blushing profusely, Lauren understood that Landon was aroused, so she sneaked into Landon's arms."Stay still. Let me kiss you a little more," Landon said to her tenderly as he engaged in a tongue kiss with her, pinching her chin. Dizzy and defenseless, she succumbed to his passionate advance.Landon was abruptly interrupted by a deafening slap through his earbud as things were about to escalate. Halting, he removed the earbud with a frown."L-Landon, is that Betty?" Lauren clung tightly to his waist, staring in disbelief as Angelina slapped Betty on the other side."Yeah. No one is as ugly as that heartless sister of yours," Landon replied, observing Betty's distress from the assault.Lauren witnessed Angelina holding Betty up from the ground by holding Betty's hair. Then, Angelina started slapping Betty indiscriminately. A few rounds later, Betty's haughty and pretty face swelled, her nose bleeding, and her eyes struggling to open.Angelina, trained in martial arts and servin
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 807
Jim Ford, the old driver who had served Landon for decades, looked shocked by Landon's transformation. He had lots of admiration for the adorable Lauren, who had saved Landon from the abyss.Ever since the loss of his father, Landon had dwelled in darkness, becoming increasingly cynical and callous. However, Lauren had managed to breathe life back into him, rekindling his human emotions. Jim was glad for Landon.Slowly, Lauren calmed down and sobbed quietly in Landon's arms, paining him.Sometimes, he forgot the fact that Lauren was autistic because she was always energetic and innocent.He secretly looked for treatments abroad but didn't get anything useful. The experts from abroad merely recommended therapy and long-term care, a long and grueling process that not many could withstand.However, he had to do it for Lauren. He had chosen to be with her and was determined to spend the rest of his life with her."Thank you, Landon, for not beating up Betty," she mumbled."Why do yo
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Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2477
Alyssa followed Jasper into the study. The door closed behind her with a soft click. She didn't move to switch on the lights or sit down. Instead, she stood quietly in the dim room.They faced each other, eyes locked. In the darkness, their gazes seemed brighter, charged with emotions that neither could put into words. Whatever stirred within them was tangled and silentโkept at bay by something unspoken, as if a wall had formed between heart and mouth. After a pause, Alyssa offered a faint smile. Her voice was soft, almost courteous. "Go ahead, Mr. Beckett. I won't be staying long tonightโI've made other arrangements."It was clear she didn't want to be alone in a room with him.Jasper's chest tightened, overwhelmed by a surge of emotion he couldn't define. His voice was rough when he finally spoke. "You didn't vote against the motion at today's board meeting. I wanted to knowโฆ are we still on the same side?"Alyssa's gaze lowered, her voice steady and calm. "You didn't object
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2476
In the evening, Xavier drove Jasper to meet with Newton. Along the way, news broke out that Sheryl had been bailed out. Xavier slammed his fist against the steering wheel. "Damn it! Why is it so hard to get rid of that woman?" "She is Justin's right hand," Jasper said, eyes shut as he leaned back in his seat. His jaw tightened. "You could even say she knows more about his secrets than anyone. As long as she's useful, Justin won't discard her so easily. This is how he operates."Xavier shook his head, teeth gritted. "Where the hell did she even come from? When you had me investigate her, I found nothing. Her background was spotless. "What's in her past that Justin would go so far to keep it hidden? A man like him can have any woman he wants, yet he clings to herโsome pretty-faced idiot who only seems to make things harder for him."Jasper's gaze turned glacial. Xavier's casual remark struck him.He was right. Justin wasn't short on capable subordinates. So why Sheryl?Was Sh
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2475
This time, the injection did not bring the excruciating pain that once made Amber wish for death. Her chapped lips trembled, and tears streamed down her face as she gazed deeply into Remy's eyes. He, too, looked at her, his expression unreadable yet intense. Between them, no words were needed."Damienโฆ Thank youโฆ" Though her voice was barely audible, the weight of her words sank deep into Remy's heart. For once, he did not object to being called Damien.The truth was, ever since Amber had been taken, an unbearable pressure had settled over him, making each breath feel like a punishmentโevery day since had been plagued by self-reproach and regret.If he hadn't stopped her that night and let her go sooner, could she have avoided Sheryl? Could she have been spared the torture and humiliation?"You should know that those who enter this place never leave. Most don't even make it out alive."Remy's gaze was unwavering. Taking advantage of the surveillance blind spot, he placed his
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2474
"Mr. Lexington," the doctor greeted respectfully, lowering his head slightly. Everyone at the base knew who Sheryl and Remy were. They were the ones in charge, the decision-makers. So, everyone obeyed their orders without question. To the staff unaware of the facility's true purpose, Sheryl and Remy stood at the pinnacle of the hierarchy. Unbeknownst to them, someone more powerful lurked in the shadows."How has she been these past few days?" Remy asked, his expression unreadable."She's had some adverse reactions, but there are no signs of organ failure yet. Honestly, I'm surprised. She looks frail, but her body is incredibly resilientโstronger than some men, even."The doctor scoffed. "But I'm not sure if she'll make it past her fourth injection today. Last month, four test subjects didn't survive beyond that point. Their bodies have already been sent to the incinerator." Remy's jaw tensed. His voice was husky as he said, "As I've instructed, this woman must be kept alive.
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2473
Xavier seethed as he took in the insincere smile on Justin's face. Deep down, he was cursing him with every profanity imaginable. "Whatever makes you happy."Ignoring Justin's dark gaze, Jasper kept his eyes fixed ahead as he strode past him.Out of nowhere, Justin chuckled and asked, "Did you really think you had people on your side during the board meeting?"Jasper halted, his eyes narrowing. "Grandpa tried his best to shield you, but his health is failing by the day. How much longer do you think an old man can protect you?"Lowering his gaze, Justin idly adjusted the ruby cufflinks on his sleeves. His voice was casual yet cutting. "And Lyseโafter how ruthlessly you discarded her, do you still believe she'll stand by you no matter what? That she'll fight alongside you like before?"The intense midday sun accentuated the sharp, aloof, and pallid features of Jasper's face as he stood, unyielding, in its glare. His pulse quickened. Finally, he answered, his voice a low rasp. "R
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2472
As the board meeting concluded, the crowd gradually dispersed.News of Justin securing his position as president and Alyssa joining the board quickly spread through Beckett Group.After the meeting, Alyssa escorted Newton back to Crescent Bay while Jasper remained at the corporation to handle some matters.With Xavier accompanying him, Jasper strode toward the chairman's office, his expression cold and unreadable.Nearby, a few employees huddled together, whispering."Psst! Do you think Alyssa joining the board means she's teaming up with Jasper to take down our new president?""People have been saying they broke up since they haven't been seen together for a while," another speculated."But at the press conference, Alyssa openly condemned Mr. Justin. That looked like she was siding with Jasper. So, are they still together or not?""Come on, to people like them, personal feelings don't matterโonly their own interests do. Even if they broke up, they can still work together if it
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2471
When Jonah reached the bedside, he leaned in slowly, giving Julien an unobstructed view of his tanned skin, well-defined abs, and that devastatingly captivating face. Reclining against the headboard, Julien found himself lost in Jonah's eyes. His breath hitched, and his mind momentarily blanked as Jonah's mesmerizing gaze locked onto him. What could he do? His heart still betrayed him, a frantic drumbeat against his ribs. He was a foolโa pathetic fool. Jonah braced his arms on either side of Julien's head, his dark eyes overflowing with a raw, possessive affection. It was as if he sought to consume Julienโjust as he had last night."Julien, does it still hurtโ" "Fuck you!" Julien's bloodshot eyes blazed as he swung his hand, landing a sharp slap across Jonah's face. The illusion of his frailty shattered. A crimson handprint bloomed on Jonah's cheek in a split second, the flesh puffing up visibly. But the sting barely registered. Not when the ache in Jonah's chest was alr
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2470
Justin frowned as a hint of surprise flashed across his dark eyes. He had assumed Newton's unannounced appearance at the board meetingโalong with Alyssa's involvementโwas a coordinated effort with Jasper to overthrow him as president. After mentally running through hundreds of countermeasures, the one possibility he hadn't considered was that everything would proceed smoothly in his favor. Javier was equally stunned, though this outcome aligned with his desires. Today, Justin wasn't merely his son but a constant shadow looming over him, a silent predator watching his every move and reminding him that his past actions weren't completely buried. Instead, this secret loomed like a ticking time bomb that could detonate at any moment, obliterating everything he'd built. And the person holding the detonator was Justinโhis eldest son whom he had trusted above all others. With a dim gaze, Javier watched Justin rise to his feet amid the applause. Suddenly, Justin's voice seemed distant,
Can't Win Me Backย ย ย Chapter 2469
Justin curled his lips into a smirk, scoffing in silence. Newton had gone to great lengths to bring Alyssa into Beckett Group. This was his way of decentralizing power and keeping it in check, and he wanted to prevent Justin from having complete control. Unlike others, Javier couldn't hold himself back. He blew his top instantly, his face turning red like a tomato. "Dad, have you lost your mind? Don't you know who she is? She is KS Group's presidentโour direct competitor!"KS Group is also bidding for Project A5. No matter how much you favor her, you should at least recognize the limits. If you promote her, it's a blatant conflict of interestโoutright cronyism!" Newton sneered. "I might understand your concern if I were promoting someone other than Alyssa."His gaze hardened. "Cronyism? A conflict of interest? I wonder who you're really talking about."With those words, he cast a knowing, enigmatic glance at Justin's blank expression. Just then, a board member from Javier's
