Chapter 1828

Jasper tightened the grip on his phone. "Lyse, I need to answer Landon's call."

"Go ahead," Alyssa gently said.

Jasper had always been transparent with his calls in front of her; there were no secrets between them. But Alyssa understood that this call was important for both Landon and Jasper.

Jasper rose and made his way to the living room. Standing by the window, he answered with concern, "Landon, how are you holding up? Are you okay?"

"Jasper." After a prolonged pause, Landon's voice came through, strained as if he hadn't had water in days. "I miss Lauren so much…"

Jasper felt a pang in his chest. "Don't worry. Lauren is with Grandpa. We're taking care of her. She's safe."

"Jasper, can I still be with Lauren? Can I still marry her?" Landon's question held a desperate tone.

Jasper's throat constricted; he was momentarily speechless. While he knew Landon was deeply in love with Lauren, he couldn't predict if Lauren would choose him.

"If I can resolve things with the Harper Gro