Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 710

Jasper ended things with Evelina at the right moment. It was the same way he had started their relationship—perfect timing.

Although Evelina struggled to accept it and clung on for a while, Jasper knew how to handle the situation smoothly.

He had long recognized Evelina as a woman who always wanted more than she could have.

After a few months together, they both got what they needed from each other.

When the time came to part ways, Jasper ensured Evelina received more public attention than she'd ever had since her debut.

Mixing both kindness and firmness, he finally convinced her to stop bothering him.

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Jasper felt satisfied watching Violeta win an award. He sat through the entire award ceremony, despite her appearance only lasting about ten minutes.

It seemed like something a business mogul would do—not for fun, but to keep an eye on industry trends.

That day, with nothing better to do, he went to Mystique once again.

Now that his breakup with Evelina was public knowledge, Jasper found himself a target for many women eager to win his heart.

However, they didn't know that Jasper had already shut down any possibility of getting involved romantically again.

Later that night, he encountered someone familiar. After all these years, he was surprised that he still recognized Mandy.

"You are ..."

"I'm Mandy. I'm surprised you still remember me. Seems like I haven't changed too much over the years."

After graduating, Mandy moved to a different city for work.

Just a week ago, she was reassigned to Quinston to handle a client there. That evening, her client had specifically requested they meet at Mystique for business, so she had no choice but to go.

She hadn't expected to bump into Jasper at the bar counter on the first floor. Upon seeing him, she initially thought she was mistaken.

Though they'd crossed paths a few times before, she had let go of any unrealistic dreams she once had about him.

She faced reality with calmness. Fortunately, she had been through enough setbacks to know how to stay composed. She continued her education and gained a valuable qualification.