Female Novel
Chapter 1102
Chapter 1102
“But-“Xavier sounded hesitant.
Heart sinking, Jasper demanded, “What is it?”novelbin
“Jameson Schmidt was the one who helped Madam.” Xavier broke into a cold sweat when he broughtup Jameson’s name.
Rage filled Jasper’s eyes. His jawline tightened as he clenched his teeth.
“Not only that, photos of Mr. Taylor and Jameson are circulating online. There are-unverified rumors ofan arranged marriage between the Taylor and Schmidt families. Madam might end up marryingJameson Schmidt!” Even Xavier quivered as he spoke.
Jasper was clearly more crushed and heartbroken than Xavier upon hearing the news.
Nervous, he was about to look for Alyssa when he witnessed the Jesseltons of Mosgravia’s JesseltonIncorporated approaching him. under heavy security protection.
“Mr. Beckett, it’s the Jesseltons!” Xavier gaped at the entourage. ” Damn, are the father and son bothhere? It could’ve been a sudden schedule change, as we weren’t notified at all.”
While they were speaking, Ezzo and Zeke Jesselton came to a stop in front of Jasper.
Ezzo addressed him with amusement, “Mr. Beckett, I thought I wouldn’t have a chance to see youagain because you were absent from the meeting last time. I thought you resigned.”
Zeke lifted his chin with a mix of disdain and haughtiness. “Dad, is he the president of the BeckettGroup? I thought the president was the
Jasper pressed his lips, knowing that he must have pissed off the Jesseltons after he stood them uplast time.
Worse, the Beckett Group and Jesselton Incorporated would see more interaction in the future as thetwo companies had recently signed a billion-dollar project.
The Jesseltons appeared to hold a grudge against Jasper, looking down on him and choosing insteadto side with Justin Beckett.
“Sorry to disappoint you,” Jasper collected himself and replied with a nonchalant smile.
He shrugged off the Jesseltons’ attitude and graciously reached out for a handshake. “Justin isn’t thepresident-of the Beckett Group. Besides, I have not resigned from the company.
“Why don’t we take this opportunity to introduce ourselves once again? Let’s put aside petty grudgesthat stand in the way of mutual gains. There are no everlasting enemies in business. Don’t you agree?”
Ezzo and Zeke exchanged glances. Jasper’s humility had thwarted them from making a scene.
Even though the Jesseltons were friends with Justin, at the end of the day, Jasper held the powerwithin the Beckett Group.
Moreover, Jasper hit the nail on the head when he professed that there were no everlasting enemies inbusiness, only private interests.
Finally, Ezzo and Zeke backed down and shook hands with Jasper, their attitude softening. “Mr.Beckett, let’s work well together.”
Jasper replied firmly, “I hope so as well.”
The four distinguished families settled into their seats in the VIP area.
After the debacle, the Harpers seemed uneasy and abashed, except for Preston, who had beenreveling in the drama.
He relished in the trouble that ensnared Landon’s family, as he was secretly a rebel and traitor at heart.
“Preston, thank you for taking care of Zoe’s trouble today,” Cornelius expressed his gratitude toward hissecond son. “If it weren’t for you, we would have been in a difficult spot because of what she haddone.”