Chapter 3

Asher and my engagement party is set for next month.

Asher's mother said the Adams Family would handle these matters, and I just needed to wait calmly. She gave me the chance to back out anytime.

I replied with a helpless smile, "That's not fair to Asher."

He's just sick.

I sent a message to the research institute's assistant, asking them to prepare the experimental equipment. In the last life, after Asher had a heart transplant, I locked myself in the lab for some time to research antibiotics.

Later, the medicine was ready for production, but he had already passed away from an infection.

I hope it's not too late this time.

Suddenly, Jasper sent me a message: "Come to the Night Owl Club, I have something to discuss with you."

I refused outright.

The first thing Jasper did after being reborn was to cancel the marriage with me and confess to my stepsister, Iris.

To make Iris happy, he set off fireworks all night long.

Their relationship topped the trending topics, and everyone said they were a perfect match. Paparazzi even caught a video of them walking on the beach.

Iris seemed tired, and playfully asked Jasper to carry her. I thought he'd refuse.

But he didn't. He smiled indulgently, kneeled down, gently rubbed her ankle, and then carried her, his actions smooth and tender.

A commenter online said: "Jasper is truly in love with Iris."

He's been by Iris's side, diligently pleasing her, treating her like a princess. He's trying to make up for past regrets, wanting a new life.

I don't object, as long as it doesn't involve me.

But I ended up going to the Night Owl Club, though not because of Jasper.

I wanted to see Asher, and his assistant called me back:

"Ms. Daphne, Mr. Asher is doing business at Night Owl. If it's urgent, you can come directly."

I frowned instinctively, teasing, "Drinking while sick? Afraid of not dying fast enough?"

The assistant quickly muted the mic.

After a moment of silence, all I heard was a light cough.

Finally, the assistant hurriedly gave me a room number and hung up.