Can’t Win Me Back novel (Alyssa and Jasper) novel Chapter 2373

"Grandpa, please calm down." After a long period of silence, Justin stepped forward with a warm smile on his face. "You've misunderstood both Dad and me. I've never intended to take over Jasper's place.

"I'm already grateful to be alive, even with this broken body of mine. I desire nothing more. Besides, there's no one more suitable than Jasper to lead Beckett Group as its president. So, please don't trouble yourself or get angry over this."

Newton stared at Justin, his gaze locked on the faint smile that lingered on his grandson's face. Suddenly, he was struck by a vivid memory—of a young Justin, covered in blood, holding a knife, his lips curling into a sly smirk.

Pain shot through Newton's chest, sharp and unrelenting. He staggered, but Justin caught him just in time.

"Grandpa, be careful!"

Newton struggled to catch his breath, his hands clutching Justin's icy ones. His voice trembled as he spoke, "Justin… you wouldn't harm Jasper, would you? That boy lost his mother at such a young age.

"He's endured countless hardships and sacrificed everything for Beckett Group. His path hasn't been easy. Please, be kind to him. Don't make things harder for me. Can you promise me that?"

Justin's smile widened, though his eyes glinted with a cold, frosty light. "Grandpa, it seems you've forgotten that I, too, lost my mother when I was very young."

Newton's breath hitched.

"But don't worry." Justin placed his hand over Newton's, his touch cold yet deceptively gentle. "No one will take away what belongs to Jasper. Not even me."

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