Can’t Win Me Back novel (Alyssa and Jasper) novel Chapter 2426

"Five times more potent than the previous version? Are you sure it's safe for Remy to consume this?" Sheryl picked up the pill, unease flickering across her face.

As much as she despised Remy, she couldn't deny his prowess as a fighter and his value as Justin's right-hand man. Having him around would certainly ease Justin's workload, prompting her to double-check.

"It won't kill him, but it won't be pleasant either. Don't worry—it's temporary," Justin replied, a sinister smile curling his lips. He continued nonchalantly, "When he takes the pill, his adrenaline will spike, flooding him with energy while his muscles tense. He'll feel both pain and euphoria. Then, it will fade, leaving him dependent on the drug moving forward."

The implication was clear to Sheryl. Justin intended to control Remy through addiction.

"Remy wasn't born for the shadows," Justin continued, his gaze darkened. "He's just a victim of post-traumatic amnesia, his nervous system subdued with sedatives and anesthetics. That's the only reason he's compliant. But dormant instincts always awaken.

"His outburst tonight? A warning sign. To prevent further incidents, the solution is simple—severe addiction. Don't you agree?"

A shiver ran down Sheryl's spine.

She had been involved in every aspect of Justin's dealings, including RC's development of these new drugs. She knew all too well the monstrous transformation awaiting anyone who consumed that pill.

"Mr. Justin, what if Remy reacts adversely to the drug and becomes useless to you?"

"A useless man is just trash. Naturally, a piece of trash has to go where it belongs."

With a dismissive wave, Justin signaled her to leave.

Sheryl's body turned cold. What she didn't realize—what she would only understand upon her death—was that this chill foreshadowed her own fate.

…

"Come here." This time, Jasper wouldn't let her stubbornness win. He drew her into his arms, hands settling naturally at her waist, holding her firmly against him.

Landon's lips curved into a relieved smile as he watched them embrace. Jasper still cared for Alyssa, even if his words said otherwise.

Alyssa trembled in Jasper's arms, head bowed like a child who'd caused some terrible disaster.

"Why are you crying again? Your tears never stop," Jasper muttered, frowning at her soft sobs. "You've always been strong, Alyssa."

"I've never been strong… It was all just a front…" she whispered, her tears dampening her lashes. "Not for a single moment… was I truly strong."

Something indefinable surged through Jasper, leaving his throat desert-dry as he swallowed.