Can’t Win Me Back

Xavier seethed as he took in the insincere smile on Justin's face. Deep down, he was cursing him with every profanity imaginable.

"Whatever makes you happy."

Ignoring Justin's dark gaze, Jasper kept his eyes fixed ahead as he strode past him.

Out of nowhere, Justin chuckled and asked, "Did you really think you had people on your side during the board meeting?"

Jasper halted, his eyes narrowing.

"Grandpa tried his best to shield you, but his health is failing by the day. How much longer do you think an old man can protect you?"

Lowering his gaze, Justin idly adjusted the ruby cufflinks on his sleeves. His voice was casual yet cutting. "And Lyse -after how ruthlessly you discarded her, do you still believe she'll stand by you no matter what? That she'll fight alongside you like before?"

pulse quickened. Finally, he answered, his voice a low rasp. "Regardless of her

he

out, "Alright then-let's wait and

seat of a luxury car in the basement parking lot, Justin tugged at his necktie, his; gaze downcast. "Mr. Beckett, here's the red wine

decanted red wine into a tall

and then downed a large gulp as if trying to smother the turmoil

before advising, "Mr. Beckett, for the sake of your health... you really shouldn't

"I know my limits."

turning soft. "Dr. Gillis will be released in two

Eden answered, "That's right."

tipped his chin slightly and instructed, "Take