Chapter 281

Alyssa stated, "You could get plastic surgery or change your name, but you'll never cover up your past no matter how hard you try.

"The clues will show up if we look closer. I choose to keep my silence, not because I am nice. I couldn't be bothered because it's none of my business, that's all.

"If you try me again, don't blame me for airing your dirty laundry."

Liana felt her heart tighten. She was sickened by Alyssa's threat, as though she was sucked dry.

…

Alyssa and Jameson were gone when Jasper emerged from the rose garden. After the conversation with Jameson, Jasper stood alone like a statue in the chilly breeze for a while.

The night had fallen. Jasper arranged for Liana to be driven back to the hospital while he returned to Seaview Manor with Xavier.

During the trip, Xavier sweated profusely and apologized furiously to Jasper with a reddened face.

"Mr. Beckett, I'm so sorry! Punish me in any way you want! It's all my fault for not doing my research and failing to recog