Justin frowned as a hint of surprise flashed across his dark eyes.
He had assumed Newton's unannounced appearance at the board meeting—along with Alyssa's involvement—was a coordinated
effort with Jasper to overthrow him as president. After mentally running through hundreds of countermeasures, the one possibility
he hadn't considered was that everything would proceed smoothly in his favor.
Javier was equally stunned, though this oue aligned with his desires. Today, Justin wasn't merely his son but a constant
shadow looming over him, a silent predator watching his every move and reminding him that his past actions weren'tpletely
buried.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtInstead, this secret loomed like a ticking tbomb that could detonate at any moment, obliterating everything he'd built. And the
person holding the detonator was Justin—his eldest son whom he had trusted above all others.
With a dim gaze, Javier watched Justin rise to his feet amid the applause. Suddenly, Justin's voice seemed distant, almost fuzzy.
Javier's attention drifted toward Jasper, who maintained aposed yet grim demeanor. Despite all he had endured, Jasper
exuded a quiet resilience—like the sea at night, rocking with the waves yet undisturbed.
A bitter lump rose in Javier's throat as his mouth went dry. He tasted acidity at the back of his tongue, painfully aware that Justin
had be a monster while Jasper remained righteous and kind.
For over 20 years, he had failed to show his fatherly love to Jasper, condemning him to a miserable life. Yet, whether for his own
sake or for Beckett Group's future, he believed he had no other choice.
"To Grandpa, Dad, and all the board members present—thank you for trusting me," Justin announced. "I will lead Beckett Group
with distinction and secure Project A5. | will not disappoint any of you."
Upon finishing, Justin lifted his cold gaze toward Alyssa and walked directly toward her while everyone watched.
Alyssa's chest tightened as she felt Justin's cunning eyes upon her. This charming man before her resembled Satan himself—a
viper in human form, flicking its tongue in her direction.
Jasper's pupils constricted instantly. As he fixed his eyes on Alyssa's tense expression, the veins on the back of his hands protruded
as he clenched his fists against his knees.
"Congratulations on bing part of Beckett Group, Ms. Alyssa," Justin said with a practiced smile, extending his right hand
courteously.
Steadying her breath, Alyssa forced a slight smile while reaching out to shake his hand.
Justin's palm felt ice-cold against hers.
Meanwhile, emotions surged within Jasper's dark, still eyes. Though Alyssa was no longer his, watching her in contact with another
man suffocated him. Bit by bit,plex feelings flooded his chest.
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