Jasper peered at the stage, but Alyssa had long left. He could only frown, brows knit together in focus.
The wall stall were busying about in the kitchen when a simply–d maid slipped into the room. Betty
had gotten through to her, so she W4s prepared to do her dirty work for her.
the bed away from the cameras and took out the vials Betty had given her before adding them to two
champagne sses. She then topped it off with champagne.
One for Mr Tanah Taylor and the other for Mr. Landon Harper. Do you understand? You have to make
sure he drinks It.”
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That was the instruction Belly had given her.
uld be the maid’s golden licket to being rich. She was determined not to mess up.
Hight after she finished topping the drinks, the urge to go to the restroom hit her like a pillow to the
face. She quickly ran off, leaving the sses unattended
Just then, a woman in a white cotton dress snuck into the kitchen. She was the Beckett family’s fourth
child, Lauren Beckelt.
like eyes peered carefully at her surroundings, ensuring no one was around before she chugged down
one of the sses of
Unbeknownst to anyone else in her family, Lauren had a drinking problem. She often snuck into the
cer and kitchen in the wee hours of The morning to drink her fill. Right now, that bad habit was
making itself known once again.
“Mmm Delicious! She burped slightly and smacked her lips.
d the ss and left the scene before anyone could catch her.
Alyssa never showed up in front of Newton again after Winston’s arrival.
Jasper found himself with no appetite whatsoever, even as countless delicious dishes were served as
the evening went on. He kept ncing around the venue, his eyes brooding and sad.
“A toast to your health, Mr. Taylor!” Landon cried, raising his ss. “You’re truly blessed to be married
to a woman such as Alice White! I hope you appreciate her and love her with all your heart. She
deserves it.”
Jonah smiled and clinked his ss with Landon’s. “Oh, I won’t. I’ll treat her like a queen every single
day of my life.”
Landon cleared his throat, then gave the man his name card. “This is my card, and there’s my phone
number. A pleasure to be an
acquaintance, Mr. Taylor.”
Jonah raised an eyebrow. “I know who you are, Mr. Harper. We can skip the pleasantries.”
“Oh, but I’m sure there’s something you don’t know about me. I’m interested in Alice, too,” Landon said
without an ounce of holding back.
Jasper’s hand around his wine ss tightened.
Jonah seemed unperturbed. “Oh?”
“There’s always a bigger fish, Mr. Harper. Alice has a long list of admirers. If you lose feelings or
interest in her one day, don’t be shy. Call me, and I’ll sweep her away in my arms.”
Landon’s gaze was lirm and steady. It didn’t look like he was joking at all.
Jonah grinned, finding Landon amusing. “Thank you for the reminder. But I’m sure that will nevere
to pass.”
Jasper couldn’t stand it anymore. He stood up and left the table.
Though these two men hadn’t mentioned his name once, it felt like they were throwing sarcastic jabs at
him non–stop. It was unbearable
to sit through to the end.
The moment he left the table and the main venue, someone smashed into his chest. It was Liana.
“Jasper!”
Just then, he noticed a familiar ligure walking by in the distance.
It was Alyssa.
He opened his mouth as il about to speak, but then Liana forcefully kissed him on the lips.
Alyssa just so happened to turn and look at them. She grimaced just the slightest upon seeing this
sight, then turned away as if nothing had happened, leaving them alone.
Jasper’s heart lightened. He immediately shoved Liana away, nearly making her fall on her feet.
“You Why did you push me? How could you?” Liana cried.
Jasper grilled his teeth, wiping away the lipstick on his face. “You know I despise being forced against
my will.”