Chapter 65

Jasper's voice was cold, barely suppressing his anger. The natural authority in his tone was enough to send chills down Yvette's and Phoebe's spines. "Yes, I've finished talking." Yvette's body trembled as she instinctively nodded. Phoebe couldn't even muster a word. Their legs felt weak as they hurried out the door. As Phoebe passed by Jasper, he stopped her, reaching into his pocket and handing a small stack of ration coupons to her. "Here, spend it as you need," he said concisely. Phoebe held the money with trembling hands and said, "Thank you, Jasper. Is this for me and Natalie?" But by the time she looked up at Jasper, only to find he was already striding up the stairs, heading to the upper floor. … Jasper moved down the dormitory corridor with a cold expression. His room was near the end of the corridor, and as he walked past one of the partially open doors, he overheard a conversation. "Come one, what's so special about Captain Locke's sister that has you all smitten li