In the following days, Alyssa and Jasper split up to attend to their own tasks.

Although Jasper didn't openly defy Javier anymore, he continued to fan the flames behind the scenes. He was determined to use the spotlight of public attention to flush Jameson out of his dark hideout.

This day, as Jasper was preparing to attend a meeting, he received an unexpected call from Colene.

"Madam Colene." His voice was calm and polite.

her treatment of Jasper. She even showed a hint of remorse. "Jasper, I haven't properly thanked you for last time. If it weren't for you showing up on time, the Ivory would have been swindled by

that, Madam Colene. Everything I did was only right," Jasper replied humbly. "The trust that you, Winston, and all the Taylors have placed in me, allowingto reconcile with Lyse, is enough forto spend my whole life repaying you." Xavier, standing nearby, couldn't

say that. It'll only makefeel even more guilty." After a deep breath, Colene said resolutely, "I called to thank you and to pass on a message from my dad. He's going to hold a press conference tonight and reveal everything about The Ivory's recent ordeal with the illegal drugs." Jasper was taken aback. "This is a serious matter. You need to think it over carefully." "My dad knew you would say that. Exposing The Ivory's secrets could attract police and prosecutorial investigations. But my dad is

to tear it down and start fresh for a brighter tomorrow." Jasper nodded solemnly. "In that case, Lyse and I will respect Mr. Waters' decision. I'll also deploy more security personnel tonight to ensure Mr. Waters' safety at the press conference." That afternoon, Nicholas canceled important meetings and

my wife suddenly attempt to take her own life?" Nicholas

wanted to see her son..." Nicholas' chest tightened with a sudden

early 40s now. She had suffered a miscarriage at the

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