This situation had spiraled far beyond Jack's expectations, layered with complexities and hidden agendas.

Justin sat tall, his posture straight and demeanor upright, exuding an air of righteous confidence.

His military background shone through, his presence steady and commanding completely at odds with someone allegedly controlled by drug addiction.

"I didn't know it was a drug," Justin added, his tone calm yet resolute. "As you mentioned, this is a new designer drug that only emerged in Savrow two months ago. Even those as experienced as you have just recently encountered it. How could someone like me, with no prior exposure, recognize it?"

Justin's piercing gaze met Jack's.

"Secondly, if I had known, I would never have taken it. My body is already facing health challenges. Adding drug use would be suicidal. Do you think I value my life so little?"

He paused, his words sharp and unwavering. "Am I so tired of living that I'd dig my own grave?"

Jack hesitated, grappling with the sheer conviction emanating from Justin. His argument was logical, his presence commanding. It was difficult to reconcile this man with the image of a drug addict.

measured but firm. "Captain Lowe, I suggest you summon Dr. Amaryllis for questioning immediately. If she was the one providing the medication, she must know its origin. Furthermore, if the pills found

personal physician. You have to consider the likelihood that she planted the drugs

sat in his armchair in his study at Tideview Manor, his chest heavy

could Justin be involved with drugs? That's not the son I know," Gregory muttered, his voice laced

of tea and placed it before his father. "I'll handle Justin's situation. I'll get him out as soon as possible and minimize the

the damage? The news has already spread! Tomorrow, when the market opens, our stock prices will plummet again!" Gregory clenched

"As long as we secure the A5 project, the stock prices will hit

hand to his throbbing temple. "I still don't believe Justin would take drugs. Despite my

"Maybe it's the stress. Between his illness, work, and his recent breakup

concern," Grant

quickly stepped back, her lips pressed

the project looming and Justin caught up in this mess, I'll have to take on

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