Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 711

If Jasper hadn't stepped in to help Mandy back then, she probably wouldn't have made it through college so easily.

She wouldn't have had the strength to handle all the exams.

Her life had been exhausting, but Jasper's assistance gave her a chance to move forward smoothly. Without his help, she might have been lost long ago, never reaching where she was today.

Jasper was curious. "Really? What did I do for you? I honestly don't remember."

Mandy smiled. "Well, people who do good often forget about it. But I remember it."

Jasper looked at her thoughtfully and smiled. "Looks like life's been treating you well these past few years."

"I wouldn't say I've done extraordinarily well, but I'm happy with where I am now."

"That's good to hear."

After all, for most people, money solved the majority of life's problems.

"What about you?" Mandy asked. "How have you been these past few years?"

"Do I look like I'm struggling?"

Mandy paused, then said seriously, "You might be wealthy, but you don't seem truly happy."

Leaning back in his chair, Jasper seemed intrigued. "Why do you think that?"

"I'm not sure of all the reasons, but a happy person doesn't usually drink alone at a bar."

Her words hit home.

Usually, Jasper only visited bars when he was feeling down.

In the past, he surrounded himself with people to avoid appearing lonely. But as he got older, he found himself enjoying solitude more and more.

Now, he could spend half an hour just sipping a single drink, savoring the quiet.

He didn't deny it, remaining silent.

Mandy glanced at him, her eyes softening with a hint of sympathy.

Was it possible that someone like him, seemingly on top of the world, had unfulfilled longings?

Suddenly, a woman rushed over, pushing past Mandy. She called out, "Jasper! There you are! Why didn't you tell me you were here? I'll join you!"