Can’t Win Me Back novel (Alyssa and Jasper) novel Chapter 1598

In the face of Victor's accusations, Josh belatedly realized that he had shot himself in the foot.

In the past, he had used a carrot-and-stick approach to mold David into a tool at his disposal, but never had he thought that Jameson would one day use it against him.

Josh now unjustly carried the blame for David's death, and Victor treated him as the punching bag to deal with the grief and helplessness surrounding David's death.

"Dad, let's cool down and discuss. Your health will only suffer if you're emotional." Jameson hurried over and assisted Victor to take a seat on the couch.

Then, he calmly explained to Josh, "Josh, you misunderstood me. I looked into the parcel of land but hesitated to inform you because I didn't want you to think that I was stepping over your toes or trying to mess up your project.

"You never had any trust in me, and I didn't want to deepen your mistrust. Dad only has you and me left. I do not want our relationship to be strained."

Josh scoffed and thought, "Wouldn't you listen to him? How noble!"

In a few words, Jameson had portrayed himself as a kind, pitiful, yet thoughtful younger brother. In contrast, Josh appeared like a petty dunce.

"My good son, I understand and appreciate your effort," said Victor as he patted Jameson on the shoulder.

He turned around to shoot daggers at Josh and warned, "Josh, I will give you one last chance. I helped you to keep a lid on the news in the country. I'll leave it to you to suppress the news reports abroad. If the scandal affects the company's operations, you'll have to resign from your role."

Jameson stroked Victor on the back while concealing a smug grin.

Josh knew this was his final hope, so he bit the bullet and replied, "I tried buying the villagers' silence. Besides, there are no deaths from the demolition. I promise that the situation will not worsen from now on."

Suddenly, they were interrupted by an urgent knock on the door. Victor answered, "Come in!"