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.

my client with these medications,

pills found

indeed Crystal Ice, then

Gillis is highly suspicious.

unrestricted access to the Beckett residence,

Rio froze at

the study at Seaview Manor,

He was deeply troubled.

him,

"Why...

would Jasper take drugs? He's not the

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

"I'll handle Jasper's case.

to secure his release and minimize the damage to Beckett Group." "How do you

news is already

market opens tomorrow." Justin

secure Project A5, the stock price

our losses then." Javier shook his

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

Sheryl spoke up timidly.

been under too much stress — his health issues, his workload, and the breakup with