At this point, everyone knew that Jasper had someone in his heart, and that particular someone was their former madam.
Why did Alyssa suddenly appear now? What was she here for?
Did she hear about the Harper family pressuring Jasper into marriage, so she came to save him?
Alyssa wore a tight black dress draped with a stylish black velvet shrug. Her hair swayed down to her waist, and her red lips were vivid. She looked cool and elegant.
Two initially contradictory qualities harmonized perfectly in her. She was truly astonishing.
She exerted such pressure on Zoe with a single assured glance that the latter couldnât lift her head.
Upon seeing Alyssaâs sudden appearance, Penelope quickly pressed on her tightened chest.
When she recalled Alyssaâs deeds, she felt that even their entire family joining forces might not be enough to compete with her. Penelopeâs not-so-healthy heart couldnât take it.
âGrandpa, sheâs the one I mentioned to you, Alyssa,â Zoe urgently whispered to Cornelius.
Zoe added, âShe used to bully me a lot. Grandpa, you must help me get justice.â
Cornelius stared at Alyssaâs face, feeling complicated.
Although he was meeting Alyssa for the first time, her father, Winston, was an old acquaintance.
They might not be friends, but Winstonâs character was well-regarded in their circle. He could confront Javier but found it hard to make things difficult for Winstonâs daughter.
âGood evening, Mr. Javier. I apologize for the sudden visit. Oh, Mr. Cornelius, youâre here too.â
Smiling, Alyssa greeted Cornelius. âIâm Alyssa. Nice to meet you, Mr. Cornelius.â
Graceful and sensible, she was indeed raised by Winston.
Zoe anxiously urged Cornelius, âGrandpa! Grandpa, why arenât you saying anything? She not only bullied me but is also my rival for Jasper!â
Hearing that, Cornelius pressed his lips together. This grudge was not something he couldnât help his granddaughter settle.
However, as a big shot who had been through life and death, he couldnât stoop to the level of quarreling with a young woman.
Meanwhile, Jasperâs intense gaze was still on Alyssaâs stunning face.
His brain told him that this woman had hurt him deeply and he should be angry. But his heart and body were on fire, with passionate hormones telling him he longed for her.
âMs. Alyssa, what brings you here and at such a late hour too?â Javier asked with a half-smile, maintaining a distant attitude toward his former daughter-in-law.
âThatâs right, Ms. Alyssa. You just said it yourself that it was an impromptu visit. Itâs quite rude to come unannounced.â
Sophia added with a smirk, âDidnât you see? We have an esteemed guest here, and weâre discussing important matters. Itâs inappropriate for an outsider to listen. If thereâs good news, weâll inform you later.â
Sophiaâs words were loaded with implication and sarcasm.
At once, Jasperâs expression turned cold. Just as he parted his lips, Alyssa calmly said, âMadam Sophia, you misunderstood. Iâm not interested in the conversation between your two families at all. Iâm here to see you.â
Everyone was puzzled, exchanging glances.
Stunned, Sophia frowned. âMe? Why?â
âWould you like to have a private chat, or should I speak openly right here?â Alyssa smiled, her eyes twinkling menacingly.