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.

office of Beckett Group, Javier and Justin

"Some have been buying up shares in secret. Thankfully, Justin, you've been able to

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

the teapot and poured tea for Javier. "You and

have to ask-did you entrust me with this role because

are today. How could I not want to give you a chance? "Besides, you've already proven yourself. During the crisis with

he wasn't dumb. He recognized Justin's question as a

was essential to Beckett Group's stability. "Dad, I'm really glad to hear you say that." Justin chuckled softly, seemingly satisfied

on the

Rory entered with an iPad. He walked urgently to

the three major television

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

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

hands clasped behind his back. "Even though we have no local competitors in Solana City KS Group from Belbanks is