Can’t Win Me Back novel (Alyssa and Jasper) novel Chapter 2101

News of Jonah and Julien secretly registering their marriage in Bernardia without their families' knowledge spread like wildfire. Within a day, their entire family knew.

Although everyone had accepted Julien as Jonah's partner, they were still shocked to hear about the marriage between the two men.

The next evening, Jonah and Julien, hand in hand, went to see Winston and Mandy.

Alyssa and the other Taylor family members hurried over, fearing the couple would get a dressing down.

"This is a major event. Why didn't the both of you inform Mandy and me?"

As expected, Winston's displeasure was evident in his stern expression.

Julien, towering beside Jonah, shrank back, not daring to breathe. He clung tightly to Jonah's hand, appearing entirely submissive.

"Dad, Mandy, this was all my idea," Jonah said firmly, intertwining his fingers with Julien's. His protectiveness was evident. "I planned everything behind Julien's back. He had no clue about the proposal until the very last moment."

"Blame me if you need to blame someone," he continued. "Don't blame Julien. But one thing remains unchanged."

Jonah turned, gazing deeply into Julien's blushing face. "Julien and I have registered our marriage. He is my husband—my only partner for the rest of my life."

Afraid of further criticism from Winston, Alyssa tried to lighten the mood. "Congratulations, Jonah! Congratulations!" she exclaimed, clapping loudly.

She nudged Jasper with her hip and winked as she clapped, silently urging him to join in.

Jasper, initially stunned, joined in.

Winston pinched the bridge of his nose. He couldn't hide the gloominess on his face. "Is it because you don't trust me, Jonah? Don't you believe that I've already accepted Julien wholeheartedly?"

Jonah's chest tightened as he looked at Winston with regret.

"He's afraid that Julien didn't get the treatment he deserves. It's rare that everyone in the family is around. He'd hoped that we could all help you out. We didn't think you'd decide everything on your own, hide everything even from your father, and go ahead without telling anyone.

"I think Winston has a right to be mad at you. I'm angry too. You didn't even say a peep before whisking away my nephew!" Mandy pretended to grumble when, in fact, she was feeling gleeful.

"Dad, Aunt Mandy… I'm sorry," Julien choked. He lowered his head in embarrassment.

Alyssa leaned on Jasper's shoulder and watched them. She was moved to tears. Jonah had always been a man of few words, achieving great things quietly. His hard work and dedication were why KS Group thrived under his leadership before Alyssa pursued her career. He was a natural leader and the ideal heir, though it might not have been his true passion.

The only time Jonah felt truly content was when he married Julien.

Winston sighed. "Seeing as Julien called me 'Dad,' I'll forgive you. But you must keep me informed about your plans next time!"