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.

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 means to

him would do anything for him—they're probably conspiring to cover for him!" Rio glared

Steven's lips

I gather, you

nothing more to discuss." His

investigate anyone associated with

Beckett.

That's your prerogative.

or not is

not bother me with

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

the meantime, I'd appreciate a cup

Black, no sugar.

back to his office, his temper barely

a subordinate came, bearing

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

recovery efforts had

the situation into an

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

Xavier, instructing him to