Jasper sat upright next to Steven, looking unperturbed.

Yet deep within, he held immense admiration for the man beside him.

Born into nobility, Jasper was naturally aloof, and Steven's humility and poise were qualities Jasper rarely encountered, even among the elite circles.

Only a select few had ever earned his respect.

If he managed to navigate this ordeal and return safely to the Beckett Group, he already resolved to approach Steven personally.

He would offer Steven the position of the company's legal advisor, with remuneration entirely at Steven's discretion—a gesture of Jasper's utmost sincerity.

As the interrogation progressed, Rio's confidence began to falter.

His expression grew stiffer with each passing moment until he finally let out a frustrated sigh.

He was cornered.

Steven, exuding the authority of a judge, spoke firmly.

"It's one thing to summon my client for questioning or harbor suspicions about him.

But every case must adhere to one fundamental principle— procedural justice." His sharp gaze swept across the room.

evidence to prove that my client used or purchased drugs? Have you uncovered new witnesses or testimony? If the answer to all of these is 'no,' then you are only permitted to detain

scion of a wealthy family! Of course, he has the

for him—they're probably

up!" Steven's lips curled

gather, you have no concrete

more to

free to investigate anyone associated with

Beckett.

That's your prerogative.

you find anything or not is none

do not bother me with

client for the full 24 hours, I'll remain by his side

meantime, I'd appreciate a cup of

Black, no sugar.

stormed back to his

later, a subordinate came, bearing

where the Crystal Ice was found, had been completely erased,

had

the situation into

drugs himself, or was he the victim of

him to delete all footage from Jasper's

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