Can't Win Me Back

The complexity of Jasper's case far exceeded Rio's expectations. There were so many underlying factors!

"Firstly, I 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. If she's the one who provided my client with these medications, she would know their source. "If the pills found in Mr. Beckett's office are indeed Crystal Ice, then Dr. Gillis is highly suspicious. As a private physician with unrestricted access to the Beckett residence, she could easily have planted the drugs in Mr. Beckett's office." Rio froze at Steven's assertion.

...

Late into the night, Javier sat in the study at Seaview Manor, his chest tight with unease. He was deeply troubled.

Rory stood behind him, giving him a massage.

"Why... Why would Jasper take drugs? He's not the type of person to do that," Javier muttered.

"Please take care of yourself, Dad," Justin said, placing a cup of tea in front of him. "I'll handle Jasper's case. I'll do everything I can to secure his release and minimize the damage to Beckett Group."RêAd lat𝙚St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only

"How do you plan to minimize it?" Javier frowned. "The news is already out. Our stock price will plummet as soon as the market opens tomorrow."

Justin remained calm, a faint smile tugging at his lips. "Once we secure Project A5, the stock price will hit the limit up. We'll recover all our losses then."

Javier shook his head, his temples throbbing. "I still can't believe Jasper would take drugs."

For all his faults, Javier trusted Jasper's character.

Sheryl spoke up timidly. "Maybe he's been under too much stress-his health issues, his workload, and the breakup with Ms. Alyssa-" "Sheryl, this is none of your business," Justin snapped.

Sheryl raised a brow, then retreated to the side.

Javier massaged his temples. "With the project deadline looming and Jasper in trouble, I'll have to handle the tasks and meetings myself."

just around the corner and Jasper being in trouble, there is no choice but for me to take over those tasks and social meetings with external parties."

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"I can help, if you trust me," Justin said, meeting Javier's gaze with sincerity.

Javier slowly lifted his head, locking eyes with Justin.

At that moment, Barry's voice rang out urgently from the other side of the door. "Mr. Javier, the police are here They've come to take someone for questioning."

Having had enough of this, Javier's patience snapped. "Who are they here for?" "Dr. Sheryl Gillis."

Javier, Justin, and Rory turned to Sheryl.

Her face stiffened, and her eyes darted toward Justin, who remained calm.

"Go on, Sheryl," Justin said smilingly, his tone indifferent. "Cooperate fully with the authorities. Just answer their questions truthfully."