Can’t Win Me Back novel (Alyssa and Jasper) novel Chapter 2320

Justin, whether intentional or not, had struck a nerve with Jasper. Yet, Justin was his older brother, someone Jasper deeply respected. Jasper could only restrain himself.

"But right now, Jasper and Ms. Alyssa are separated. Since he no longer wants her, I want her. Grandpa, you'll support me, won't you?"

A slight smile appeared on Justin's lips as a strip of apple peel fell to the floor. "I know you've always been fond of Ms. Alyssa and wanted her to marry into our family. If she and Jasper aren't meant to be, then I'll be the one to marry her. That way, your wish will still be fulfilled, right?"

Despite Justin's calm, graceful demeanor, he radiated an unspoken intensity. Jasper held his breath, his frown deepening.

Newton braced himself, struggling to keep his composure. He attempted to sit up but lacked the strength. With a strained breath, he murmured, "Justin, it's not that I have anything against you or that I don't support you and Alyssa. It's just that I understand Alyssa deeply.

"Jasper holds a place in her heart, and he'll be the only one she loves for the rest of her life. She won't be able to accept anyone else.

"Alyssa is a stubborn woman. She's unyielding. If you were to push her… I'm afraid things won't end well for either of you."

"Nothing is impossible for someone determined. I'll treat her sincerely. She will accept me eventually." Although Justin's smile reached his eyes, a chilling coldness still emanated from him—it was so cold that even those around him could feel it. "After all, patience is one of my virtues. I just want your approval, Grandpa. You won't stand in my way, will you?"

Newton's face twitched slightly as he struggled to maintain composure, uncertain how to respond.

…

Jasper's vision blurred as he leaned against the wall for support, staggering to the basement parking lot. He was panting heavily.

"Mr. Beckett! What happened to you?" Xavier rushed to assist Jasper as he swayed unsteadily.

"The pills…"