Jared’s phone rang, and he saw an unfamiliar number. He answered hesitantly, “Hello?”
“Mr. Presgrave, I’m Antoine Wyatt, Jasper’s uncle and superior. There are important matters to discuss.
I need your cooperation.” Jared responded cautiously, “Go ahead, Mr. Wyatt. I’m listening.”
“Jasper and your sister have developed feelings for each other, but now he’s been seriously injured on
a mission. The extent of his injuries isn’t clear, but I don’t want him to have further contact with your
sister.”
Jared felt guilty, knowing Jasper had paid a heavy price this time. He said, “I understand.”
“I hope you also understand my concerns. Jasper’s line of work isn’t suitable for your sister. For their
well-being, please tell her that he has sacrificed himself in this mission and ask her to sever her
emotional ties with him.”
“This…” Jared hesitated briefly, aware of how significant Jasper was to Willow, perhaps even more
than her own life. “Please cooperate. It’s for your sister’s best interests.,” Antoine urged.
Jared’s gaze shifted to his unconscious sister, and he struggled to imagine her reaction upon waking
up. He wondered if Willow would faint again after hearing this news. Nheless, he couldn’t disregard
Antoine’s words. Jared knew that Jasper’s profession wasn’t conducive to starting a family. Even if his
sister married him eventually, their life would be fraught with constant fear and danger-not the future he
wished for her.
He reasoned that following Antoine’s advice might be the right action. Hence, he needed to sever his
sister’s attachment to Jasper, allowing her to meet a remarkable man, rebuild her life, and enjoy
stability. “I agree,” he replied. “I’ll do as you suggest.”
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“Good. Keep this matter strictly confidential,” Antoine advised.
“I will. You have my word.” After that, Jared couldn’t resist asking, “If Jasper wakes up, could you
provide me with an update on his condition? I want to know how he’s doing.”
Antoine responded firmly, “I don’t think that’ll be necessary anymore, Mr. Presgrave. Thank you for your
concern. Whether he lives or dies, it’s now in fate’s hands. Let’s assume he’s no longer with us.” With
those words, he hung up the phone.
This was Jasper’s worst-performing mission in so many tasks. Antoine knew it was rted to Willow
because she had disrupted his actions and thoughts, preventing him from sessfullypleting the
mission. From now on, he only needed an operative who could escape
unharmed, not a nephew clouded by emotions. Meanwhile, a military helicopternded in the hospital’s
grassy field. Jasper was wheeled out by a doctor, and two military medics rushed to assist, taking the
medicine bottle from the doctor and lifting Jasper into the helicopter.
Sirius observed the helicopter take off before leaving in his car. He needed to wrap up the remaining
tasks and rejoin his team. He believed this mission was a sess. Also, he expected the Presgrave
Family wouldn’t remain passive, and the person responsible for their troubles would meet their end.
After returning to the safe house, he organized his belongings and discreetly vanished from Averna.
At the hospital, Jared sat by Willow’s side, deeply worried as he looked at her pale face. He dreaded
exining everything to her because he knew it would cause her immense pain.
Later that evening, heforted Ellen over the phone outside the ward. She wanted to visit, but he
convinced her to stay home and care for their son, advising against a visit for now.
After hanging up, he reentered the ward, noticing Willow starting to stir. He took a seat beside her and
softly called, “Willow. Willow?”
Deep within her subconscious, Willow fought to rouse herself. At that moment, Jared’sforting voice
was like a beacon, prompting her to open her eyes..