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But could her injured, pained heart really be healed by this love that had come too late?
Alyssa took a deep breath, exited the car, and walked up to him.
“Lyse…”
“What is this? Highway robbery?” Alyssa snapped, eyes scanning him up and down.
“You left is a hurry from the hospital, so I didn’t have a chance to speak to you,” Jeremy said gently,
Ignoring her frigidity
“We wouldn’t have met there if it didn’t concern Lauren’s well-being. There’s nothing more to say between us.” Alyssa turned and marched straight for the villa gates.
She added, “I’ll have someone send over the next batch of medicine for the second stage of your healing. If you want to live a long life, make sure you take them on time.”
“Lyse, wait.” Jeremy reached out to hold her hand.
But Alyssa stopped just then. “By the way, do relay a message of mine to Landon. I’m aware of his feelings for Lauren, and I vehemently disagree with it.”
Jeremy blinked rapidly, frowning.
aw, I would “I know I’m no longer Lauren’s sister-in-law but an outsider, and even if I were still her in- law, never have the right to step in on her personal affairs so long as her parents were still breathing. But unfortunately, I insist on stepping in.”
There was a a hint of anger in Alyssa’s tone as she continued, “Right now, the only person who could help Lauren in your family is Grandpa, but you know just as I do what condition he is in right now. He’s getting older, and he may not have the energy to be concerned with Lauren’s affairs too much anymore.
“Lauren’s parents are basically there for show, and so are you. When have you ever come to her aid first thing v when she was in trouble all this time? You clearly have no capability to keep her safe, and she’s clearly not your priority.”
Jeremy’s heart winced with pain as he slowly balled a hand into a fist.
“That’s why I’m going to care about Lauren. From now on, I’m treating her as my sister and family,” Alyssa said sternly, “And I will never, ever agree to a relationship between her and Landon!”
“Why not?” Jeremy asked, taking a step closer to her, meeting her steely gaze.
????
Misunderstanding his gaze for a challenge, Alyssa scowled, “Why not? Do you not care about your sister’s well-being, Jeremy Walsh? Or do you just not care that Landon is going to use her for his selfish desires, all because she’s Sophia’s daughter?”
Jeremy was angry now. Not at Alyssa, really. He could empathize with where she was coming from. But he
“Landon genuinely likes Lauren. You saw how much she depended on him today, Lyse, how much she wants to be with-“
“Is being dependent the same thing as like? Don’t forget that Lauren is on the spectrum and has rarely attended a day of school. How could someone like her, who’s never been exposed to the real world, know what a relationship between adults is like?” Alyssa exclaimed, her voice echoing in the night air.
“Would you give them one chance, Lyse, if Landon truly likes Lauren?” Jeremy was nearly begging by now.
“First of all, you know just how hedonistic a lifestyle Landon has lived all these years with all those women he’s slept with.
“I know there’s a possibility for him to turn away from those one day and settle down, but Lauren is too incompatible with him..
“She doesn’t know how to keep him under control or meet him on equal footing. I can’t watch Lauren waste away her youth like this.
“Secondly, do you really think marrying into the Harper family is the right decision for Lauren?” Alyssa asked sternly.
Jeremy winced. He and Landon rarely spoke about the latter’s family, even though they’d been close friends for so many years.
Jeremy knew mentioning the issues in the Harper family would only upset Landon, so he rarely brought it up, though it remained an area of concern for him.
Alyssa continued, “Mrs. Harper is a woman with traditional beliefs. After her husband’s unfortunate passing, the hope of the family now lies on Landon’s shoulders.
“If she already has a grudge against Betty, how could Lauren ever make it past her? Landon adores and respects his mother.
“Do you think he’d challenge her just to be with Lauren? Don’t forget that cunning sister of his, too, who’s differently? been using Betty as a pawn to get her way. Do you think she’d treat Lauren any
“If Lauren really stays by Landon’s side, it would upset his entire family system and only cause more disturbance to her life. Would Lauren truly be happy, then?
“Even if Landon loved her with all her might, their love would slowly crumble under the weight of all these obstacles sooner or later. Not to mention how innocent Lauren is-what could she do to even fight back.
against them?”
Alyssa’s eyes were red-rimmed with unshed tears by now.
Jeremy gazed longingly at her, a sharp warmth filling his heart alongside guilt and regret.
She was projecting her own suffering and torment from their three years of marriage onto Lauren. This he knew very well.
Alyssa hadn’t let go of her pain. She’d only forced it down her throat each time she was reminded of it, behind bitter tears and choked sobs.
Alyssa had nothing more to say any longer. If Jeremy insisted on supporting Landon, she would just opt to do things her way.
Just as she was about to leave, Jeremy marched up and hugged her from behind, wrapping his arms around her.
“You” Alyssa’s breathing hitched in shock.
“I’m so sorry. It was all my fault for upsetting you. I won’t bring it up again if it makes you unhappy, I won’t
Jeremy’s arm was around her waist and shoulder, hugging her tightly, as if wanting to melt into one with her.
Alyssa tensed up instantly, shivering with how close his voice was to her ear. “Let go, Jeremy…
Her voice was so meek and soft, as if she didn’t really want him to let go.
“No.” Jeremy nuzzled his way into her neck. “I’m not a greedy man, Lyse. But I can never have enough of you. Not with hugging or kissing.”
Even his words of confession were so brutally honest. It made Alyssa’s heart skip.
“Lyse.”
Just then, another voice called out from behind them, soft yet stern.
The familiar voice cut through Jeremy’s heart like a blade.
Alyssa suddenly came back to her senses and tore away from Jeremy’s grip, as if she’d been caught doing something inappropriate. She shoved Jeremy away, making the man stumble backward.
“What are you you doing here, Mr. Jameson?” Alyssa asked curtly, unable to mask the shock in her eyes.
Jameson bristled with killing intent, shaking just the slightest against the dark background. He shot
Jeremy a menacing glare, pushing at his glasses, It disappeared just as swiftly as it came, though not before Jeremy picked up on it.
In response, Jeremy stirred up the deadliest energy he could muster, nearly snarling at Jameson. He was never one to lose when it came to this, especially not now when he stood before the woman he loved.
Alyssa noticed Jeremy’s gaze. It looked like he was ready to tear Jameson limb by limb.
Alyssa was perplexed by the animosity displayed. Was it all because Jameson stopped him from taking advantage of her?
How shameless!
“Are you okay, Lyse?” Jameson went over to Alyssa’s side, asking kindly, ‘Do you need any help?”
“No, I’m fine.” Alyssa smiled, making Jeremy tremble with envy.
It had been ages since Alyssa smiled at him like that. Yet now it was directed at Jameson Schmidt!
“You don’t look fine.” Jameson stood close by her side, exuding a protective, authoritative presence. He then glanced at Jeremy. “Do you need me to do something about him?”
Jameson was behaving as if he was dating Alyssa!
Jeremy’s eyes!
red with fury as he clenched his hands into fists. If Alyssa weren’t here, Jeremy would have struck him by now.
“No need. His legs are still functioning, so he can leave on his own.” Alyssa didn’t once look at Jeremy when she spoke.
“Then… Can you come with me, Lyse?” Jameson asked.
Alyssa’s eyes widened in surprise.