Can’t Win Me Back

The complexity of Jasper's case far exceeded Rio's expectations.

There were so many underlying factors! "Firstly, 1 didn't know this was a narcotic, Chief Olson," Jasper explained calmly.

"As you mentioned, this is a new drug that's only emerged in Solana City over the past two months.

Most people haven't encountered it yet.

Even someone as informed as you likely just started learning about it.

How could I have known? "Secondly, I wouldn't have taken it if I'd known it was a narcotic.

I'm dealing with health issues right now.

Taking drugs would only harm me further.

Why would I jeopardize my own life? Why would I not want to live a long life?" Jasper's posture was upright, exuding an air of sternness reminiscent of a disciplined soldier.

His righteous demeanor made it hard to believe he was a man struggling with drug addiction.

Who could look at him and think otherwise? While Rio mulled over the situation, Steven interjected with a serious tone.

"Chief Olson, I strongly suggest questioning Dr.

Gillis as soon as possible.

she's the one who provided my client with these medications, she would

the pills

are indeed Crystal

Gillis is highly suspicious.

physician with unrestricted access to the Beckett residence, she

Rio froze at

Javier sat in the study at Seaview

He was deeply troubled.

behind him, giving him a

"Why...

He's not the type of person to do that," Javier

take care of yourself, Dad," Justin said, placing a cup of tea in

"I'll handle Jasper's case.

minimize the damage to Beckett Group." "How do you

is already

market opens tomorrow." Justin remained calm, a faint smile tugging

A5, the stock price will hit the limit

our losses then." Javier shook his head, his

take drugs."

Sheryl spoke up timidly.

too much stress — his