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.

drugs? Have you uncovered new witnesses or testimony? If the answer to all of these is 'no,' then you are

family! Of course, he has

for him—they're probably conspiring

"Shut up!" Steven's lips curled into a faint

I gather, you have no

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

investigate anyone

Beckett.

That's your prerogative.

anything or not is none of our

do not bother me with

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

I'd appreciate

Black, no sugar.

to his office, his temper barely

later, a subordinate

Beckett Group, where the Crystal Ice was found, had been completely

had proved

the situation into

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

she contacted Xavier, instructing him