âMs. Renee, you should know Iâm your cousinâs ex-husband.â Jasperâs profile was like a sharp blade, possessing a striking and awe-inspiring beauty.
He finally took the initiative to talk to her, but it was about Alyssa.
âYes, I know,â Renee replied weakly.
âSo, I think you should be mindful of your image. When Alyssa is around, it would be best if you refrain from appearing before me.â
However, Renee seemed to be under a spell. She misunderstood the meaning of his words. Blushing, she asked hesitantly, âDoes that mean⦠when she isnât around, I can-â
âI believe in other instances, the likelihood of our paths crossing is slim. Thatâs why I didnât bother mentioning it. Donât read too much into it,â Jasper coolly remarked, lifting his champagne and draining it in one go.
Jasperâs words left Renee feeling humiliated, as if she had been entirely dismissed.
Over the years, she had been quite successful in the realm of love, with countless men pursuing her relentlessly. This was the first time she had taken the initiative to pursue a man by lowering herself.
However, she didnât mind. Jasper was entirely worth it.
By becoming his woman, she believed she and her father could proudly hold their heads high before Winston and no longer be overshadowed.
Jasper continued to drink heavily, one glass after another. Anyone could tell that he was in a bad mood.
Renee sat beside him, keeping him company as he drank while she studied him.
A subtle smirk played at the corners of her eyes.
A covert scheme played out just as Dominic ordered drinks from the waiter.
âDrink. Keep drinking. If you drink enough, Alyssa will fade away, and all youâll see is me,â Renee thought.
After Alyssa and Julien exited the garden in the rear, they did not hurry to return.
It wasnât because Alyssa couldnât bear to part with Jasper. Since she was already there, she of checking in on her âold friendâ, Sophia.
Julien was starting to get a bit impatient.
âHey, what are you looking for?â
âIâm looking for someone.â
âWho?â
âItâs none of your business.â Alyssa was not interested in wasting time on him and focused on finding her arch-enemy.
âWhy are you being so secretive?â Julien pouted.
âBy the way, since Jasper wonât let me treat him, does that mean I can go back?â
âNo,â Alyssa answered.
âWhy not? I still have things to do over there. I donât have time to waste with you guys here.â
âIâll go see Grandpa tomorrow and get him to convince Jasper. Even if Jasper doesnât listen to me, heâll definitely listen to Grandpa.â
Alyssa was determined to resolve this matter. Once she had made up her mind, no one could stop or dissuade her.
âYouâre throwing yourself at him. I just donât get it.â
Just as Julien was about to complain, Alyssa suddenly gestured for him to be quiet.