Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

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Chapter 712

Alyssa noticed the distress and wariness on Newton’s face and assumed that she might

have breached a sensitive family topic. It would be inappropriate for her to press for an

answer.

Despite always being sensible, she somehow developed a deep interest in the matter that

concerned

Jasper.

She blurted out boldly, “Grandpa, is there any tension between Jasper and Justin? And is

that related to

their kidnapping case when they were younger?”

Newton looked astonished. Wide-eyed, he gasped, “Y-You knew about the kidnapping?”

“I’m sorry, Grandpa. I didn’t intend to overstep. Alyssa apologized.

After a pause, she whispered, “Jasper mentioned Justin to me a while ago. He’d promised

to tell me the

truth later and that he won’t keep anything from me.

“I was giving him the silent treatment back then. And I had refused to learn the truth. But

curiosity got the

better of me, so I …” Alyssa’s voice faded as she blushed in embarrassment.

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Newton felt happy at the shy look on Alyssa’s face, which reminded him of her old self.

That proved that

Alyssa was less resentful toward Jasper and even developed an interest in his affairs.

Their relationship appeared to have improved.

“Alice, the fact that Jasper is willing to share his past with you shows that he considers you

family. He

trusts you,” Newton sighed, clearly still affected by the incident.

He began, “My grandsons were kidnapped when they were just children. Their kidnappers

were part of a

notorious gang involved in various crimes, including drug trafficking, murder, and robbery.

They were

known for kidnapping numerous heirs from wealthy families across the country.”

“I’m aware of that. You’re referring to the gang leader, Gustav Holm, also known as ‘Crazy

Gustav, right?”

Alyssa pondered, recalling the information she had heard from Colene.

Gustav had once been a henchman under Colene’s father but later left the gang to pursue

his own

criminal ambitions by establishing his gang.

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Back in the day, Gustav was so bold as to provoke the police, claiming that he would only

retire after

amassing tens of millions in ransom payments.

When he was finally arrested 18 years ago, the media celebrated, only to have Gustav

grinning in front of

the cameras.

“For now, only Dr. Liverton and I are aware of the diagnosis. Grandpa, don’t worry. Dr.

Liverton is a trustworthy acquaintance of mine. He’ll keep it confidential,” she reassured.

Then, she frowned and whispered, “Grandpa, there are no other solutions to his PTSD

except for taking

sedatives now. Besides, I have no idea when and where he would be triggered. The secret

could be.

exposed at any time. What if

“Let’s do our best to keep it under wraps as long as possible. At the very least, we should

do so until

Jasper takes over the company and inherits the majority of the shares and assets,”

Newton replied,

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looking concerned and clenching his fist.

He added, “No one else should lead the company except Jasper. If others find out about

his diagnosis,

they might use it against him. His position as president could be jeopardized, not to

mention inheriting

the company

Alyssa felt thoroughly puzzled. After deep consideration, she prodded, “Grandpa, under

normal

circumstances, the family business would go to the eldest, which means Justin should

have been the heir

of the Beckett Group.

“I heard that Justin has been recuperating at Mosgravia due to his poor health. I always

assumed that

Jasper was made the heir only because of Justin’s health, but your earlier comment

suggests there’s

more!

the story. What’s behind your insistence on making Jasper the heir?”

Newton looked alarmed. He swallowed hard and fell silent.

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