Can’t Win Me Back

When Jasper and Alyssa got home, Jasper received a call from Xavier. Then, he went to the study to get some work done. “Mr. Beckett, the foundation’s matters are pretty much all set. You’ll just need to pick a date for the official announcement.” “Alright. Thanks.” Jasper’s voice sounded low and a little weary.

“Also, weren’t you planning to bring Madam to Swizo for a holiday? I’ve made preparations for a manor there. It’s right at the foot of the Alton Mountains. The scenery there is fantastic. You and Madam can head over there any time,” Xavier said in a jolly tone.

He had been feeling elated since they defeated Sophia. Every day, he was so happy that he’d be smiling in his sleep.

However, Jasper still didn’t respond after a while. He wasn’t paying attention. He was still thinking about his conversation with Justin earlier that night. He was also bothered by how Justin had looked at Alyssa.

Jasper felt his chest tighten. The look in his eyes was deep.

“Mr. Beckett? Mr. Beckett? Did you doze off?”

Jasper jolted back to his senses. “What were you saying?”

“| was saying that I’ve made arrangements at Swizo. You can bring Madam for a vacation there any time.”

happened, Mr. Beckett? You

earlier tonight. He’s also met Lyse.” Jasper massaged his temples. He was feeling disconcerted. “What?” Xavier couldn’t help but exclaim.

reprimand him for his language. He explained, “We were on a video call. Lyse and Grandpa were around, too. Justin said that he wanted to

Beckett! You’re

rambled on. “That incident that happened when you were kids… It was an accident! An accident! What happened

However, you shouldn’t need to feel like you owe it

furrowed his brows slightly. His

trying to be a conspiracy theorist. But who knows if those kidnappers were actually targeting Mr. Justin?

about it. You were still so young back then. It had only been a few years since you got back to

in public. He’s

surely have been my number one target! He would be more valuable as a hostage compared to you. You were just an added benefit at the time!” Jasper

crudely. Nevertheless, his

an “illegitimate son”. Justin was far

Jasper couldn’t deny that Justin had fought for his life too. That was