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.

provided my client with these medications, she would know their

the pills found in

indeed Crystal Ice,

Gillis is highly suspicious.

Beckett residence, she

Rio froze

Javier sat in the study

He was deeply troubled.

him, giving him a

"Why...

the type of person to do that,"

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

"I'll handle Jasper's case.

the damage to Beckett Group." "How do you plan to minimize it?"

news is already

stock price will plummet as soon as the market opens tomorrow." Justin remained calm, a faint smile

stock price will

our losses then." Javier shook

can't believe Jasper would take drugs." For all

Sheryl spoke up timidly.

much stress — his health issues, his workload, and the