Ch. 1761..1770

Can not Win Me Back Chapter 1761-Following that, Jameson's cold voice rang out, "It's been over ten years. What evidence do you have to prove that my mom's affair with that so-called lover was part of Josh's scheme?"

"Because… I was the one who made the call to lure your mom out."

Daisy's voice trembled violently, unsure if it was due to her resentment toward her biological brother or her fear of Jameson.

"David was also there when I made the call. Unfortunately, he's gone forever.

You lost a witness. But it doesn't matter. I still have an ace up my sleeve.

"I captured the scene where your mom was taken by Josh's men and brought into the room by the bodyguard while she was disoriented. It's in my old phone at the bottom of my drawer. You can turn it on as long as there's a charger."

Daisy pleaded, "Jimmy, go after the person responsible. I was so young back then. I was just a victim of Josh's manipulation. Seek revenge on him. I swear everything I said is true. If there's anything false, I'll never rest in peace!"

The recording abruptly stopped.

The once bustling banquet hall fell silent, as if the air had frozen.

Though a bystander, Alyssa felt as if her heart sank into weightlessness. She fixed her gaze on Jameson's poker-faced expression.

She knew that behind this calm facade lay a storm capable of destroying everything.

Daisy's decision to reveal the entire conspiracy was likely the result of the negotiations Jameson had with her while visiting her in prison.

However, Alyssa knew very well that Jameson would never honor his promises.

This ruthless man would only gather them together and burn them all to rest the grievances his mother carried for 15 years.

"T-That woman has lost her mind! She's gone mad!"

Josh was drenched in sweat, shivering all over. He was barely coherent. "I didn't do it! I didn't! Daisy is trying to defame me to get Jimmy to reduce her sentence!"

"Dad, I've already obtained Daisy's phone," Jameson said calmly, looking at Victor. "Do you want to see it now or wait until after the party?"

As soon as he said that, there was a sharp sound of a slap.

The furious Victor had raised his arm and swung at Josh with all his might.

Josh was stunned. His eardrums pounded like they were about to burst.

"Get out… Get out of my house! Don't let me see you again. Get out!" The veins on Victor's temples bulged as he shouted hysterically.

Throughout it all, he never looked at his deeply wronged wife.

He indeed harbored intense hatred, but it wasn't because Josh had harmed an innocent woman who had been with him for many years.

It was because Josh had deceived him and used him. Only now, at this moment, did he learn everything right in front of the entire upper class of Solana City.

"Wait!" Jameson's eyes flashed with fierce determination.

How could he let Josh go before he apologized to Lily?

But Josh dared not stop. He gritted his teeth and sprinted through the crowd toward the exit.

Suddenly, he came to a halt.

A man dressed in a black leather jacket with sharp features blocked his path like an impassable mountain.

"Mr. Josh Schmidt, where are you running off to?"

Can not Win Me Back Chapter 1762-Josh staggered backward as Cyrus appeared, fear gripping him to his core.

Then, four plainclothes policemen filed in behind Cyrus, forming a wall.

Jameson's heart sank at the sight of the policemen barging in. He glanced gloomily at Jasper, who remained as composed as a cat.

Jasper met his despondent gaze, his dark, cold eyes narrowing.

It felt as though two arrowheads, forged from opposing forces of ice and fire, collided explosively.

Jameson was ready to put on a good show.

He might have planned a controlled burn, but with Jasper around, things were bound to erupt into a full-blown wildfire.

Lauren's eyes sparkled at the sight of Cyrus, whom she hadn't seen in a long while. She instinctively raised her hand to greet him. "Cy…"

But then, she felt a weight on her shoulder. Slowly lifting her gaze, she met Landon's cold expression. Her heart tightened as she withdrew her hand, too afraid to glance in Cyrus' direction.

"W-What's happening?" Josh panicked, his legs trembling.

"Josh Schmidt, you're under arrest for bribery, embezzlement of public funds, and sexual assault. We have a warrant," Cyrus stated coldly, presenting a piece of paper. "This is the arrest warrant. Do you understand what I'm saying?"

"I don't understand," Josh exclaimed, feeling as though the sky had come crashing down upon him. His head spun. "What does any of this have to do with me? What proof do you have?"

As a police officer, Cyrus had encountered his fair share of malicious and treacherous individuals.

Cyrus remained indifferent in the face of a sneaky bastard like Josh. However, his words carried such authority that retaliation seemed futile.

"I'm not here to argue. The law exists to punish wrongdoing, uphold righteousness, and seek justice for the victims.

"Josh Schmidt, you have the right to remain silent. This is the last dignity you can maintain as the eldest son of the Schmidt family."

As Cyrus moved to cuff Josh, the large screen in the banquet hall suddenly lit up.

What followed were harrowing scenes of abuse, accompanied by the agonizing screams of girls. Each cry sent shockwaves through the audience.

The girls' faces were deliberately blurred. But Josh's face, twisted with a primal snarl, was as clear as day.

Simultaneously, the events were broadcast live on various media platforms, spreading Josh's treacherous deeds nationwide like wildfire. The Schmidt Group could do little to contain it.

With a decisive click, the man responsible for demonizing countless girls was subdued by the cold metal of handcuffs.

"It's not me. The person in the video isn't me."

"If it isn't you, then who is it?"

She had never been the smartest or the bravest. Now, she suddenly had the guts to do so. Could it be…

Can not Win Me Back Chapter 1763-Josh's head began to spin as he observed Clarissa exchanging glances with Alyssa. He roared in a fury, "You bitch! How dare you conspire with someone else to frame me! I will never let you go!"

Clarissa's gaze met Josh's unflinchingly. A subtle smirk tugged at her crimson lips, a stark contrast to the lone tear clinging to her lashes.

What happened next left the crowd in disbelief.

Without hesitation, she took off her dark green evening dress, revealing her body marked with bruises and scars for all to witness.

"Clarissa…" Alyssa gasped, stunned by Clarissa's resolute actions. She felt a shiver run down her spine.

Beneath her thin white silk nightgown, ugly scars marred her limbs, a chilling sight for all.

"Josh, I've endured your abuse for years. You've never given me a moment of peace."

Clarissa's smile was tinged with malice, her eyes blazing with hatred enough to consume him. "You strike me when you're displeased or frustrated. There were instances when you demanded I use my body to appease the partners of the Schmidt Group. When I refused, you punished me even more severely.

"I've survived until today, not because of your mercy; I'm simply resilient.

Otherwise, I would have perished countless times at your hands."

The harsh truth was laid bare.

Josh was unworthy of being called a man. He was nothing but a savage, a deceitful demon.

Jameson finally calmed things down at the crazy Schmidt Group, but now an even bigger, more explosive problem showed up. This new mess seemed impossible to fix.

The stench of scandal clung to the Schmidt Group like a bad odor.

Despite being one of the city's top four conglomerates, its fall from grace was irreparable.

At this moment, Jameson's usually composed expression drained of color, his face contorted with rage. Having just managed to salvage the Schmidt Group's image, the Schmidt Group's name was being dragged back through the mud once again.

He was certain Jasper and Alyssa were behind this.

As chaos ensued, Victor felt a sharp pain in his chest. After administering Nitroglycerin, he was ushered away from the tumult by his secretary and bodyguards.

As Josh got escorted away by the police, he unleashed a torrent of threats toward Alyssa. His voice was laced with madness as he shouted, "Alyssa, I know you orchestrated this! Once I'm out, I'll make sure to end you! And you, Clarissa, you bitch! I'll make you pay, too! I will kill all of you!"

A sharp glint flashed in Jasper's eyes as he enveloped Alyssa in a tight embrace, unwilling to let her go.

"He's all talk. He doesn't have the guts to lay a finger on me," Alyssa remarked, leaning against Jasper's chest. Listening to his racing heartbeat, she teased, "Look how terrified you are! That's not like you at all."

"I don't know what came over me. I was afraid I might lose control," Jasper admitted, pressing his chin atop her head and caressing it gently. "Lyse, Victor will bail Josh out.

"After all, he was his pride and joy. Besides, his sentence will only be around 12 to 13 years. One day, he'll be out. Don't underestimate his threats."

"Are you worried about his empty threats?" Alyssa affectionately studied his face.

Suddenly, Clarissa's hoarse voice broke the moment. "That won't happen."

Both Jasper and Alyssa turned toward her. She approached them, tears glistening in her eyes as she wore the evening gown designed by Rose.

"I should be the one thanking you and Mr. Beckett. Without you two, I wouldn't have been able to do it."

Can not Win Me Back Chapter 1764-Clarissa was so overwhelmed by her emotions that she found herself at a loss for words. "You… have given me a second chance at life."

"You're too kind, Ms. Sparks," replied Jasper with a gentle smile. "You are the one who redeemed yourself."

Alyssa then asked, "Oh, yes. What did you want to say earlier, Ms. Sparks?"

"Josh will never get out of prison." Clarissa handed her a USB flash drive, her eyes reddened with emotion. "There is a recording of a phone conversation Josh had with someone, which I secretly recorded that night.

"Last week, he slept with a girl on a cruise ship. In a bid of excitement, he injected the girl with drugs, resulting in her death.

"Afterward, he engaged the person on the phone to dispose of the girl's body. I waited until he was asleep and then checked his phone to record the person's number.

"Before disclosing our findings, we can initiate a police investigation. I trust we will soon apprehend the accomplice responsible for disposing of the body."

They shuddered upon hearing that.

Josh was evil. He was about to face the consequences of his actions, so it didn't matter if he faced additional repercussions. However, their hearts ached for the girl who had fallen victim to his cruelty.

"Plus, Hendrix is already at the police station, ready to confess to the years he helped Josh forge false accounts and transfer public funds.

"Ms. Alyssa, Mr. Beckett, this is all that what we could do. I wish you all the best in what lies ahead," Clarissa said, her tone laced with guilt.

Unable to contain her emotions any longer, Alyssa's tears streamed down her face as she went to Clarissa and hugged her tightly. Before long, her tears soaked Clarissa's shoulders.

Surrounded by the flashes from the media, Josh was escorted into a police car, his face contorted with hatred.

As they left, Cyrus noticed Lauren in Landon's embrace, standing nearby.

Despite the throng of people, his gaze darted straight to her. Her face, a beacon in the sea of anonymity, imprinted itself on his memory. A bittersweet pang shot through him. Though a flicker of comfort warmed him—Lauren had someone who could love and cherish her.

Cyrus tore his gaze away, the intensity of his stare threatening to reveal the truth he desperately tried to shield.

It was a restless night at the Schmidt Group.

With the removal of the three major obstacles blocking Jameson's path, one would expect him to feel content. Yet, he found himself unhappy.

Perhaps his desires remained unfulfilled, or he harbored resentment toward what he perceived as divine injustice—Jameson didn't get what he wanted. He longed for Alyssa, yet circumstances had forced him to become her enemy.

Jameson had sprinted toward them, his voice ragged as he called out, "Lyse, I need to speak with you privately."

His usually impeccable appearance was slightly disheveled—a rare sight indeed.

Jasper's grip tightened around Alyssa's waist, his dark eyes filled with concern.

"Why… Why does it have to be today?" A vein throbbed in his forehead, betraying the struggle to maintain composure.

"Why can't it be today?" Alyssa was charming even when she was mocking. "Do I need to consult the calendar for this?"

Can not Win Me Back Chapter 1765-Jameson choked back bitterness. His voice, strained to the point of hoarseness, threatened to give out. With unparalleled seriousness, he uttered, "Do you have any idea how much effort I've poured into this day just to witness justice finally served upon Josh?

"Even if you're avenging Jonah, couldn't you have waited until after tonight?

Why expose everything at the party?"

Alyssa met his accusation with a cold, indifferent stare.

"My mother… endured immense humiliation. I remained silent for 15 years, all to ensure she received the justice she deserved. I wanted Josh to grovel at her feet and apologize to her!"

Jameson's pale lips quivered. "Lyse… I was on the verge of success. Why deny me that chance? Why?"

"Mr. Schmidt, your mother's situation is heartbreaking, but I won't halt my revenge for you." Alyssa's gaze was glacial. "Perhaps you had a personal motive for keeping that bastard alive—to handle him later and protect the Schmidt Group's interests.

"However, I refuse to wait any longer. I want to ensure Josh never sees the light of day. Besides, wasn't this the outcome you desired? To use us and get rid of Josh? You can't always get the best of both worlds, Mr. Schmidt."

Jameson's eyes widened. "Lyse, what are you talking about? I don't understand.

When did I ever."

"Figure it out," Alyssa interrupted, weary of his charade. Any further conversation with him would just be disrespecting herself. She turned and climbed into the car.

"Lyse." Jameson's voice caught in his throat, the pain piercing his heart.

"Jasper, I'm hungry. Let's grab something to eat." From the car, Alyssa's voice held a hint of flirtation, another dagger twisting in Jameson's gut.

"Okay," Jasper replied sweetly. Before slipping into the car, he cast Jameson a cold glare. Then, he smirked. "I know you're not doing this to avenge your mother's humiliation. You just can't stand losing."

Jameson glared after the departing car, a cold fury searing through him. His eyes burned bloodshot red.

Jasper's words had struck a nerve, tearing away Jameson's facade.

He despised losing, despised it with every fiber of his being.

Jameson had meticulously prepared the stage, but his show never went on. In Alyssa's world, he would always be a mere observer relegated to the shadows, never considered her equal.

"Mr. Schmidt!" Carl ran over, sweat glistening on his brow. "News of Josh's arrest became a high-profile story tonight, even interrupting the nightly news broadcast.

Jameson gritted his teeth, fists clenched in fury. "How is this possible? How did they obtain such accurate information?

"The timeline seemed implausibly short, yet the evidence they possessed was remarkably detailed— unless it was a stroke of luck. Otherwise, how else could they obtain it?"

Jameson mulled over Carl's words. They had uncovered what he had uncovered. It seemed too coincidental to be true.

Can Not Win Me Back Chapter 1766-Jameson cracked his knuckles as he instructed through clenched teeth, "Head back to the Millennium!"

A storm cloud hung over Jameson's face as he entered the Millennium. Anyone could see his simmering rage.

"Carl," Jameson barked, his voice laced with ice, "get Amber down here. Now."

Carl scurried to obey, his heart hammering in his chest.

After more than ten minutes, Amber appeared in the basement, where the incompetent and traitorous were often dealt with.

A metallic tang of blood hung heavy in the air as the door creaked open.

"Mr. Schmidt." Amber bowed deeply. Despite her outward composure, her heart was beating wildly.

Jameson lounged on a maroon couch in the dim, oppressive light, swirling a glass of crimson wine. He then drank the wine to wet his throat.

"Josh has been charged with corruption, bribery, and sexual assault. He was apprehended by the police at the party organized by the Schmidt Group. Are you aware of this?"

Amber attempted to mask her fear as she replied softly, "Yes, it's been all over the internet."

"Alyssa and Jasper," Jameson continued, his smile devoid of warmth, "unearthed a damning amount of evidence in record time. They struck with ruthless efficiency, leaving the Schmidt Group reeling.

"It's almost as if they had inside information…" He trailed off, swirling the wine in his glass, his eyes locking onto Amber's. "Tell me, Amber," he said slowly, a predatory glint in his eye, "do you think someone might be playing a little game in the shadows?"

The crimson dress clung to Amber like a second skin, slick with a cold sweat.

Her voice, when she spoke, was a hoarse whisper. "Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Jasper have always been formidable rivals.

"Their company boasts exceptional talent, and they hold significant influence.

They know how to sway people. It wouldn't be surprising if someone was helping them."

"They certainly know how to sway people. I'm just uncertain if they've managed to win over someone under my nose, unbeknownst to me."

As he finished his sentence, something flashed before Amber's eyes.

Suddenly, Jameson raised his hand and hurled the wine glass at her. She staggered backward, narrowly avoiding a direct hit to her head. However, the glass shattered at the tip of her high heels, splashing her with wine.

Amber's mind went momentarily blank as the cold liquid soaked into her skin.

She quickly forced a mask of composure onto her face. "What's wrong, Mr.

Schmidt? Who has upset you?" she asked, her voice devoid of emotion.

"I'm sorry, M-Mr. Schmidt. I-I don't understand what I've done wrong…" Amber's teary eyes turned red.

"You and Carl were the only ones tasked with investigating Josh in the Millennium. Besides Carl, you're the only one with access to the evidence."

Amber shook her head, tears streaming down her face. "No, it wasn't me."

"Amber, I'm the reason you're still alive. I've provided you with a comfortable life.

Yet, you've bitten the hand that feeds you and stab me in the back! How dare you!"

Can Not Win Me Back Chapter 1767-It wasn't me. Mr. Schmidt… I wouldn't…" Amber's voice trembled as she struggled to articulate each word. Her eyes held a shaky semblance of innocence as if she were being wrongfully accused.

No one understood the consequences of betraying Jameson better than her.

She didn't fear death itself. On the contrary, she dreaded dying for no good reason at all.

Thus, she fought to defend herself. "Mr. Schmidt, what would I gain from betraying you? Only Mr. Moses and I are privy to this information. Wouldn't you discover the truth swiftly if I had acted against you? Why would I be foolish enough to wish for my own demise?

"Besides, I'm practically under constant surveillance here. How could I have possibly contacted Ms.

Alyssa or Mr. Beckett? How could I betray you?"

Her words chipped away at Jameson's rage. She'd hit the right point.

Seeing a chance to salvage the situation, Amber continued, "Mr. Schmidt, you gave me this life. Without you, I have nothing. In the past, I've even tried to hurt Jasper myself. If you were to lose to them, I would be left defenseless. Would they even spare me?"

Jameson's grip loosened on her chin, a hint of uncertainty creeping in.

Just then, the door burst open. Carl rushed in, his face a mask of panic. "Mr.

Schmidt, there's trouble!"

Jameson tugged at his tie in frustration. "What happened?"

"A-Axel is here!"

Amber felt as though her head were about to split open, her body trembling uncontrollably.

A dryness gripped her throat as she recalled those piercing eyes. It was as if Axel had reached out from the memory, squeezing the life out of her.

"What did you say? Axel?" Jameson's voice was taut with tension as he clenched his teeth. "Did he come alone?"

"Yes, he came alone!" Carl gritted his teeth. "The audacity of that bastard to enter our territory alone!

I'm certain he didn't come with good intentions. Mr. Schmidt, shall I teach him a lesson?"

"You want to confront a seasoned secret agent with amateur skills?" Jameson adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses. "He wouldn't dare enter the Millennium without a plan. Amber, change your attire. You'll meet with him."

"Mr. Schmidt, I." Amber's heart pounded violently, sweat beading her forehead.

"Appease him and seduce him. Then, find a way to kill him." A chilling laugh escaped his lips. "After all, Amber," he continued, his voice a low growl, "if you're truly as loyal as you claim, this shouldn't be a problem, should it? Don't keep me waiting for too long."

As the waiter approached with a selection of fine wines, Axel interjected, "I drove here, so I'll pass on the drink."

"But sir," the waiter stammered, "visiting the Millennium without a drink? It's practically unheard of! We can find you a driver. It would be on the house, of course."

As he uttered the words, the door swung open, and a subtle fragrance wafted in as Amber's graceful figure entered Axel's line of sight.

Both of them exchanged glances; their hearts skipped a beat.

The waiter sensibly left, closing the door behind him.

Can Not Win Me Back Chapter 1768-Amber stared fixedly at Axel, having no choice but to force a polite smile under the glare of countless surveillance cameras. But her stiff expression failed to convince both herself and Axel.

Meanwhile, Jameson sat in the security room, watching Amber and Axel's every move. There were high- end cameras and microphones installed in the room that could even pick up the sounds of their breathing.

"I didn't expect to see you here, Ms. Altman." Axel cocked an eyebrow. "I've truly missed you since we last met. I couldn't stop thinking about when we'd meet again. Who knew that would be tonight?"

"I never expected to meet you here too, Mr. Whitaker." Amber smiled stiffly.

Amber knew Axel only said those things because they were under surveillance.

But her heart still nervously trembled when Axel said he'd missed her.

Since both Amber and Axel were very experienced in such situations, Jameson didn't notice anything off about them whatsoever.

"It seems like we are fated to meet." Axel's eyes fondly narrowed as he made himself at home. "Come on now. Have a seat."

The instant Amber took a step, Axel patted his thigh. "Right here."

Jameson suddenly leaned in close to the monitor, eyes glinting coldly.

Amber's heart skipped a beat. She scrunched her hands in the hem of her dress before slowly walking toward Axel.

She cried out when Axel suddenly grabbed her arm, making her fall into his lap.

Her chest pushed right against his thigh.

Jameson's hands curled around the couch, leaving torn streaks in the material.

Axel's breaths came in harsh pants, but his gaze was still tender. "Are you scared?"

Amber's heart was pounding as she blushed. "Stop it, Mr. Whitaker."

There was a double meaning to her words.

How could Amber not be scared? She was trembling in Axel's grasp.

Axel snorted and leaned in close to her neck. "The smile you had on your face when you walked in here was terrible."

Amber pursed her lips and said nothing.

Axel's arms were so tight around her that it felt like he might snap her in two. He lowered his gaze slightly and saw how the soft dip of her breasts trembled beneath her dress.

What sane man wouldn't get riled up by such a sight?

"To… Where?" Amber breathed out, her heart jolting in response.

"We'll find a place. Stay the night with me." Axel then lifted Amber in his arms and marched out of the room.

Everyone looked on in astonishment as Axel and Amber walked out, not bothering to hide from any of them.

Can Not Win Me Back Chapter 1769-There was a silent rule in The Millenium, which was that no one else could bring Amber out of the place besides Jameson himself. Yet Axel was breaking that rule right now!

He was the only man who was bold enough to do so anyway.

Amber was terrified at first. But she then saw how determined and calm Axel was. Thus, all her worry disappeared, leaving her to close her eyes and lean against his chest.

Amber just wanted to leave with Axel right now, no matter where she went.

"Mr. J-Jameson, Axel Whitaker has taken Ms. Altman away!" Carl exclaimed, panicked.

Though Carl knew that Jameson had only ever treated Amber as a lowly substitute for Alyssa Taylor for all the years and even humiliated Amber again and again, no one was allowed to take Amber away regardless.

Axel was basically provoking Jameson beyond his limit!

"Go after them with the men!" Jameson ordered, panting angrily. "Bring Amber back no matter what it takes!"

Axel's Aston Martin sped through the highway while his hair blew in the wind through the open car window. He drove languidly with only one hand on the wheel.

Yet, Amber was feeling incredibly nauseous from the speed Axel was driving.

The instant they arrived at their hotel room, Amber ran to the bathroom and threw up heavily.

Axel chuckled, watching her with his arms around his chest. "I don't think you'd be able to play VR games if this is all you can take, Ms. Altman. And here I thought I'd gained a new gaming buddy."

"Your hobbies… are quite varied, Mr. Whitaker," Amber croaked out. She went to the sink and washed her mouth out before cleaning her face. She wasn't feeling that sick anymore.

Axel's eyes narrowed slightly as he gazed at Amber's delicate figure which shifted with her every move.

"Jameson's men were on our tail the instant I took you away from The Millenium. I couldn't have gotten away from them if I hadn't driven that fast."

"Why did you come to The Millenium out of the blue?" Amber asked.

She heaved a sigh and turned around to look at Axel. "I know you're a very skilled superspy, but there are always risks. Don't underestimate Jameson. If it's your death he wants, he will try and achieve it every chance he gets."

"I know that. Why else would he have sent you to me? To show you off?" Axel cocked an eyebrow before teasing, "Based on my observation though, you don't have much to show off besides your beauty and figure, no?"

Amber's heart strung up tightly as she quickly looked down.

So Axel had known why Jameson had sent her to him from the start.

"I wanted to see how you were doing," Axel said in that attractive voice of his.

Silence rang out from behind her.

Several seconds later, Amber heard footsteps nearing her, echoing in her heart.

Can Not Win Me Back Chapter 1770-Axel began, "I came to see you because I was worried something might happen to you."

"What could possibly happen to me? I'll be fine, so don't do this again." Amber didn't dare look up to meet Axel's eyes. She was trembling slightly as goosebumps erupted on her skin. "Please seek out trouble elsewhere from now on, Mr. Whitaker.

"I hope I never see you at The Millenium again. Or should I say… I hope to never see you again after tonight."

Axel's eyes darkened. "You can't really stop me."

Amber gnawed on her lip. She knew Axel was intelligent enough to understand her implied meaning. Why was he still so stubborn then?

These Taylors were too troublesome!

Axel slowly observed Amber's expression with unreadable eyes. Though Amber was known to be deadly and beautiful, she was still behaving like a delicate, pitiful little bunny before him. Even though she looked very similar to Alyssa, Axel still saw a different, startling beauty from her every time they met.

No wonder Jameson would spend so much time cultivating Amber. She really was quite gorgeous to the extent that no man would be able to hold their own before her.

It was a shame that Amber's skills failed when it came to Axel. After all, Axel basically flirted and manipulated for a living.

"Josh was only arrested so successfully tonight because of the clues you gave us."

Axel composed himself again and said nonchalantly, "I wonder if Jameson might soon trace this back to you once his brother falls and wipes you out of the picture.

"After all, Jameson did originally plan to use this as leverage against Josh. Now his plan has gone bust. Hahaha! He must be so fucking pissed right now, huh?"

Amber stayed silent. The intimate atmosphere had been ruined by Axel's humor.

"Mr. Jameson still has use for me. He won't try and do anything too serious to me unless he's found credible evidence." Amber then smiled, heart aching deeply.

"Even if he did have evidence, he wouldn't do anything to me either. I'm sure anyone would have a fondness for their pet after keeping it around for so long, what more another human being? Not to mention someone who resembles Ms.

Alyssa Taylor.

"So don't worry needlessly for me. What happened last time will never happen again. Let's never see one another anymore either. You won't gain anything from me. Our cooperation comes to an end here.

Amber sounded like she was trying to break up with Axel. She was trying so hard to convince Axel to give up. Yet Axel's chest tensed uncomfortably when she said that their collaboration was to come to an end there.

It wasn't just because Axel still remembered the task Alyssa entrusted him.

Rather, he felt slightly upset.

Amber might have been the one who initiated this game, but Axel had to be the one to call it quits!

Amber felt a weight on her shoulders before Axel turned her around, forcing their eyes to meet.

Amber's eyes began growing hazy while Axel's grew heavy with desire.