Can't Win Me Back



Chapter 2372

"Justin, physically... are you doing alright?" Javier widened his eyes, clearly surprised by Justin's suggestion.

Justin had lived alone in Mosgravia for nearly 20 years. He had never asked Javier for anything or caused him trouble.

On the contrary, despite being in a foreign land, Justin extended a helping hand to Javier during two critical moments when the Beckett Group faced difficult times. Thanks to Justin's support, the company managed to overcome those challenges.

Thinking about this, Javier began to see Justin in a new light. A wave of remorse washed over him.

"I'm much better now. Otherwise, you wouldn't be seeing on my feet, would you?"

Justin offered a slight yet sincere smile. In a calm voice, he said, "Dad, I understand how important Jasper is to you and the company. I've never intended to compete with him. All I want is to share your burdens and help the Beckett Group.

"With the bid for Project A5 just around the corner, Jasper, being the responsible person he is, would surely blame himself if we failed to secure the project.

"I sincerely hope he regains consciousness tonight and returns to work tomorrow as if nothing happened. But if he doesn't recover in time, I'm willing to step in and stabilize the situation until he's back on his feet.

"He's poured his heart and soul into Project A5, and he deserves all the credit. I won't take anything away from him."

"Justin, I never had to worry about you when you were young. Now, you've grown into someone mature, understanding, and reliable. I'm so grateful and relieved to have a son like you!"

Deeply touched, Javier placed a firm hand on Justin's shoulder, his eyes misting over.

"We must move forward with Project A5. The bidder conference is at the beginning of next month. If Jasper is unable to continue, you can temporarily take on the president's responsibilities-"

"Absolutely not!"

A booming voice cut through the conversation, startling Javier.Content protected by Nôv/el(D)rama.Org.

Justin maintained his composed smile, but his eyes darkened with a dangerous gleam. He turned toward the source of the voice.

"Jasper's position is his alone. No one else is allowed to take it!"

From the other end of the hallway, Newton approached in his wheelchair, accompanied by Ben.

"Dad, why didn't you let me know that you were coming? I could've come to get you!" Javier hurriedly stood.

Justin, however, rose calmly and greeted him with a slight nod of the head. "Grandpa."

Newton's eyes blazed with fury. With Ben's assistance, he shakily stood and pointed at Javier, who was frozen in shock.

"Jasper isn't dead-he's unwell! He's exhausted himself for Beckett Group, working tirelessly to make our family the wealthiest in Solana City. And now, faced with a minor hurdle, you're trying to strip away everything he's worked for instead of showing him gratitude for his sacrifices.

"Javier, are you his biological father or his stepfather? Have you lost your senses? How can you repay his dedication with betrayal? Are you honoring the memory of his late mother, the woman you claimed to love most in your life?"

"Dad, I—" Javier's voice faltered, a shadow of sorrow crossing his face at the mention of Anne. He was rendered speechless.

Justin looked askance at Javier, then looked away coldly.

Struggling to regain his composure, Javier finally said, "Dad, I don't mean to suspend Jasper's duties. But he's hospitalized and unconscious. Beckett Group has invested hundreds of billions into Project A5, and with the bid approaching, we can't afford a vacant president's seat."

Newton's fury intensified. "I spoke with the doctor on my way here. Jasper is merely unconscious and might wake up by tomorrow morning!"

"And what if he doesn't regain consciousness?" Javier shot back, his frustration boiling over.

"You are his father. How can you doom your own son with such words? Do you even hear yourself, Javier?"

Newton's body trembled with anger. "Even if Jasper doesn't recover immediately, as the chairman, you can temporarily take over his duties. I'm here to assist with the final decisions on Project A5 as well.

"Why must you consider replacing him at this critical moment? Jasper would be heartbroken if he woke up to find out what you've done!"

Overwhelmed with both anger and anxiety, Javier exhaled deeply, his frustration evident.