Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

After lunch, Alyssa and Sean headed straight for Mildred's home.

This area was a well-known slum in Solana City. The poverty, neglect, and chaos were even more desolate under a blanket of snow.

Mildred's family lived in a rundown house with dirty bricks on the rooftop, giving the impression that the entire structure might collapse with the slightest gust of wind.

"This is terrible. How could this be?" Sean shook his head, feeling indignant. "The victim's family lives in such dire conditions, and their lives have been shattered. Meanwhile, Justin continues to live as a high-and-mighty, well-respected scion, completely unpunished for his crime. Where is the justice?" With a gloomy look in her eyes, Alyssa sighed. "How can an ordinary citizen fight against a powerful tycoon? This is only one case that you know of. There are countless other dehumanizing and immoral incidents in this world that remain hidden. Many people may never learn about them." As Alyssa and Sean conversed, they soon found themselves at the door to Mildred's home.

"Who are you both looking for?" An old woman walked over with a walking stick. Noticing how well-dressed Alyssa and Sean were, she couldn't help but feel curious.

"Hello, ma'am. We are looking for Mildred Hayes's mother. Her last nis Rollins. Do you know her?" Alyssa gave the old woman a friendly smile.

The old woman's expression shifted to alarm. "Why are you looking for her?" Sean stepped forward and smiled kindly. "Ma'am, we just want to speak with Ms. Hayes's mother to gather sinformation about her daughter. We're here to help, so don't be nervous. We're not bad people." "My advice to you both is to let it go!" The old woman shook her head helplessly. "Mildred's mother might actually get aggressive if you mention Mildred. Besides, she's already lost her mind. Even if you ask her something, she may not be able to provide coherent answers." Alyssa and Sean exclaimed in shock, "She's gone insane?" Esther had been quite coherent when she shouted accusations at Newton in the cemetery the other day, despite being agitated. The old woman clarified, "She is only of unsound mind at times. When she's sane, she wouldn't say a thing. When she's not, she'd wave a cleaver and yell at the walls." Alyssa probed, "What does she yell about?" "Something about the Becketts... But she mumbles, so I can't really catch everything she says." Alyssa and Sean shot each other a look.

After surveying their surroundings, Alyssa said indignantly, "Has no one ever cto help this family over the years? Hasn't anyone visited to improve their living conditions?""There were, but Mildred's mother chased them all away. Eventually, they stopped coming. I truly feel sorry for this family. I heard that their daughter worked as a helper for a prominent family to support her own, and then she just died unexpectedly. Mildred's mother didn't even get to see her one last time. It's a tragedy." Content belongs to en.kikistoriesAfter saying that, the old woman shook her head and staggered away.

"Ms. Alyssa, look over there!" Alyssa looked in the direction where Sean was pointing at. She froze.

Ben and a bodyguard were walking toward them.

Upon spotting Alyssa, Ben appeared startled. "M-Ms. Alyssa?" The atmosphere in the car felt inexplicably heavy.

"Mr. Gorham, are you here today to help Ms. Rollins out, or are you here to shut her up?" The stern look in Alyssa's eyes was terrifying.

She was well aware that Ben was extremely loyal to Newton. He would even lay down his life for him. This level of loyalty also meant that he might engage in extrand unrestrained behavior.

"Ms. Alyssa, there are certain matters that you shouldn't be interfering with." The muscles in Ben's jaws tensed up. In a low-pitched voice, he added, "Sof these matters could have a butterfly effect." "I know that this is a matter involving the Beckett family. I do not wish to overstep either." Alyssa narrowed her eyes Her gaze becassertive and fiery. "However, there is a risk factor with Justin as his mental condition isn't stable. On top of that, he's extremely adept at pretending. Content belongs to en.kikistories"He has now returned to Beckett Group and is trying to oppress Jasper by using his identity as someone who has saved Jasper's life. It's also highly likely that he will beca threat to Jasper's position as the heir to Beckett Group in the future." Ben denied it immediately. "It was unintentional on Mr. Justin's part at the time! I watched him grow up. He has now becan extremely outstanding person!" "Is that so? Do you genuinely believe that he killed someone unintentionally?" Alyssa lifted the corners of her lips into an intimidating smirk. "A 14-year-old boy dared to take a life. Now that he's a grown man with wealth, power, and cunning, what else would he fear? "My request is simple. I just want him to behave himself. For Grandpa Newton's sake, I will not go against him. But, if he dares to do anything to Jasper, don't blme for being ruthless. I'm sorry, but I won't hold back for anyone when it comes to that." Content belongs to en.kikistoriesBen's eyes widened, and a chill swept through him.