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.

one who provided my client with these medications, she would

the pills found in

are indeed Crystal

Gillis is highly suspicious.

access to the Beckett residence, she could easily have planted

froze

Javier sat in the study at Seaview

He was deeply troubled.

stood behind him,

"Why...

drugs? He's not the type of person to do

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

"I'll handle Jasper's case.

I can to secure his release and minimize the damage to Beckett Group." "How

is already

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

the stock price will hit the limit

our losses then." Javier shook his

believe Jasper would take drugs." For all his

Sheryl spoke up timidly.

— his health issues, his workload, and