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.

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

Of course, he has the means to obtain

for him—they're probably conspiring to cover for him!" Rio

lips curled into a faint

I gather, you

there's nothing more to discuss."

free to investigate anyone associated with

Beckett.

That's your prerogative.

you find anything or not is none of our

do not bother me

insist on detaining my client for the full 24 hours, I'll remain by his side

the meantime, I'd appreciate a cup of

Black, no sugar.

stormed back to his office,

later, a subordinate came, bearing grim

Jasper's office in Beckett Group, where the Crystal Ice was found,

had proved

the situation

the drugs himself, or was he the victim of a calculated setup? Unbeknownst

instructing him to