His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

A chill ran through her, freezing her heart in its grip. Eliza's lips curled into a cold, mocking smile.

It wasn't that she was afraid to say that. She just didn't see the point anymore. She was done trying to prove her innocence, begging him to understand.

"Casper, why are we still dragging this out? Aren't you tired of this pointless, painful mess? Seriously, let's just get a divorce."

Casper's eyes widened for a moment. Divorce? He thought she'd never bring it up again. Was it because of Aaron? Or was there someone else?

"Oh, so are you tired of playing house? Are you looking to upgrade to Mrs. Martin, Mrs. Lynch, or Mrs. Gillum? Are you open to any of those titles?" His voice dripped with sarcasm, like he'd just heard the world's biggest joke. The smirk on his face radiated mockery and disdain.

Eliza pulled her clothes tighter around her, her gaze steady. "I think I've almost paid my dues, even if you think I owe Nova something. Just let me go. Let my family go. I'd be grateful, okay?"

"You don't think you deserve this?" His eyes were sharp, cutting into her like a knife.

anymore; she was numb to the pain. As long as she could get away, she wouldn't complain, even if she had just one

I deserve it. But does my family deserve it? If I'd known marrying you

you found

to explain. "Fine,

again?" His eyes darkened as he grabbed her neck. "I

as she struggled to breathe, her eyes burning with resentment as she stared him down. "Casper, have you forgotten

never hated anyone more. This was the first time she'd stood up to him,

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it came to it, she wasn't

nothing left to lose.

eyes. "Haven't I explained Robin's situation? And your father? His own