His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

It sounded promising.

But... Eliza didn't want to be a burden to anyone.

"Does your friend know about my relationship with Casper? I'm worried..."

"My friend just got back from abroad, so he doesn't play by these local rules." Chelsea handed the contract to Eliza. "Look, I brought the contract. Have a read, and if it feels right, you should sign it."

The opportunity had come out of nowhere. After the initial excitement, Eliza couldn't help feeling a bit melancholic. "The terms are good, it's just..."

"What's there to worry about?" Chelsea pulled out a cigarette, placed it between her lips, and lit it. Her slender fingers held the cigarette in a captivating and cool way.

She took a drag and slowly exhaled a plume of gray smoke. "Does Casper still have that much control?"

"He's your friend, after all," Eliza said calmly.

Chelsea handed the contract to Eliza. "He doesn't have much leverage over Casper, so don't worry."

"So, should I... sign it?"

"Yeah."

She picked up her phone and sent Eliza a location. "Go to this place

up the contract, and stood. "I'm heading out.

She fiddled with her phone for a bit before dialing a

came

not doing this for you. I just can't

right. Maybe, once Eliza knew the truth, she would blame her.

end, was

She lifted her

studio Chelsea had recommended. She was greeted by a very young

they can get good results in their upcoming exams," the young girl said, smiling and revealing two cute little bunny teeth. "Ms. Eliza, you graduated from the Art Academy of Falconridge

never knew she

Later, some students will sign up. You can choose one-on-one sessions

your boss

and felt uncertain. She also wanted to

come often. You'd be lucky to ever bump