The Betrayed Heiress Is Now the CEO’s Obsession novel Chapter 172

Chapter 172

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Sean’s lips tightened into a straight line, his gaze lowered, making it impossible to read his emotions. He remained silent, lost in thought.

After a moment, Mr. Jasper Sr. spoke with a heavy, serious tone. “Sean, you must remember–something like that must never happen again. You are the only helrof the Jasper family. Do not throw your life away for a woman. Understand?”

Sean’s hands, resting at his sides, clenched slightly. His voice was steady but deep, “I understand.”

Mr. Jasper Sr. then tumed to James. “From now on, as long as Sean’s actions don’t violate our family’s principles or break the law, do not interfere with him.”

James felt a surge of frustration. The family’s power and assets were being handed directly from Mr. Jasper Sr. to Sean, bypassing him entirely.

But despite his resentment, James didn’t dare voice any objections in front of his father. After all, this entire mess began because of his own mistake–his illegitimate son, Joseph.

If he had just kept himself in check all those years ago, none of this would be happening.

still, he tried to comfort himself. sean was his son, not an outsider. It Sean held power, it would still be in the family,

“I understand,” James finally replied.

The cold front arrived, and temperatures plummeted below freezing, Jersey City saw its first snowfall of the season.

The sky had already darkened by the time Charlotte stepped out of the law firm. Snowflakes drifted down in a gentle flurry, sparkling beneath the neon lights, creating a magical, almost romantic atmosphere.

Standing by the street, Charlotte reached out, letting a few snowflakes land on her palm. The icy wind bit at her cheeks, and she adjusted her scart, her breath tuming into a misty white cloud in the cold air.

A sleek black Maybach pulled up by the curb.

Charlotte saw Sean stepping out, striding quickly toward her.

They had planned to visit Lama at the hospital together today

Once the car door closed, sealing out the howling wind, Sean wrapped an arm around her, pulling her close. He took her cold hands in his, rubbing them gently.

“your hands are freezing. Why didn’t you wear glows?” His voice was filled with concer

“It’s just a short walk,” Charlotte replied, sniffling

“That’s no excuse,” Sean muttered, continuing to warm her hands. “Remember to wear them next time.”

“okay,“Charlotte agreed soldy.

At the hospital, they found Luna sitting up in bed, staring blankly out the window at the fa

falling snow.

Lost in her thoughts, she didn’t even notice then enter

Lura, I’m here to see you,” Charlotte called gently, placing a small bag on the bedside table.

Luna stapped out

out of her da

hr daze, turning toward them. When her gaze landed on Sean, a flash of awe and curiosity crossed her eyes.

Charlotte uniled, inmoduring them. “Luna, this is my boyfriend, Sean Jasper.”

Realization brightened Luna’s face. “Hello, Sean!”

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