Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

However, Lauren and Landon still held each other's hands. Everything could still start anew.
"Dad, I don't have any objections to Lauren and Landon's marriage anymore."
Sitting upright, Javier continued seriously, "In the next few days, I'll have Rory draw up a list of wedding gifts. Although the Harper family has few members left, I want a splendid wedding for my daughter.
"Now that Landon is the chairman of Harper Group, Lauren will be the rightful chairwoman when she marries him. If the gifts are not generous enough, those snobbish people of Harper Group might talk behind her back."
Newton remained indifferent. "Let the young people decide for themselves. You just need to accept it. Don't worry about the rest.
"Lauren has suffered severe trauma. That's not something that can be easily overcome. Just let them discuss the wedding on their own. Or they can register their marriage first to avoid indefinite postponement and further trouble."
As Javier reflected on how his love, originally intended solely for Lauren, had been divided over the years toward Sophia's illegitimate child, he felt anger, hatred, and guilt twisting in his heart. He didn't want his only daughter to suffer anymore.
"Alright, let's do as you say."
Feeling relieved after leaving Newton's ward, Javier noticed Jasper waiting for him outside the door.
"Do you need something?"
Jasper pressed his lips into a fine line before saying, "I just received news that Ronald had a sudden heart attack last night and died in prison."
Though frowning, Javier replied casually, "Well, it's good that that scum has finally met his end. He can reunite with Sophia in the underworld." He gritted his teeth, feeling intense hatred surging within him.
Jasper's expression was obscure. "Did you have a hand in this?"
Javier stiffened as he looked into Jasper's dark and deep eyes.
"Actually, there was no need for you to do that."
Being his son, Jasper could easily glean the answer from Javier's expression. He spoke calmly, "Sophia has already paid the price. Her daughter has severed ties with our family, and she'll be punished by the law.
"I know you hate Sophia for deceiving you, but resorting to murder to vent your anger could bring trouble. I hope that you can think twice before acting next time."
Javier widened his eyes.
It had been many years since he had heard Jasper speak to him so calmly and considerately. This was something he never dared to hope for before that day.
Just as Jasper was about to leave, Javier suddenly spoke, "I do hate her, but it's not solely because she deceived me."
Jasper froze in place, his gaze deepening.
After all, they were father and son. Many things only needed to be hinted at to be understood by each other.
"When Lauren is discharged from the hospital, tell Landon to spend more time with her at Seaview Manor."
Javier added nonchalantly, "I know you and Alyssa have a place outside, but Seaview Manor is still your home. You can come back occasionally and stay for a few days if Alyssa is willing to come back here."
Jasper was moved, but the words "Thank you, Dad" got stuck in his throat. He couldn't say them, no matter what.
Just as the father and son were enjoying a rare moment of peace, Rory hurried over, interrupting them.
"Mr. Javier! You would never guess who's back!"
Rory's eyes lit up with joy. "It's Mr. Justin. Mr. Justin is back!"