Can’t Win Me Back

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.

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 him for 24 hours, nothing more.” An officer beside Rio bristled, his

wealthy family! Of course, he has the means to obtain these

him—they're probably conspiring to cover

growled, "Shut up!" Steven's lips curled into

gather, you have

the case, there's nothing more to discuss." His tone was

free to investigate anyone associated

Beckett.

That's your prerogative.

not is none of

do not bother

the full 24 hours, I'll remain by his

I'd appreciate a cup of

Black, no sugar.

stormed back to his office, his temper barely

a subordinate came, bearing

footage from Jasper's office in Beckett Group, where the Crystal Ice was found, had been completely erased, leaving no record

efforts had

development turned the

he the victim of a calculated setup?

swiftly, she contacted Xavier, instructing him to delete all footage from