Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue
Chapter 1749

Time passed in the blink of an eye. It was already the weekend.

Tonight at Schmidt Manor, the massive fountain in the central courtyard was turned on again, andthe hall was adorned with flowers. The whole place looked grand and luxurious, like an opulentpalace.

Guests gathered in the main hall. Many well-dressed individuals clinked glasses together, creating alively atmosphere.

Since Daisy's heavy sentence and David's tragic death in prison, the entire Schmidt family had beenplunged into an unprecedented crisis. This was exacerbated by a series of business mistakes that ledto a sharp drop in Schmidt Group's stock prices.

Since then, a heavy atmosphere had been lingering. It had been a long time since they had such aglamorous occasion.

Victor, accompanied by Josh and Clarissa, mingled among the guests, enjoying the praise andflattery that hadn't been heard in a long time. Victor was particularly pleased.

"Look! The dress Madam Clarissa is wearing is designed by Ms. Emerson, right?"

"It certainly is! Ms. Emerson's design style is very distinct. It's really beautiful.”

"It's true that clothes make the man. That woman used to be nothing but a background figure nextto Josh, but she's actually shining tonight.”

Hearing the flattering praises from all directions, Josh held his head high. With his wife beingpraised, his face lit up with pride, and he felt even more gratified inside.

"Claire, you're really making me proud tonight.”

As Josh caressed Clarissa’s delicate hand, he leaned close to her ear and chuckled. "You'll get yourreward when we get back.”

Clarissa forced back her disgust and put on a coquettish smile.

"Where's Jimmy?"

Frowning, Victor looked around. "Why is he missing at such an important moment?"

"I heard from Jameson's secretary that he went to greet a distinguished guest,” Clarissa repliedbeside him.

"Hah, is that “distinguished guest’ Alyssa?" Josh sneered. His face was full of disdain.

Without a word, Clarissa lowered her eyes.

Victor's face darkened slightly, feeling disgruntled. "I've heard that Winston has allowed Jasper tostay at the Taylor family's Heightsnew Villa. He's been staying there for a long time now.

"And it's rumored that the Taylors have completely accepted him. Remarrying Alyssa is only a matterof time. Why can't Jimmy just give up on that bitch? How much longer is he going to be stubborn?”At this moment, his secretary hurried over. "Mr. Victor, Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Beckett have arrived.”Victor's and Josh's expressions suddenly changed. They looked as if they were mirrors of each other,and they were equally ugly.

They had indeed sent an invitation to the Beckett family, but it was intended for Javier.

They didn't expect that Javier couldn't make it and sent this "Double Trouble" instead.

Outside the manor, a top-class luxury car stopped in the middle of the gate.

Jasper, dressed in a black suit, was the first to get out. With his strikingly handsome features and tallstature, he exuded a strong charm. Just standing there drew the attention of the guests.

And yet, this dignified scion only played the role of an escort.

At this moment, a slender and fair hand reached out from the car.

Jasper smiled gently as he tenderly took Alyssa's hand, leading her gracefully as she stepped out ofthe car.

Tonight, Alyssa wore a simple yet elegant off-the-shoulder fishtail white dress, accentuating hermature and enchanting figure.

"Lyse, are you cold?" Jasper whispered low in her ear.

His hand climbed up her slim waist, gently pinching the soft flesh that made him unable to resist."I'm fine. We'll be inside in just a few steps.” Alyssa met his sparkling eyes with a smile as he heldher.

The handsome man and beautiful woman were a natural pair, drawing everyone's attentionwherever they went.