Chapter 1108

Jasper’s public act of chivalry proved to the guests that Alyssa was the only love of his life. Zoe Harper meant nothing to him at all.

Jameson clenched his fists, his body tensing. Why was he always a step slower than Jasper Beckett? Why did that scoundrel always manage to be in the place beside Alyssa?

Zeke looked visibly upset, but he maintained a smile. “It’s the Cyrrisian culture to protect the ladies. Mr. Beckett, you’re indeed a gentleman for taking care of Ms. Alyssa. Compared to you, I appear a little too rash. I was wrong to disregard Ms. Alyssa’s feelings. For that, I’ll drink as a penalty.”

After that, Zeke downed a glass of champagne. Jasper studied him with a knowing gaze as he confidently downed his drink as well. The timely applause from the audience alleviated the tension, but Javier wore a discontented expression.

Betty couldn’t help but scoff. “Dad, what’s Jasper thinking? Zeke Jesselton clearly has an interest in Alyssa, so why is he coming between them? He’s only going to upset Zeke. How can he prioritize a woman over business relationships? This shows he’s unfit to be the group president. And that Alyssa Taylor is nothing but trouble.”

for once and keep your mouth shut? Women from your social standing don’t blabber as much as you do!” Javier glared at Betty,

smile and announced,” Ladies and gentlemen, let’s all toast to

“Cheers!”

lightened under Alyssa’s lead and

corner, clutching her glass but refusing to drink.

drinking?” Alyssa cast a dooming glance at the

smiled. “Don’t you want to celebrate the merry occasion with our VIP guests? Or does the Schmidts’ luxurious Grunslandish Dom Pérignon not suit your

sank. Flashing an awkward smile, she glowered at Alyssa as all eyes turned to her. Indeed, she hadn’t taken a sip of the champagne.

not conceal their displeasure at all. Josh hinted at Daisy, who was always obedient to him. She immediately jeered, “I bet Madam Sophia, as the matriarch of the Beckett Group, has enjoyed better luxuries. It’s fine if she does not like the peasant’s drink

caused her trouble at previous social events. Of course, Daisy wouldn’t miss

not what I mean! Please don’t misunderstand. I’m just

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