Chapter 556

Xavier swiftly closed his gaping mouth, only for his jaw to drop open again. He gave Jasper a thumbs-up and replied, “You look fantastic! So full of energy!”

Jasper’s expression instantly soured as he demanded, “Do I really look great?”

Xavier was momentarily stunned before finally getting it. If Jasper appeared healthy and energetic, it

would alleviate Alyssa’s guilt, as it meant he was recovering well. On the other hand, if Jasper showed up

looking sickly, Alyssa would feel concerned about him.

So, that was Jasper’s strategy. How clever!

The two men were stopped by an assistant when they stepped into the building. The assistant said, Gentlemen, Ms. Emerson is seeing a VIP now and unavailable for meetings. I’m afraid you’ll have to leave.”

Jasper put on a stern face and asked, “Is Ms. Emerson with her mentor right now?”

assistant was taken aback by his knowledge and asked,

Emerson’s mentor’s husband,” Jasper responded with

seeing his

jaw hung agape at Jasper’s audacity.

assistant frowned and scrutinized Jasper before remarking. “Mr. Beckett,

recall correctly, your fiancée, Ms. Gardner, ordered

at her birthday party in quite a grand manner.”

at the mention

assistant continued, “It’s been only a few months, and now you’re here

is your wife. Do you take us

was abruptly interrupted

Beckett, what did you just say?

up to Jasper, eyes widened in shock.

wife.” He paused and added in a low voice to avoid any misunderstanding, “Well, she’s my ex-wife.”

in disbelief. “I’m warning you now- you’d better

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