Alyssa, looking skeptical, silently gave Jasper a look. She didnât understand what he was up to by provoking Jameson.
âJust some everyday goods. I ran a typical business,â Jameson responded, adjusting his glasses. Only the stiffness of his lips betrayed the anger simmering beneath his facade.
He added, âMr. Beckett, I must say youâre quite imaginative. I know you hold a grudge against me, but you shouldnât question my character and disregard my hard work because of it.â
Jasper put on an amused expression.
Jameson continued, âIâm different from you. You smoothly rose up the ranks within Beckett Group and swiftly became a young businessman.
âYou were chosen as the heir by your grandfather. You will never understand the challenges of building a business from scratch.â
Alyssa took a sip of champagne after hearing Jamesonâs biting reply. It stirred some of her memories.
She was among the few who truly comprehended Jasperâs tough journey to the position of Beckett Groupâs president. It hadnât been as straightforward as Jameson assumed.
âI never thought that I would get a lecture just for asking you a question, Mr. Schmidt. It seems Iâve made you nervous. Letâs leave the rumors I heard from Kontina as mere hearsay,â Jasper quipped with a faint smile.
He exuded an air of intimidation, and his eyes gleamed with a subtle threat. âI have no prejudice against you, but I will if you get any closer to Lyse.â
Jamesonâs jaw clenched upon hearing that, and Mileyâs reaction changed from shock to excitement while witnessing the exchange between the two men.
As Alyssaâs older sister and a woman of high social standing, she had to stifle her laughter. The trip back home had certainly been worthwhile!
Jasper, are you done?â Alyssa finally snapped and glared at him, âIâll kick you out if you keep spewing nonsense.â
Jasper held his breath and clenched his fists. He then inched closer to her, touched her fingers, and started softly caressing her skin. âLyse, I was wrong. Please donât be angry, okay?â
Any woman would find it difficult to resist the advances of such a handsome and affectionate man. The He grew even more anxious when she remained silent.
Leaning in, he coaxed her, âCan you at least wait until after dinner to beat me up? My title might mean nothing to you, but please spare a company president from public humiliation.â
Miley silently chuckled at the situation. She and Alyssa shared a penchant for eavesdropping.
âJust stay where you are. I canât be bothered to beat you up-youâre quite a handful,â Alyssa scoffed, turning away from Jasper.
Jasper stared longingly at her rosy lips, feeling tempted. Despite being in his 30s, he still acted like a love-
struck teenager when faced with her smile and words.
The stage lights dimmed, and a spotlight illuminated the stage as the emcee made an announcement.