“Grandpa, how are you feeling these days? Let me know if something doesn’t feel right.”


    Jasper knelt on one knee by Newton’s wheelchair and nced up at his grandfather. His eyes were


    clear, bright, and reminiscent of his teenage years.


    He further suggested, “Why don’t you move back to Seaview Manor? That way, Mrs. Rosie and I can


    better look after you.”


    “Why would I? Your dad and his wretched wife will only shave years off my life!”


    The thought of Sophia gave Newton a headache. He let out an exasperated sigh. “I have sworn not to


    move back until Javier divorces that woman. I’m fine here. The secret to longevity is to keep them out


    of sight anyway!”


    Jasper shed a bitter smile. He felt helpless in front of his stubborn grandfather.


    “This vi was home to Mr. Newton and Madam Doris. He’s unwilling to leave because it feels and


    reminds him of Madam Doris,” the thoughtful Ben exined with a smile.


    “Ben, I am increasingly senile, I think. Sometimes, I am delusional.”


    Newton turned around and stared at the backyard in a daze. “I once saw Doris singing and tending to


    the


    flowers in the backyard. She even smiled at me when I walked up to her.”


    “No, Mr. Newton, you’re not senile. Madam Doris must have sensed your deep longing for her. That’s


    why


    she’s reluctant to leave and chooses to stay by your side,” Benforted the old man.


    Jasper felt a lump in his throat and hung his head with guilt. Newton and Doris had a loving marriage,


    which gave him hope for a loyal rtionship. Hence, he had an obsession with his rtionship with


    Liana.


    There were warning signs early in their rtionship. They were ipatible and did not have much in


    He had been led astray by his desperation to be loved and his fear of losing everything he worked for.


    In the end, not only did he lose everything, but he also hurt another woman who truly loved him.


    “How foolish I’ve been.”


    “Grandpa, I’m sorry.” Hisshes fluttered as he spoke in a shaking voice.


    Newton felt sympathy for his prideful grandson, now riddled with shame and guilt. He sighed and patted


    Jasper on the shoulder. “Jasper, you were just like me when I was younger. I was fussy and stubborn.


    “There’s only one difference between us-I was luckier than you in that I fell in love with the right


    woman. Anyway, I’m d you have changed your ways.”


    “Grandpa, I …”


    “I was at fault, too. I shouldn’t have forced you to marry Alice. Nothing goodes from force. From


    now on, you and Alice should pursue whomever you love.


    “I must have put Alice in a tough ce, forcing her to be with a man who doesn’t love her back.”


    Newton put on a straight face and instructed Ben, “Ben, show me a list of bachelors who are a good


    match for Alice. Since I have too much time on my hands, I’ll bring her on blind dates when she’s free.


    “I do not want to see her love life on pause after the divorce. That would trouble me to no end.”


    “Uh? Oh… Sure, Mr. Newton,” Ben responded, seemingly amused and caught by surprise.


    Newton’s remark reminded Jasper of the scene where Jameson presented the roses to Alyssa under


    the


    sunset. He clenched his fists, slowly drowning in bitterness and remorse.


    Jasper left Crescent Bay after a good chat with Newton.


    “Sir, I know you’re eager to see Mr. Jasper back with Ms. Taylor. So, why introduce potential suitors for


    Ms. Taylor?” Ben sounded baffled.


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    “I know my grandson like the back of my hand. He would not listen to me nagging at him to get back


    with


    Alice.”


    Newton narrowed his eyes, looking sly and impish. “I’ll y on his possessiveness and make him feel


    threatened. Only then will he realize who he truly loves.”