Can’t Win Me Back by Ginger Sue

Chapter 2208

"What's wrong, Jonah? Is something on your mind?" Seeing that they were alone, Jasper seized the chance to approach Jonah. His gaze was firm as he pressed on, "Did something happen when you were in the palace?

"Everyone's overwhelmed by Lyse's situation. The psychological pressure on you must be just as intense, maybe even more than the rest of us."

Jonah met Jasper's concerned gaze, feeling moved. "Jasper, I really appreciate you noticing how I'm feeling, even at a time like this.

"Don't say that, Jonah. We're family. To me, you and Lyse are equally important."

Since losing contact with Alyssa, Jasper had been restless, plagued by sleepless nights and a constant state of anxiety. Every shift in the moods of those around him only magnified his own stress, making him hypersensitive and on edge. "What really happened?"

"To be honest, not much." Jonah pursed his lips. "After entering the palace, I met the king. He was kind and friendly, giving me a personal tour. We even dined together and talked about my health and work.

"He felt like a warm-hearted elder, not a king. Even though I'm not from Kontinia, it made me feel unworthy of all that attention."

just as nervous in Jonah's shoes.

Jonah looked into Jasper's dark eyes with a

frowned. Cóntent belongs to

his breast pocket. Its intrinsic carving was of a noble and mysterious-looking dragon. One glance was enough to tell that this

is an antique belonging

Javier and Newton, Jasper had a keen eye for antiques and emerald items. He carefully took the ornament from

an antique, a personal artifact of the Kontinian kings. It's been passed down through generations for about 300-400

heirs to the throne. In

have given such a significant item to his only

he just felt a strong connection

Miley later and have her

down at the cold emerald

he remembered the missing special agent, Felicity Whitaker, whom Alyssa had mentioned. He also recalled the royal

race, his breath catching in his throat. He looked at Jonah with a fiery,