Chapter 551

After Jasper was discharged from the hospital, he worked hard for three full days to clear the

backlog of work that had piled up. Given his unstable health condition, he relied on supplements

and Alyssa's prescribed medications to keep himself going.

Apart from that, Xavier would apply the external creams and ointments daily onto Jasper's wounds.

With all the effort, Jasper hoped he would recover soon. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to offer

Alyssa any protection with his ailing body.

"Mr. Beckett, it's time to take your medication,” Xavier announced as he brought the pills and a

bottle of water on a tray. Jasper was in the midst of approving some documents and responded,

"I'm busy now. Later."

"Um, if you don't take your medications on time, I'll report it to Madam," Xavier declared. "She

reached out to me that day and reminded me to make sure you take your medications on time. I'll

need to report any issues to her right away. She'll be upset to learn that you're not listening.”

Hearing that, Jasper instantly put aside his pen and took his medications. Xavier nodded, feeling

satisfied and tickled.

Xavier couldn't help but reflect on what might have been if Jasper had heeded Alyssa's advice

during their marriage. They might have already built a family with children by now. The emotionless

bachelor still had a long way to go in his pursuit of Alyssa.

"Did you keep an eye on Madam, like I asked you to?" Jasper questioned. He frowned at the

bitterness of the pills that had spread in his mouth. He opened a drawer, unwrapped a piece of

chocolate, and ate it.

The pack of chocolate was among the snacks Alyssa had left behind at Seaview Manor. When he

had come across it, he had cherished it in his office drawer like a hidden treasure. In moments of

stress or low spirits, he'd seek comfort by indulging in a piece. Oh, how pathetic was that!

"I did. I heard that Mr. Taylor's third wife, Lyla Nelson, is about to have her birthday party. Madam

seems preoccupied with organizing the event at the hotel.”

"Is Lyla Nelson the former celebrity?" Jasper inquired.

"Yes! She was my mom's idol! When I was young, our family watched her shows every day. My mom

even tried to replicate Lyla's outfits from the show.

"It's a shame that Lyla retired from the industry so early. It even left my mom feeling depressed for a

while. After all, Lyla Nelson was an icon to many!" Xavier explained with a mix of excitement and

regret.

"Why did she suddenly retire?" Jasper asked absent-mindedly.

"According to my mom, Lyla was accused of using illegal drugs and got blacklisted in the industry. It

was a major scandal at the time, and it nearly destroyed Lyla's reputation.

"Mr. Taylor did try to clear her name, but the damage was already done, and her popularity tanked.

She might as well leave the industry.

"Gosh, you have to give it to Mr. Taylor! He's quite the charmer, always getting what he wants.

Women couldn't resist his help when they were at their lowest,” Xavier remarked, stealing a quick

glance at Jasper's reaction.

Indeed, Jasper tensed up after sensing the loaded meaning in Xavier's words. That was not the end

of it. Xavier added, "I hope you don’t mind my bluntness. Your ex-father-in-law sure knows how to

handle women.

"Just look at him, living peacefully with multiple wives. Why couldn't you keep Madam satisfied?

Would you like to meet up with him for some pointers?"

Jasper hissed with a sullen face, "Are you serious? Do you want me to seek advice from Winston

Taylor on how to win back his daughter? What's wrong with you?"