Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

"Mr. Jasper." Sheryl stood up and walked over to Jasper with a smile.
"Ms. Gillis."
"The doe was injured, and I bandaged it without permission. I hope I didn't violate any of your family rules," Sheryl said softly, her eyes filled with affection.
Jasper remained indifferent, maintaining his distant demeanor toward her. "No, Ms. Gillis. That was really kind of you. We should thank you."
"When I was working as a doctor without borders in Luminara, I used to treat injured soldiers and civilians. I never thought my skills would come in handy for animals too." Sheryl sighed, shaking her head.
Jasper's dark eyes churned with hidden emotions.
In an instant, distant and elusive memories flooded his mind.
Back then, in Luminara, he infiltrated the terrorist organization and fought desperately. His arm was slashed, and his leg was hit by a bullet. He was basically on the brink of death.
It was White Dove who stopped his bleeding, treated his wounds, and fought to bring him back to the base camp, saving his leg.
"Oh... My head... I'm feeling dizzy." Sheryl suddenly frowned, and her body swayed.
The next moment, she unexpectedly fell toward Jasper.
Jasper snapped out of his thoughts at once, but it was too late.
"Hey! Watch out, Ms. Gillis!" Fortunately, Xavier dashed out like a ferret and swiftly stabilized Sheryl.
Jasper immediately stepped back, keeping a safe distance from her.
"Thank you." Sheryl clenched her fists discreetly, with a hint of coldness flashing in her eyes.
"Ms. Gillis, you've traveled a long way with Justin and have been looking after him. You must be tired. You should rest," Jasper said coldly before turning away and striding off.
"Shall I walk you to your room, Ms. Gillis?" Xavier offered, playing the role of the helpful gentleman.
"No thanks. I'm not that weak," Sheryl replied, pushing him away with annoyance.
Xavier scratched his head.
Just a moment ago, she seemed weak and unable to care for herself, but now she pushed him with considerable strength.
After the family dinner, Jasper escorted Newton back to Crescent Bay while Justin stayed at Seaview Manor with Sheryl.
Even though he had been gone for over a decade, Justin's room at Seaview Manor remained untouched, and it was cleaned weekly.
"Mr. Justin, it seems that Mr. Javier still values you. You can rest assured," Sheryl said as she brought water and medicine to Justin.
Justin sifted through the colorful pills with his long fingers, his face partially concealed in shadow.
"But Grandpa still has suspicions about me."
"He's just an old man on his last legs. Even if he has doubts, he can't do anything. Besides, you're his oldest grandson. How could he hurt you?" Sheryl's tone dripped with disdain.
"Recent events with Sophia's two daughters have made Javier reassess his relationship with Jasper." Justin picked up a pill and swallowed it. "If I hadn't returned at this time, Javier might have forgotten about me entirely. The situation might have slipped out of my control."
Sheryl kneeled before him and looked at him in admiration. "You're so wise, Mr. Justin."
Smiling, Justin patted her cheek as if she were a pet.
"By the way, Jameson heard about your return and contacted me, saying he wants to meet you."
"That fool." Justin leaned back, a dangerous glint flickering in his eyes. "Countless eyes are watching us in secret. He can't act rashly. By the way, how was his attitude toward you when you tested him earlier?"
Sheryl hesitated for a moment, then shook her head in frustration. "Jasper is very loyal. I know him well. His heart only has a place for the person he's fallen in love with. It doesn't have room for anyone else."
"That's okay. That's what makes it interesting."
Justin opened the satin-lined box once again. He took out the hair clip and
played with it under the moonlight.
Suddenly, his brow furrowed, and he broke the hair clip in half.
"One day, you won't be able to refuse me anymore."