Female NovelIt was public knowledge that Newton, despite retiring from his role as the Beckett Group's chairman, held the company stocksand remained the shareholder and the honorary chairman across many other companies.
He remained in control of Brighton Technology and Alcove Co. Although Javier was eager to get his hands on the twocompanies, Newton refused to give him the opportunity.
However, Newton had breezily given Jasper power in the two companies, which was clearly an act of favoritism. It was also asubtle declaration that Jasper was the "chosen one" and the heir of Beckett Group.
"Why are you quiet? Do you disagree with my decision?" Newton asked coldly."I'm sure you have thought over it carefully," Javier replied.novelbin
After a pause, Javier added, "But you've given Jasper too much stock ownership when he's still young. | worry that he might feelpressured by it. It's also a distraction that might affect his growth in the future."
"| know what Jasper is capable of. Even if the sky falls, he'll be able to handle it. You don't have to worry about a thing when he'sthe president of Beckett Group. He's always managed to solve the problems. Isn't that right? He's driven by challenges. Putpressure on him, and you'll help him release his potential.
“Besides, he's going to marry the Taylors’ daughter in the future. Winston Taylor is the wealthiest man in Belbanks. My grandsonneeds to hold some wealth to measure up to the Taylors. | can't have them looking down at him. It's not like he's marrying up,"Newton said aloud as he pictured the future marriage of Jasper and Alyssa as well as his great-grandchildren.
Javier had wanted to talk back, but he held his tongue out of fear of provoking Newton into transferring more power to Jasper.
Newton leaned back into the chair and waved dismissively at the glum-looking Javier. "You may leave the car. I'm about to havedinner with my grandson and my granddaughter-in-law. | don't want to ruin the mood, so I'm not inviting you."
Jameson was abroad in Mosgravia in an artistically decorated room looking out to a maple grove. Birds chirped around them,which reminded Jameson of the idyllic towns of Cyrris.
Adigital chessboard was displayed on a huge screen in the room. Jameson was playing chess with a man who was seatedbehind a curtain.
In front of Jameson was a crystal chess set. Every time he made a move, it would be reflected digitally on the screen.
"Mr. Jameson, you should spend more time with your mom since you're in Mosgravia. You don't have to entertain me," themysterious man remarked with a smile.
Jameson replied courteously, "Sir, you have my loyalty. I'm not entertaining you."
"You've done a lot during this time. However, after Sophia Kirkman's downfall, | fear that Jasper Beckett and Alyssa Taylor mightredirect their attention to you. You need to be prepared. You shouldn't fall into their trap."
"| will take note of that." The light in Jameson's eyes dimmed.
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"I'll get that done as soon as possible. | won't keep you waiting for long.""Sheryl, Jameson's tea is getting cold. Get him a new cup,” the man instructed with a knowing smile.
"Yes, sir." A lovely figure movedaround. Soon, Jameson heard thetapping of heels from behind thecurtain. The content is onnoveldrama.org! Read the latestchapter there!
He squinted and took off hisgold-rimmed glasses. He stared at awoman dressed in a white coat andsported shoulder-length dark hair asshe glided toward him. The content ison noveldrama.org! Read the latestchapter there!