Can’t Win Me Back novel (Alyssa and Jasper) novel Chapter 1928

"Landon… Landon…"

With dirt-stained hands, Zoe clutched onto the leg of Landon's pants, her eyes burning with fury and hatred. "Just because of that bitch… Just because of that bitch… How could you do this to me?

"Who does Lauren think she is? I am your biological sister! How could you do this to me? You should just go to hell!"

"That's right, you are my biological sister," Landon rasped. Tears welled in his eyes, casting an icy glare. "I've cherished you since childhood. But you repeatedly hurt me with your actions. You've torn apart my happiness to satisfy your selfish desires.

"If your actions stemmed from hatred toward me, perhaps I could have found it in my heart to forgive you, considering our familial bond. But instead, you've harmed an innocent woman. And not just anyone—she is the love of my life.

"I've given you countless chances, Zoe. Each time, I held onto hope that you would change and repent. Yet, each time, you proved me wrong. Instead of remorse, I was met with further cruelty toward Lauren."

He closed his eyes, the image of Lauren fighting against her bullies haunting his mind.

If she hadn't had the energy to resist… If she hadn't given her life to fight back…

The same tragedy that had befallen Zoe could have easily happened to Lauren. Landon knew he could have lost Lauren forever.

"Landon, stop making excuses for your ingratitude and your infatuation!" Zoe panted heavily; her glare was fierce. "That stupid woman has consumed your soul! You're a madman, a pawn manipulated by her!

"The greatest regret of my life is being your sister and not ridding you of that bitch earlier… condemning you to a lifetime of sorrow and regret!"

Landon's expression remained cold as he watched Zoe's outburst. Her rage contorted her face into that of a ferocious beast.

Zoe continued, "By locking me in here… Did you think you could avenge that bitch this way? You abducted me from the police. They will find me soon! And Grandpa… Mom… They will all find me… You're finished, Landon! You're fucking finished!"

"Grandpa is already dead." Landon, who had been calm all along, choked on his tears as he informed Zoe of this news.

Instantly, Zoe became as white as a sheet, her gaze vacant. "What did you say? Grandpa… is dead?"

Following that, she erupted into laughter, disbelief painting her features. "Landon, you're lying to me, aren't you? You would even go as far as coming up with such a lie just to get me?"

Upon hearing that, Zoe guffawed. The look in her eyes took on a more manic edge. "I was tricked by Preston? What a joke! I'm not a tool. He is!

"Landon, I can't believe you'd stoop to anything just to guilt-trip me. Did you think that I would fall for that? You think I'll feel sorry for what I've done to you? You can't claim the moral high ground to punish me… I won't fall for it!"

Landon maintained a calm expression on his face. "I will give you one last chance. Apologize to Lauren now. I'll be merciful."

Zoe spat back defiantly. "Dream on! You want me to yield to that bitch? Over my dead body!"

"Jordan."

Jordan, who had been waiting outside, walked over to Landon's side. "I'm here, Mr. Landon."

"See Ms. Zoe off for the last time," instructed Landon coldly.

With that, he left without another word, his resolve unshaken.