Can’t Win Me Back

"Don't be so pessimistic, Jonah," Alyssa said.

Perhaps having just seen Jasper and going through that heart-stopping moment made Alyssa emotional. Tears welled up in her eyes as she continued, "If you truly love someone, you don't need to possess him to find happiness. Isn't it enough to know he's alive, well, and

living freely somewhere in this world?"

"You're right, Lyse." Sorrow filled Jonah's voice as he smiled bitterly. "Julien has already lost and sacrificed too much for my sake. I don't deserve to have such a good man. He'll only find true happiness by leaving me."

...

After Justin took over as CEO of Beckett Group, his first move was to wrest control of the A5 Project bid from Jasper's hands.

Though Jasper had failed as the leader of Beckett Group, as the eldest son, it was only natural for Justin to inherit the position of power.

Justin was aware of lingering opposition within the corporation. Some doubted whether he possessed the decisiveness and singular capability Jasper had demonstrated.

Securing Project A5 would silence those dissenting voices. Even Newton, with all his maneuvering, would no longer pose a threat to Justin's authority.

Javier and Justin sat

has been dropping steadily these past few days," Javier said, his tone measured. "Some have been buying up shares in secret. Thankfully, Justin, you've

his gaze warm with approval. "You've never disappointed me, not even as a

lips curled into a faint smile. With elegant precision, he lifted the teapot and poured tea for

you entrust me with this role because of Jasper's downfall, or have you always intended to give me a

today. How could I not want to give you a chance? "Besides, you've already proven yourself. During the crisis with the Jesseltons from Mosgravia and the prohibited drug scandal, you turned the tide and saved

his prime, he wasn't dumb. He recognized Justin's question as

share price in flux, and the critical A5 Project looming, Javier couldn't afford to let Justin doubt his support. Placating him was essential to Beckett Group's stability. "Dad, I'm really glad to hear you say that." Justin chuckled softly, seemingly satisfied with the response. "Don't worry. I'll make sure

on the

gave his permission, Rory entered with an iPad. He walked urgently

to keep the online comments in control, the three major television stations are

it!" Javier hurled his cup across the room, shattering it. "We've advertised with them for years, and

down, Dad. This isn't any major issue." Justin

for Project A5!" Javier paced, his hands clasped behind his back. "Even though we have no local