Chapter 535

Chapter 535

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All of a sudden, Landon recalled that he was in a hospital and did not end up lighting the cigarette.

After a pause, Jasper inhaled deeply and said in a hushed voice, “Landon, I think... I might have

fallen for

Alyssa.

What the heck? The cigarette between Landon’s lips trembled. He came very close to leaping out of

his

seat in shock.

Everyone could see that Jasper was smitten with Alyssa, except for Jasper himself. Yet, hearing him

admit it was both refreshing and cathartic.

“I am in love with her. That's why I want her back by my side. I'd like to try pursuing her,” Jasper

confessed

in a shaky voice and raised his head. He had a deep and sincere look in his eyes.

"You, going after the opposite sex? Are you sure you can do that?” Landon pressed on with an

astonished

look.

“There is a first time for everything. Ill have to give it a shot,” Jasper replied. He cast a judgmental

glance

at Landon. “Even if my attempt fails, I still have you as my advisor, albeit an ineffective one.”

“Damn, why are you always so mean? Can't you ever put me in a good light?” Landon glowered at

him.

“I know you're pretty bad at it, too. Otherwise, you would have won her heart. Isn't that right?”

Jasper

retorted, growing even more sarcastic.

Jasper added, “Unfortunately, I don’t have better options. Looks like I have no choice but to appoint

you

as my right-hand man.”

Jasper had experienced a failed relationship in the past but had never actively pursued any woman,

not even Liana. He and Liana were childhood friends. Besides, Liana had always made the first move

because he used to be an introverted and moody teenager.

This time, for Alyssa, he decided to swallow his pride and take a chance.

“I'm pretty good with the ladies, but what could I realistically have done to catch the attention of

the rich and charming Alyssa Taylor?” Landon pouted unhappily.

Landon continued, “I thought she was a lovesick fool from the way she hopelessly fell for you. Little

did I know she was a queen who wanted to build a career!

"She's better than any one of us. I'm ranked the lowest among the three of us, all aspects combined.

How could I ever hope to win her over? I should be grateful she didn't completely kick me aside.”

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“It's alright. I'll still pursue her. Whether she responds or not is up to her,” Jasper replied with

determination. “I've got a long journey ahead in life, and I'm not interested in anyone else. I can

take my

time with her.”

To their surprise, the door was busted open. In walked Alyssa, her hair flinging and her eyes shining

brightly.

She yelled, Jasper Beckett! Are you really going to take your medications only when I'm here?

You're

really playing with fire, aren't you? What's your game plan?”

The first thing that greeted her was Landon, who sat haphazardly on the couch. Her anger flared at

the

sight of the cigarette between his lips.

She swiftly snatched the cigarette, threw it on the floor, and crushed it beneath her heel.

She berated him, “Why the hell are you smoking here? Don't you know that Jasper can't inhale

smoke

because of his lung injuries? Are you his friend or the Grim Reaper?”

Jaspers grin widened at Alyssa’s concerned actions.

“But... Lyse, I didn't even light it!" Landon protested with a pitiful expression.

“Take your cigarettes and get out of here! Now!" Alyssa pointed angrily at the door. Landon shot

Jasper a

pleading look with a downturned mouth.

Without even making eye contact with Landon, Jasper calmly replied, “Listen to her and leave.”

Landon silently cursed Jasper, considering him an unfaithful friend who had put romantic interests

before

their friendship.