His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

Faithe hopped out of the passenger seat first, making her way around to open the door for Casper. "Mr. Casper, we're here."

Casper glanced at Eliza. "We're here, let's get out."

He led the way, with Eliza following at a respectful distance.

Faithe sped up to catch up with her, whispering, "Mr. Manuel invited Mr. Casper over because he wants to hand over some of the paintings he's collected over the years. You should help Mr. Casper inspect them."

"Faithe, you brought the wrong person. You should've brought an art expert."

She wasn't an expert. She might not be helpful even if she knew a bit about art.

Rumor had it Manuel was from a royal lineage. His home was lavishly decorated, with famous paintings adorning every wall. Many unique antique vases seemed to have a lot of history.

Manuel came out to greet Casper with a wide smile. From a distance, he extended his hand. "Mr. Casper, it's been a long time. Your presence is an honor."

"Mr. Manuel, you're too kind."

Manuel recognized Faithe but not Eliza. As a man who had seen countless women, the first sight of such a beautiful woman made his gaze darken slightly. "And this is...?"

design department. I brought her along to broaden

surprised. Her identity depended on who was

lose their luster next to her," Manuel praised Eliza generously, extending his

managed

was about to politely shake his hand, Casper took it instead. Mr. Manuel, let's see your prized piece. Ms. Eliza has a bit of understanding, so

look."

delicate face. Men and women alike could

Manuel?" Casper's voice brought

chuckled, "Of

painting. Such masterpieces were rarely in private hands. Eliza's teacher had once borrowed a piece from amuseum,

studied

close. .

right?" Manuel positioned the painting. "This

not understand art, so he stepped aside to let Eliza look. Masterpieces, in every aspect, were

on this. I know Mr. Casper enjoys such things, so

If it were genuine, it would be worth at least

to sell this

go because Mr. Casper likes it," Manuel expressed, as