"I've asked Liana to leave. She will not bother me anymore." Jasper stared into Alyssa's unfeeling eyes and swallowed hard."Is that so? Congratulations, then. At least one good thing came out of tonight's debacle. You got rid of a trouble." Alyssa flashed him a sarcastic smile, like a proud and thorny rose. She continued, "I know you are an expert at wrapping up romantic relationships. I wonder if Ms. Gardner has received her 20 million dollars and a villa?"Jasper felt as though he was physically struck by the flash of purplish lightning outside the window. His shoulders were trembling, and his chest was numb from the pain.He was again reminded of the cruel scene where he threw the divorce papers at Alyssa. He stubbornly wanted to escape from the contract marriage without thinking about the hurt he had inflicted on her. His action almost destroyed her pride and ego.The tear-stained divorce paper remained tucked away in his headboard storage.He was afraid to picture Alyssa
After leaving the hospital, Alyssa was plagued by worries about Newton's health. She decided to reach out to Mandy later. As a family of doctors, the Lovelaces were known for their excellent medical expertise in the nation. Therefore, Alyssa would like their help to find a solution to Newton's chronic illness.On their way home, Silas scrolled through Twitter and read out the amusing negative comments about Liana he came across, keeping Alyssa entertained."Hahaha! I'm surprised at how adorable the annoying keyboard warriors seem today! I'd love to frame some of their comments!" Silas teared up from laughing at the myriad of creative hate comments.Alyssa looked out of the window with pursed lips. She felt a rush of frustration when she recalled the golden lapel pin on Jasper that night.She considered all her gifts for him as skeletons from her past—items she'd rather destroy than see with him."Rosaline and Curtis are in Cyrus' control now. Both are at the police station." Jon
"Mr. Jasper!" Mrs. Rosie waddled toward Jasper from the other end of the corridor with bags in her hands."Mrs. Rosie!" Jasper shot up and helped her with the bags. "Why are you here?""I heard from Xavier that Mr. Beckett Senior was hospitalized, and you'd be staying the night. I brought you some toiletries, clothes, and supper. You should share the food with Xavier."Mrs. Rosie led Jasper back to the seat and laid out the food containers."Mrs. Rosie, I'm not hungry. Xavier can have it." He stared at the steam from the hot food. That was the first time he felt a touch of warmth in the long night.Even if he managed to mentally pull himself together after all the chaos, he did not have much appetite."I-I'm not hungry as well! Mrs. Rosie, thanks for the offer!" Xavier shook his head. He wouldn't want to eat before his boss did."Gobble it up, you all!" She felt sorry at the sight of Jasper's exhausted appearance and shoved a piece of cake into his mouth. She added, "Are you r
Overnight, the Gardner family met its downfall while going viral online. Netizens joked that the family was a cautionary tale of law and order and should be given a lifetime achievement award for their "service".Rosaline Kirkman had been arrested and sentenced for contract killing and abetting murder, which did not warrant a death or life sentence, but she had to spend twenty years or more behind bars. As she was 50 years old at the time of sentencing, she should expect to spend the rest of her life in prison.At the same time, Andrew Gardner suffered a stroke from the shock and was sent to the ICU. As a result of delayed treatment due to the chaos at the event, he fell into a deep coma from hypoxia and brain tissue damage."Ms. Gardner, please be mentally prepared. There is a high possibility that your father might fall into a vegetative state." Upon hearing Andrew's prognosis from the doctor, Liana froze by the door. The colors drained from her face.At that moment, the Gard
"It's way better than welcoming that scandal-ridden, shameless bitch into our family and letting the Gardners leech off us. We've only announced the engagement without an official party. It's easy to cut them off," Betty concluded."Shut up and eat your meal!" Sophia glowered at Betty. She was frustrated at her thoughtless daughter for touching the sore spot.Javier looked more sullen than before. Sophia's misstep had dragged the Beckett Group through the mud once more. Thankfully, the internet was focused on Liana's scandal-ridden past at the time being. If not, the Beckett Group would become a joke due to the scandal surrounding Liana's cheating and the existence of the bastard child."Madam Sophia!" The butler shuffled into the dining hall with a troubled expression. "Ms. Gardner is out there. She demands to meet with you."Sophia's face crumbled. She felt as if she was on pins and needles. "Go meet with her. We're family, after all," Javier chimed in frostily, eyelids droop
Covered in a cold sweat, Sophia returned to the dining hall with a heavy heart. She couldn't believe that Liana, whom she had groomed, had turned against her and threatened her.She was not afraid of Liana spilling the beans because there was no hard evidence that could incriminate her. Still, she noticed that Javier was not as crazy about her as before. Therefore, she was vigilant of any potential trouble that might affect her standing in the Beckett Family. "Javier, Lia is in the wrong, but she was a child who grew up in front of your eyes. You know what a nice and thoughtful kid she was."Now that my sister is in prison, and my brother-in-law is in a coma, their family is in huge financial trouble. That poor thing is too scared to face the debtors at home. I feel sorry for this poor girl that I've raised."Sophia clasped her dainty hand on the back of Javier's stiffened hand. Tearing up, she argued, "Javier, you have always been forgiving and generous. "Why don't we help Li
Afterward, Jasper left the dining hall with a frosty demeanor, leaving Sophia shuddering at the sight of his cold-blooded figure.At the same time, Javier withdrew his hand from beneath hers and stood up with a stern look. "Jasper is right. The Gardners brought this upon themselves. "We, Becketts, have helped them many times. It would be abetting evil if I continued to assist them after all their wrongdoings."You should stop meddling in their family affairs from now on. We need to sever ties with these toxic relatives!" Javier left the table indignantly."That's right. Mom, why do you even care about Liana? Let that bitch sink or swim." Betty chewed on the steak with puffed cheeks as she expressed her opposition."You only know how to eat! What else do you know?" Sophia was gripped by anger. No longer caring about her manners, she threw a dinner roll at Betty.She had underestimated Jasper, who was far more stone-hearted than his father. She had no choice but to use her savings
"Grandpa, how are you feeling these days? Let me know if something doesn't feel right." Jasper knelt on one knee by Newton's wheelchair and glanced up at his grandfather. His eyes were clear, bright, and reminiscent of his teenage years.He further suggested, "Why don't you move back to Seaview Manor? That way, Mrs. Rosie and I can better look after you.""Why would I? Your dad and his wretched wife will only shave years off my life!" The thought of Sophia gave Newton a headache. He let out an exasperated sigh. "I have sworn not to move back until Javier divorces that woman. I'm fine here. The secret to longevity is to keep them out of sight anyway!"Jasper flashed a bitter smile. He felt helpless in front of his stubborn grandfather."This villa was home to Mr. Newton and Madam Doris. He's unwilling to leave because it feels and reminds him of Madam Doris," the thoughtful Ben explained with a smile."Ben, I am increasingly senile, I think. Sometimes, I am delusional." Newto