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Chapter 551
After Jasper was discharged from the hospital, he worked hard for three full days to clear
the backlog of work that had piled up. Given his unstable health condition, he relied on
supplements and Alyssa’s prescribed medications to keep himself going.
Apart from that, Xavier would apply the external creams and ointments daily onto Jasper’s
wounds.
With all the effort, Jasper hoped he would recover soon. Otherwise, he wouldn’t be able to
offer Alyssa any protection with his ailing body.
“Mr. Beckett, it’s time to take your medication, Xavier announced as he brought the pills
and a bottle of water on a tray. Jasper was in the midst of approving some documents and
responded, “I’m busy now. Later.”
“Um, if you don’t take your medications on time, I’ll report it to Madam,” Xavier declared.
“She reached out to me that day and reminded me to make sure you take your
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learn that you’re not listening.”
Hearing that, Jasper instantly put aside his pen and took his medications. Xavier nodded,
feeling satisfied and tickled.
Xavier couldn’t help but reflect on what might have been if Jasper had heeded Alyssa’s
advice during their marriage. They might have already built a family with children by now.
The emotionless bachelor still had a long way to go in his pursuit of Alyssa.
*Did you keep an eye on Madam, like I asked you to?” Jasper questioned. He frowned at
the bitterness of the pills that had spread in his mouth. He opened a drawer, unwrapped a
piece of chocolate, and ate it.
The pack of chocolate was among the snacks Alyssa had left behind at Seaview Manor.
When he had come across it, he had cherished it in his office drawer like a hidden
treasure. In moments of stress or low spirits, he’d seek comfort by indulging in a plece.
Oh, how pathetic was that!
“I did. I heard that Mr. Taylor’s third wife, Lyla Nelson, is about to have her birthday party.
Madam seems preoccupied with organizing the event at the hotel.”
“Is Lyla Nelson the former celebrity?” Jasper inquired.
“Yes! She was my mom’s Idoll When I was young, our family watched her shows every day.
My mom even tried to replicate Lyla’s outfits from the show.
“It’s a shame that Lyla retired from the industry so early. It even left my mom feeling
depressed for a while. After all, Lyla Nelson was an icon to many!” Xavier explained with a
mix of excitement and regret.
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“Why did she suddenly retire?” Jasper asked absent-mindedly.
“According to my mom, Lyla was accused of using illegal drugs and got blacklisted in the
industry. It was
a major scandal at the time, and it nearly destroyed Lyla’s reputation. 1
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“Mr. Taylor did try to clear her name, but the damage was already done, and her
popularity tanked. She
might as well leave the industry.
Gosh, you have to give it to Mr. Taylor! He’s quite the charmer, always getting what he
wants. Women couldn’t resist his help when they were at their lowest,” Xavier remarked,
stealing a quick glance at
Jasper’s reaction.
Indeed, Jasper tensed up after sensing the loaded meaning in Xavier’s words. That was not
the end of it. Xavier added, “I hope you don’t mind my bluntness. Your ex-father-in-law
sure knows how to handle
women.
“Just look at him, living peacefully with multiple wives. Why couldn’t you keep Madam
satisfied? Would you like to meet up with him for some pointers?”
Jasper hissed with a sullen face, “Are you serious? Do you want me to seek advice from
Winston Taylor on how to win back his daughter? What’s wrong with you?”
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