Chapter 2346
Chapter 2346
Even without Jasper's presence, he was confident that the Taylors and the rescue team would have been able to save Alyssa. It became clear what the person manipulating Remy had been aiming for.
But why had Remy let Jasper go at that crucial moment? Had he experienced a sudden change of heart? Or was he, in fact, Alyssa's brother, Damien?
Jasper's mind filled with all kinds of thoughts.
Before he could dwell too deeply, there was a knock at the door.
Xavier hurried over to open it, freezing in shock when he saw who stood outside. "Mr. Winston?"
Winston was leaning on Silas for support, his expression grim. "Mr. Beckett is in there, isn't he? May I have a word with him?"
Xavier quickly stepped aside, gesturing for Winston and Silas to enter.
When he saw the elder he respected standing at the door, Jasper struggled to rise from the bed despite his exhaustion.
"Mr. Winston..."
"You are wounded. Stay put!" Winston insisted, swiftly moving forward to gently press Jasper back down.
Silas was filled with heartache and regret when he saw how badly Jasper was injured just because he wanted to save Alyssa. Those complex emotions were inexplicable.
"Mr. Winston... I'm sorry," Jasper muttered in a low and deep voice. His lips were pale. He did not know what to say, but he felt that he should apologize to Alyssa's father and also apologize to Alyssa.
"Jasper, you don't have to say anything else. I don't blame you."
Winston stared at Jasper with a deep gaze. He choked, "My daughter has always been headstrong. Thanks to your protection and support, she was kept safe all this while. The Taylors owe you a great debt. I should be the one apologizing to you."
Jasper's chest tightened, tears welling up. It was as though someone was tugging at his heart, an ache that he couldn't shake.
"Truth is, I've seen you as one of my own for some time now," Winston continued, his gaze tender. "In my eyes, you are like Jonah, Silas, and all the others. You are my family."Property belongs to Nôvel(D)r/ama.Org.
Winston's eyes shimmered as he spoke, his voice soft but sincere. "Even though you and Lyse have gone your separate ways, I won't hold that against you.
"If you ever encounter any problems with Beckett Group in the future, feel free to come to me anytime, I will surely help you out. After all, you have helped me multiple times in the past. I should return your kind favor."
Silas was stunned. He had expected Winston to be upset, especially given the breakup between Jasper and Alyssa and Alyssa's current condition. But to his surprise, Winston was kind and understanding.
No wonder Winston had earned such loyalty over the years.
Jasper's throat tightened with emotion, but he couldn't find the words. He remembered Alyssa's words of disappointment, and his heart clenched painfully.
"Mr. Winston, I-' he began, but Winston cut him off gently.
"I won't pressure you and Lyse to reconcile, Winston said quietly. "We will respect your decision, whatever it may be."
Winston felt himself welling up. "When you loved Lyse, it was only natural for you to make sacrifices for her, to do
anything for her sake. But now that you don't, I will make sure that she does not bother you again. I won't let her become a burden or a nuisance to you."
No. That wasn't it!
Jasper breathed heavily. He forced himself to sit up despite his injuries.
Before he could respond, the door to his room opened unexpectedly.
Jasper, Winston, and Silas all turned to find Justin sitting in his wheelchair.