Can't Win Me Back



Chapter 2378

Justin asked, "Who are you talking about?"

"Amber Altman! It must be her."

Sheryl clenched her teeth in anger. 'She was by Jameson's side the entire time. She must have heard things about me.

"On top of that, she went with Jameson to Mosgravia to meet with you on several occasions. Now that I'm back, she must be suspicious of me and tailing me in secret. That previous encounter at the orphanage should have been a warning!"

Justin smiled slightly and did not comment.

The look in Sheryl's eyes turned grim. "Sir, we can no longer spare Amber. I don't care if she suspects me, but if she starts suspecting you and blabs to Alyssa, you would be in trouble!"

A tired expression crossed Justin's face. "I understand why you're worried, but I don't have the energy to waste on these irrelevant people at the moment.Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.

"Don't worry, Sir!" Sheryl lowered herself in front of Justin once again. She picked up his hand and held it tightly. "Leave that bitch to me. No matter what it takes or what it costs, I will ensure your safety and help you reclaim everything that belongs to you."

The next evening, Cyrus, Alyssa, and Jonah were in the cellar of Heightsnew Villa.

What did you say? They had a fake prisoner take his place?"

Cyrus raised his brows in shock. He was so surprised that he almost crushed the wine glass in his hand.

"Did they fucking think the surveillance system in Solana City's prison is just for show? Are they trying to bring The Shawshank Redemption to life?"

Alyssa swirled her wine glass while propping her chin up with her other hand. "It sounds more like The Shawshank Exchange to me."

She was about to take a drink when Jonah stepped forward quietly. He covered the rim of her glass with his palm and said, "Lyse, your doctor told you not to consume any alcohol for a month. Have you forgotten?'

Alyssa pouted and grumbled, "Hey, I was just enjoying the mood in the cellar.

"Damn it. They transferred a prisoner out of prison without anyone noticing, and even substituted him with someone else? This is more serious than breaking out of prison. The authorities will be humiliated if word gets out."

Cyrus blew his top. He slammed his hand on the table and jumped to his feet. "I can't sit by and do nothing. I have to report this to the station first thing tomorrow morning!"

The look in Alyssa's eyes turned serious. "Don't! The fact that Zachary was able to get out of prison shows that there are corrupt cops among Solana City's police force. If you report this and make it publicly known, we will lose our lead.

'Then, not only would you fail to arrest Zachary, but we might never uncover Justin's secret scheme. Our entire plan would be ruined if we act hastily.

Jonah's charming face grew solemn as he replaced the wine in Alyssa's hand with warm water. "I agree with Lyse. We will lose everything if we take action now."

Cyrus buried his head in his hands in frustration. He pulled at his hair and sighed.

He was an upright police officer. Yet, all he could do was be patient while watching a criminal roam free. Not being able to arrest him felt more torturous than castration!

Jonah sat down next to Alyssa. "Cyrus, have any of your colleagues been behaving suspiciously recently?"

"My colleagues?"

Alyssa took a gulp of water. With a dull look in her eyes, she said, "Considering the level of authority required, I suspect it's someone in a higher position. They would have to be a police chief, at the very least."

Cyrus was appalled. "Lyse, are you suggesting you're suspicious of Mr. Barrett?"

"Cyrus, all in all, you must keep this to yourself for now. Pretend this never happened. At the same time, Investigate the circumstances of Zachary's imprisonment to confirm my suspicions."

Cyrus ran his tongue across his teeth. In a firm voice, he replied, "Will do! You have never been wrong about your guesses. This time, I will stand firmly by your side. I will not cause any chaos in the organization!"

Alyssa stifled a laugh and beamed.

Ever since Jasper's incident, the Taylor brothers had never seen Alyssa smile. They were so delighted that they welled up.

"Next, I want to investigate the patients confined in that run-down hospital building." Alyssa's expression tumed solemn again as she thought of those patients in such dire conditions.

"There's something I don't understand," Jonah said, knitting his brows in confusion. "The Dutton family has been destroyed. They can't assist Justin in any way. Why did he go to such lengths to help his uncle escape from prison?"

Alyssa lapped her chin thoughtfully

There was no doubt that Jonah had just asked an excellent question.

Beneath Justin's elegant and easygoing appearance lay a ruthless and egocentric personality. He would never engage in anything that wouldn't benefit him, nor would he help anyone of no use to him. Jameson's fate alone was sufficient to reveal his heartless nature. As Alyssa contemplated this, she took a deep breath.

They are probably accomplices. As for what they are plotting, we'll have to continue investigating."

Amber was in the kitchen, helping Lyla and Colene prepare desserts for the family's consumption the next day.

Axel had purchased a manor in Belbanks for her and put it under her name. He chose a location near Heightsnew Villa to make it convenient for her to visit at any time.

Amber had no family, so the Taylors were her family. She would come to Heightsnew Villa to help Mandy, Colene, and Lyla however she could.

At the same time, she was careful not to visit too often, lest she bother them or overstay her welcome.

She was overly cautious, meek, and understanding. The Taylors were fond of her, but more than that, their hearts went out to her.

"Amber, you and Axel should just go ahead and register your marriage the next time he gets some time off work."

While Colene kneaded the dough, she winked at Lyla, signaling her to back her up. "It's so troublesome traveling back and forth. It would be much easier for you to marry into the family. Then we ladies can get together every day. Oh, right. Can you play bridge? The three of us are always short of one player!"

Amber's heart raced, and she blushed. The dough in her hands became messy as she grew flustered.

"I can. A little," she stuttered.

Lyla smiled broadly. "Colene is right. We will become a family sooner or later anyway. Axel is always away from home, and we can't feel at ease knowing you're living alone."

"It's alright. I'm fine going back and forth. It isn't troublesome at all. Plus, I can look after myself," Amber said, her voice as light as a cloud.

She still felt deeply inferior and was held captive by the fear of a potentially blissful future, even though she was well aware of Axel's deep love for her.

Colene was about to speak when she suddenly froze.

With the cold winter air still clinging to him, Axel had appeared in the kitchen unnoticed.

Hands in his pockets and head tilted playfully, he watched Amber from behind. His fiery eyes overflowed with passionate intensity.