Can’t Win Me Back

Everyone in the conference room exchanged shocked glances. Even so, none of this was entirely unexpected.

Justin was the only son Javier had with his late first wife. Beckett Group and the Beckett family were originally meant for Justin to inherit as the eldest son. However, due to Justin's health issues, Javier's second son, Jasper, had been the one to benefit from Justin's health issues and take charge.

Now that Justin had returned with a clean bill of health, it was clear he intended to reclaim what he had lost. And joining Beckett Group was the first step in his quest for power.

The power dynamics within Beckett Group were poised for a major shift. A leadership change seemed inevitable. At that moment, Rory stepped forward. In a stern voice, he announced, 'We will now conduct a vote by a show of hands to decide on Mr. Justin Beckett joining Beckett Group's board as a managing director."

As soon as Rory finished, three board members enthusiastically raised their hands.

Justin remained expressionless, but Javier's eyes gleamed with approval as he glanced at the three supporters. Noticing this, the other board members began to follow suit.

After all, Justin was Javier's eldest and legitimate son, favored by him and likely to become a significant figure in the future-especially in any battle against Jasper. For the board members, approving Justin's entry was a simple decision. Resisting Javier's wishes would only invite trouble.

Moreover, some board members harbored grievances against Jasper. While he had led the company to impressive growth and profits, his upright and rigid nature alienated others. Jasper's refusal to curry favor or compromise made him a target of envy.

Before long, nearly every board member had raised their hand. The only exception was Jasper, who sat straight- backed, his eyes lowered, offering no response.

With a faint smile that didn't reach his eyes, Justin observed Jasper's impassive expression.

Jasper's deep, frigid eyes revealed no emotion, appearing as enigmatic and dark as a shadowed sea.

demanded, "Jasper, do you have objections to

favor. My vote makes no difference. Your goal has been achieved, Mr. Javier. Why insist

others relished the spectacle of tension between the

Jasper alone had the audacity to speak so bluntly to

fury rose within him. But he suppressed his anger, unwilling to lash

you are experienced veterans

words pleased the board

this way? Of course not. He couldn't compare to Justin in this regard. Applause filled the room as Justin was officially welcomed as a board member. He strode forward and took a seat across from Jasper. Their locked gazes created an almost palpable tension, like an invisible tsunami

an overview of Project A5," Javier announced as

the resentment in his

by Solana City's government for the next five years. The initial investment for this project is projected to

vision blurred, and a loud buzz filled his ears.

including Javier, watched

as the room began to spin. His body grew cold, wracked with chills

"Mr. Jasper, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?" he asked in a low voice.

to his head, his vision went dark, and he collapsed

Rory turned pale with fright. He tried to catch him but

on the floor, his body convulsing slightly. Just before his eyes closed, he caught a fleeting but unmistakable sight-Justin's face twisted in a subtle,

sharp pain pierced Jasper's heart

enlisted Cyrus' help. After hours of effort, they