His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

"It's your fault for going back on your word, not mine."

He wrapped his arm around her waist, pulling her close. Her waist was so slim he could circle it with one hand and still have room to spare. It reminded him of how much he loved holding her waist in bed. He licked his dry lips, his eyes drifting to her red-painted lips. "Today, you don't need to sacrifice yourself. Once this deal is done, I can reward you."

"I want a million dollars."

It was the first time she had made such a demand. She needed the money for Robin's medical bills and had nowhere else to get it.

Casper had driven Robin to madness, so he should be the one to pay for the treatment.

Casper was momentarily stunned, then he laughed mockingly. He lifted her chin with his hand. "Just for mingling with me, you want a million dollars?"

He shoved her away roughly, his cold eyes scrutinizing her. "Eliza, I don't like women who ask for money."

Money was something he gave on a whim, not something she could demand.

Eliza remained silent, her demeanor calm.

She knew Casper too well. He would've come with Nova if this was a simple social event. The fact that he wanted Eliza to go meant he was either exploiting her looks or handling something only she could accomplish. Like the last time at Daniel's house, he invited her because she was good friends with Renee.

guests attending the event by the outfit Casper

valuable. The guests are already waiting.

he pocketed his

car left Falconridge, heading towards the

road was narrow, surrounded by greenery, like a path

Eliza's gaze turned forlorn.

Carter, a renowned figure in Western painting. You're familiar with him, aren't

treating her like their own daughter. She often had free meals at Mr. Carter's home during her college years. Casper really did

Casper, what kind of business are you planning with

is

auction house in Falconridge. We've scouted

professor owns

that

ideal if

to sell the land to Welton International and agree to have his works displayed and sold in

way. In simpler terms, he wanted the land, the rights, and control over

her lips. "I heard Carter's wife

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