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.

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

still shudder at the thought. If we really lose the Ivory... I don't know how my dad could go on living. I'll be too embarrassed to face Winston." "Don't say 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,

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

drug really is. And with The Ivory in such a mess, we need 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.

take her own life?" Nicholas grabbed the arm

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

now. She had suffered a miscarriage at the age of 29 during her fourth

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