It was public knowledge that Newton, despite retiring from his role as the Beckett Group's chairman, held the company stocks and remained the shareholder and the honorary chairman across many other companies.

He remained in control of Brighton Technology and Alcove Co. Although Javier was eager to get his hands on the two companies, Newton refused to give him the opportunity.

However, Newton had breezily given Jasper power in the two companies, which was clearly an act of favoritism. It was also a subtle declaration that Jasper was the "chosen one" and the heir of Beckett Group.

"Why are you quiet? Do you disagree with my decision?" Newton asked coldly.

"I'm sure you have thought over it carefully," Javier replied.

After a pause, Javier added, "But you've given Jasper too much stock ownership when he's still young. I worry that he might feel pressured by it. It's also a distraction that might affect his growth in the future."

to worry about a thing when he's the president of

future. Winston Taylor is the wealthiest man in Belbanks. My grandson needs to hold some wealth to measure up to the Taylors. I can't have them looking down at him. It's not like he's marrying up," Newton said aloud as he pictured the future marriage of Jasper and Alyssa as well

had wanted to talk back, but he held his tongue out

the chair and waved dismissively at the glum-looking Javier. "You may leave the car. I'm about to have dinner with my grandson and my granddaughter-in-law. I

room looking out to a maple grove. Birds chirped around them, which reminded Jameson of the idyllic towns

Jameson was playing chess with a man

a crystal chess set. Every time he made a move, it would be reflected

mom since you're in Mosgravia. You don't have to entertain me," the mysterious man

have my loyalty.

during this time. However, after Sophia Kirkman's downfall, I fear that Jasper Beckett and Alyssa Taylor might redirect their attention to you. You need to be prepared. You shouldn't

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