Can't Win Me Back

Early November saw the first romantic snowfall of the year at Solana City.

It was also Lauren's 24th birthday.

Early in the morning, Alyssa led her "team of stylists" to the hospital with great joy. She prepared to give Lauren a glow-up.

Though, rather than a team, it was her and two other people—Rose and Tatiana.

But they were more than capable. Rose's styling and Tatiana's makeup skills were comparable to celebrities' team of stylists.

The trio entered the hospital room with much hustle and bustle. To their surprise, Landon had dark circles under his eyes. He was sitting by the side of the bed and feeding Lauren some chowder.

Lauren smiled widely when she saw Alyssa. She couldn't say anything, so she waved at them as her warm gesture of welcome.

Lauren's sunken face was now plumper thanks to Landon's care over the past two months. The paleness on her face was also replaced by rosiness on her cheeks. She looked even sweeter than before.

Love was indeed the best medicine.

Tatiana also felt that she wasn't needed today. Lauren was just like her sister. They were natural beauties who didn't need any makeup.

"Hang on a moment, Lyse. Let me feed Lauren first." Landon smiled bashfully.

Alyssa waved her hand. "No rush at all. Take your time. We have plenty of time."

Landon carried the delicate bowl and scooped the topmost layer with the spoon. He would then blow on it in case it burnt her tongue.

For her second bite, he put some vegetables on the spoon before feeding it to her. He feared the chowder would be too bland and not suit her palate.

Landon took such great care of Lauren. Alyssa, Tatiana, and Rose were satisfied to see them being so lovey-dovey in front of them.

Fortunately, the three of them had already found their own happiness. Otherwise, they would have felt envious watching the scene in front of them!

Rose wiggled her nose and sniffed. "Wow... It smells good. What is it?"

"Fish chowder?" Alyssa's nose was sharper. She figured out what the dish was just by its smell.

"Oh! That's my favorite!" Tatiana blinked. Her appetite was being whetted.

Landon gave Lauren another scoop. "I made quite a lot. There's more in the thermal flask. Help yourselves if you're hungry.

"You made it yourself?" The trio were shocked.

Right at this moment, Jordan walked in with the custom suit that Landon was meant to change into. He was over the moon.

"Mr. Landon went to the market yesterday afternoon to pick out the best and freshest live fish. He took great care of it for a day before slaughtering it this morning for Madam's fish chowder. These side dishes were also prepared by Mr. Landon.

"You have no idea, Ms. Alyssa. Mr. Landon's fish slaughtering skill is even better than a fishmonger's! He's swift!"

Landon shot Jordan a cold look. Although he shut himself up immediately, he still had a face full of admiration.

"You made all of these yourself?"

Alyssa widened her eyes in disbelief. "Oh my, what time did you have to get out of bed?"

"Just a little earlier than usual. It wasn't my first time making these." The look in Landon's eyes became gentler. He used a tissue and wiped Lauren's mouth gently.

Rose and Tatiana were flabbergasted.

They had both met Landon more than once before. But they couldn't believe that the caring man in front of them was the same person who used to be infamously untamed in Solana City.

He had changed. His gaze, mannerisms, and bearing had completely changed.

The only thing that remained unchanged was his unwavering love for Lauren.

Lauren heard Landon's every word. A lump rose in her throat, and her eyes turned red. Her tears started flowing uncontrollably.

The sudden outburst of emotion frightened Rose and Tatiana. They started to panic.

Alyssa was the only one who felt pained. She directed her complex gaze toward Landon. Property © NôvelDrama.Org.

"It's a crying spell."

Landon wrapped Lauren in his arms. He put his palm on the back of her head and soothed her gently. "It seems like Lauren is still struggling with her autism. But that's alright. I will stay with her, and she will get better eventually."

Alyssa let out a soft sigh.

How could Lauren get better? She had to face such harsh blows consecutively. It was already very strong-willed of her to not have a complete mental breakdown.

If it were her, she might not even have made it through.

After finishing her food, Landon left the ward to make space for the trio to unleash their talents.

He went into another room and got changed into a full suit set.