Can't Win Me Back



Chapter 2417

"How about now? Is Ms. Altman at home?' Alyssa asked urgently.

"She isn't," Clark replied. "She drove out the back gate alone around 11:00 pm. Our security personnel stopped her then, but she said she was just going out for some fresh air because she had trouble sleeping. She promised she wouldn't be long, but it's strange-she hasn't returned even now.

Alyssa's ears began to ring, her heart sinking like a stone.

When she ended the call, her nightgown clung to her skin, drenched in cold sweat. Her trembling hand gripped the phone tightly.

She thought of calling Jonah, but he was still searching for Julien in Mosgravia. He wouldn't be able to return in time.

Silas wasn't home tonight; he was likely with Rose. Besides, he was more of an academic than a fighter-not someone who could help in a crisis. Getting him out of bed in the middle of the night couldn't possibly solve any of their problems.

Axel had returned to his organization, leaving Cyrus as the only one accessible who might help.novelbin

Pacing by the window, Alyssa dialed Cyrus' number, but her calls went unanswered-three attempts, no response.

Filled with a sense of urgency, Alyssa threw a coat over herself and darted downstairs.

The commotion woke Rosie, a light sleeper. She hurried out in a cardigan, her face etched with concern.

Seeing Alyssa pale as a ghost, Rosie blurted out, "Madam, are you unwell? Where are you going? Let me come with you!"

"Mrs. Rosie... My sister-in-law is in trouble. I have to save her!"

Normally, Alyssa kept such matters to herself, avoiding unnecessary worry for others. But tonight, her emotional turmoil spilled over.

Your sister-in-law? Which one?" Rosie asked, confused. Alyssa had several brothers, after all.

"It's Amber. She's in danger. I need to go to her!" Alyssa started for the door, but Rosie blocked her path.

"Madam, you can't go out alone-it's too dangerous! Call your brothers. Aren't they capable? One of them is even a police officer. At least file a report. Going out alone won't solve anything!"

Of course Alyssa wanted to call the police. However, Amber's situation was uncertain, and missing person reports required a 48-hour wait. By then, it might be too late.

"M-Madam? You're... crying?' Rosie's mind went blank when she saw tears flowing down Alyssa's cheeks.

"Mrs. Rosie, I can't get anyone to help me right now. I have to do this myself." Alyssa's excessive understanding, caution, and consideration had left her feeling helpless.

"Says who? You still have Mr. Jasper!"

Stunned, Alyssa paused. "Jasper?"

"Yes! Call him. He'll drop everything for you. I'll call him right now. Rosie pulled out her phone.

Will he... Will he come?" Alyssa asked, her voice quivering, doubt clouding her eyes.

"He will. Always." Rosie pulled Alyssa into a comforting embrace, her own tears welling up. Madam, trust Mr. Jasper. I refuse to believe he's forgotten his love for you, no matter what he's been through. I don't believe it!"

Alyssa's heart clenched, a single tear slipping down her cheek.

In the early hours, silence enveloped Seaview Manor.

Xavier stood outside Jasper's door like a sentinel, his fists clenched. His bloodshot eyes betrayed the torment he carried, the weight of his unspoken agony.