Female Novel
Chapter 712
Chapter 712
Alyssa noticed the distress and wariness on Newton’s face and assumed that she might have breacheda sensitive family topic. It would be inappropriate for her to press for an answer.novelbin
Despite always being sensible, she somehow developed a deep interest in the matter that concerned
Jasper.
She blurted out boldly, “Grandpa, is there any tension between Jasper and Justin? And is that relatedto
their kidnapping case when they were younger?”
Newton looked astonished. Wide-eyed, he gasped, “Y-You knew about the kidnapping?”
“I’m sorry, Grandpa. I didn’t intend to overstep. Alyssa apologized.
After a pause, she whispered, “Jasper mentioned Justin to me a while ago. He’d promised to tell methe
truth later and that he won’t keep anything from me.
“I was giving him the silent treatment back then. And I had refused to learn the truth. But curiosity gotthe
better of me, so I …” Alyssa’s voice faded as she blushed in embarrassment.
Newton felt happy at the shy look on Alyssa’s face, which reminded him of her old self. That provedthat
Alyssa was less resentful toward Jasper and even developed an interest in his affairs.
Their relationship appeared to have improved.
“Alice, the fact that Jasper is willing to share his past with you shows that he considers you family. He
trusts you,” Newton sighed, clearly still affected by the incident.
He began, “My grandsons were kidnapped when they were just children. Their kidnappers were part ofa
notorious gang involved in various crimes, including drug trafficking, murder, and robbery. They were
known for kidnapping numerous heirs from wealthy families across the country.”
“I’m aware of that. You’re referring to the gang leader, Gustav Holm, also known as ‘Crazy Gustav,right?”
Alyssa pondered, recalling the information she had heard from Colene.
Gustav had once been a henchman under Colene’s father but later left the gang to pursue his own
criminal ambitions by establishing his gang.
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Back in the day, Gustav was so bold as to provoke the police, claiming that he would only retire after
amassing tens of millions in ransom payments.
When he was finally arrested 18 years ago, the media celebrated, only to have Gustav grinning in frontof
the cameras.
“For now, only Dr. Liverton and I are aware of the diagnosis. Grandpa, don’t worry. Dr. Liverton is atrustworthy acquaintance of mine. He’ll keep it confidential,” she reassured.
Then, she frowned and whispered, “Grandpa, there are no other solutions to his PTSD except fortaking
sedatives now. Besides, I have no idea when and where he would be triggered. The secret could be.
exposed at any time. What if
“Let’s do our best to keep it under wraps as long as possible. At the very least, we should do so until
Jasper takes over the company and inherits the majority of the shares and assets,” Newton replied,
looking concerned and clenching his fist.
He added, “No one else should lead the company except Jasper. If others find out about his diagnosis,
they might use it against him. His position as president could be jeopardized, not to mention inheriting
the company
Alyssa felt thoroughly puzzled. After deep consideration, she prodded, “Grandpa, under normal
circumstances, the family business would go to the eldest, which means Justin should have been theheir
of the Beckett Group.
“I heard that Justin has been recuperating at Mosgravia due to his poor health. I always assumed that
Jasper was made the heir only because of Justin’s health, but your earlier comment suggests there’s
more!
the story. What’s behind your insistence on making Jasper the heir?”
Newton looked alarmed. He swallowed hard and fell silent.