Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Renee remarked, "Look at the way you're putting it. Lyse, aren't you always low-key? You never attend such public events."
"Oh? Then you'll have to get used to it," Alyssa retorted.
Alyssa narrowed her eyes at Renee with an intriguing expression. "From now on, I'll frequently appear in public. I think we should
meet often to catch up."
Renee's face showed an awkward smile, but she was exploding with anger on the inside.
"Miss, please show your invitation," the staff politely asked Alyssa.
"I don't have an invitation," Alyssa said openly.
Renee covered her mouth and laughed sardonically. She finally found a chance to turn the tables.
"Lyse, has it been a long time since you attended such high-end events? Don't you know you need an invitation to enter? You're
causing trouble for the staff like this."
The staff also looked awkward. "I'm sorry, miss. You can't enter without an invitation."
"I'm Alyssa Taylor," Alyssa said indifferently.
The word "Alyssa Taylor" was like a thunderbolt, stunning the two staff members.
In the past, Alyssa might have said, "My father is Winston Taylor," to make things more convenient.
But now, after causing several city-wide shocks in Solana City, her name alone was powerful enough. There was no need to
bring out her father.
"O-Oh, it's Ms. Alyssa. I apologize."
"It's okay. I have something urgent and want to see Mr. Beckett. It's my fault for this sudden visit anyway."
Alyssa became humble, giving a slight smile. "Since I don't have an invitation, I shouldn't enter. My apologies."
"No, no. This way, Ms. Alyssa." The staff members were extremely courteous, a complete change from their attitude toward
Renee.

"Thank you. Mr. Lovelace here is my friend. Can he join me?" Alyssa asked, smiling.
"Of course, of course. This way."
Alyssa and Julien were led into the banquet hall with great respect.
Meanwhile, Renee stood alone in place, stomping her foot. Her face was flushed with anger.
Throughout her life, no matter how hard she tried and how well she did, every time Alyssa appeared, the latter would steal all the
attention.
On the other hand, Jasper and Landon were heading toward the banquet hall together.
"How's Lauren doing recently?" Despite his expressionless face, Jasper was concerned about his sister's well-being.
"She's doing well. I plan to clear my busy schedule and take her to recuperate in Swizo."
Whenever Lauren was mentioned, Landon's eyes were filled with tenderness and anticipation for the future.
"I've contacted a professor in psychology who can help Lauren overcome autism and trauma."
"Trauma? What trauma?" Jasper stopped in his tracks, asking in confusion.
"I don't know either. This is what Angelina told me. She thinks Lauren must have suffered some trauma before. I think it might be
related to Betty.
"After all, Lauren was always bullied by that bitch in your home. Anyone would be traumatized in that situation."
Landon narrowed his eyes, and a chilling, intense gleam flashed within them. "But it doesn't matter anymore. I've already helped
Lauren get revenge.
"With me around, if that bitch, Betty, dares to lay a finger on Lauren again, I'll pull out each of her teeth, shave her head, and kill
her."
"What did you do to Betty?" Jasper asked with a cool look.
"Why? Do you care about her?"