After Jasper left, Alyssa helped the paralyzed Sean back to her office. She carefully laid his trembling body on the couch, her forehead damp with sweat and her lips pressed together in concentration. She began examining him like a skilled physician."Ms. Alyssa, I'm fine …" Sean managed to move slightly despite being paralyzed. Tears welled up in his eyes as he witnessed Alyssa's genuine concern. "I'm sorry for the trouble.""Don't be ridiculous! You were trying to protect me, but you should avoid acting recklessly in the future," she replied, leaning in to gently massage his legs."I wasn't being reckless." Sean summoned all his strength to sit up on the couch. His eyes sparkled with determination as he swore, "If it ever happens again, I'll still choose to protect you.""Sean Lynch, you shouldn't expose yourself to unknown dangers just because you think you have some chops. "You're no match for Jasper at all! Did you think he wasted four years in military school for nothing?
A day had passed after Betty was subjected to a grueling overnight interrogation by the police. It had been a harsh ordeal for a sheltered young woman like her. Although they provided her with food and drinks, she wasn't allowed to lie down or sleep, which left her with dark circles under her eyes and a disheveled appearance. Her backside ached from sitting for so long.The harsh fluorescent light above her head had nearly dried out her hair, which she had spent a lot of money to maintain. It was truly a torturous experience! "I didn't. Abigail wasn't a corporate spy. I have nothing to do with it. This is all Alyssa's plot to frame me. I'm innocent …" Despite her fatigue and exhaustion, Betty continued to argue and refused to give in.At that moment, the door to the interrogation room opened. A confident and good-looking man in a suit entered with a black suitcase in his hand. The man introduced himself, "Gentlemen, I am Betty Beckett's attorney, Simon Lynch."Simon Lynch …
"You don't have to worry about that," advised Simon. As the top attorney in Solana City, he didn't solely rely on his family's influence and connections in the legal profession to reach the apex of his career. He was capable and employed a cunning and daring approach to achieving his goals. He had to resort to certain means to turn the tables and win the case.…Alyssa insisted on giving Sean some time off despite his pleas. She made it clear through the decision that she wanted him to set his intentions right and think carefully about how he perceived his relationship with her. It wasn't exactly a vacation for relaxation.After Ada Kingsley's multiple requests, Alyssa, now adorned with Alexa's reputation, finally agreed to meet with her.The global superstar, Ada Kingsley, put aside her ego before Alyssa and groveled at the latter. Alyssa did not intend to give her a hard time. She might be the famed designer Alexa, but she was also a businesswoman who knew that ego was
Ada chided, "Is this my wedding or yours? Don't you think it's rather rude to butt in while I'm talking business with Ms. Alyssa?" Ada then glared at her manager and added, "I gave her my full trust when I picked her. I'll accept all her suggestions, so I don't need your opinion."…After signing the agreement, Alyssa sent her staff to see Ada's team out. Next, she relayed the new tasks to her team before leaving work.When she stepped out, she immediately spotted Jonah's Rolls Royce waiting by the hotel entrance. The driver courteously opened the car door for her."Jonah! Are you free today? Why did you come to pick me up?" Alyssa wrapped her arms around Jonah's neck."I heard you gave Sean some time off." He caressed her soft hair."Yeah, he's been really tired lately and needed a break.""Is that the only reason?" Jonah squinted, as if he could read her thoughts. "You are at a time when you need extra help at work. Why send him away? Did you fight with him?"She frowned an
After spending three days behind bars, Betty finally regained her freedom. However, despite Simon's request for Javier to keep the news under wraps, Jasper quickly got wind of it."How did Betty get acquitted? Didn't you have someone keeping an eye on Abigail Grant? Did Simon meet with her?" Jasper looked icy as he slammed his fist against the car window."Mr. Beckett, the issue isn't with Abigail. It's Bryan Hanssen!" Xavier's eyes blazed with anger. He explained, "Our intel revealed that Simon Lynch had a secret meeting with Bryan Hanssen as Betty's attorney, all arranged by Javier. He probably spooked Bryan out with some bullshit because that dude immediately took all the blame for Betty.""What else could Simon have done? He must have threatened to harm Bryan's family! How could an attorney pull such a dirty trick? How could an attorney resort to such dirty tactics?" Jasper's eyes darkened like the calm before the storm, his fists trembling. He lamented, "The good name of Ju
Meanwhile, Sophia fanned the fires, chiming in to demonize Alyssa, "She concealed her identity as Winston Taylor's daughter and stuck around to gain your trust. She even married Jasper."Think about it, didn't that seem like a calculated move? Thank goodness Jasper didn't fall for her charms and divorced her to cut the losses. "If she had won his heart and your affection, you might have had reason to worry that she'd gradually take control of the Beckett Group!""Stop it. Alice isn't what you make her sound," replied Newton with a wave of his hand. He looked glum. "I know Winston. He might be a player, but he's a loyal, honorable man. I don't believe he'd raise a corrupt daughter," stated Newton. "Dad!""Grandpa!""Besides, the Taylors are on par with us when it comes to influence and wealth. Why would she give up her happiness and marry Jasper for some cheap Beckett Group stocks?"Ms. Gardner might resort to something like that, but not Ms. Alyssa. She's a proud woman and w
With that, Jasper walked away in huge strides, leaving Simon frozen on the ground in humiliation.He was born into a family of attorneys. His parents had high hopes for him from childhood, and he was the role model of his siblings. He sailed through life and was considered one of the elite attorneys in Solana City. Even the scions in Solana City had to humble themselves to seek his services. He had never felt so humiliated after the exchange with Jasper.Simon thought of something.Brows furrowed, Simon turned around to glance at Jasper's proud figure. He wondered about the relationship between Jasper and Alyssa. Why would the unfeeling, ascetic Jasper Beckett fly into temper for Alyssa?Simon himself was an acquaintance of Alyssa. He knew her as a beauty and the beloved daughter of Winston Taylor. She had higher standards and better taste than most people. She wouldn't be interested in just any ordinary man.There seemed to be only one possible explanation—Jasper Beckett, t
Anyone could tell that Newton was being sarcastic. He was doubting Simon's integrity.Jasper couldn't hold back a grin while Javier and Sophia put on sour faces."Sir!" Ben hurried over and announced courteously, "Ms. Alyssa is here!"Jasper's heart sank, and his eyes faltered. Everyone shot complicated glances at the door.Alyssa's high heels clicked sharply, echoing in Jasper's heart. She walked alone into the compound, her confident and regal air making it seem like her first visit despite her three years of living there.Jasper fell into a daze, feeling as though they were still married."Grandpa, I'm here!" Beaming, she approached Newton with bright eyes. She did not pause for a second as she brushed past Jasper, treating him like a stranger.He felt suffocated as his fingers curled into a fist. His heart skipped a beat and sank. After the divorce, every time he crossed paths with her was like torture."Alyssa …" Betty glowered at Alyssa, ready to lash out, only to be rein