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.

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left Falconridge, heading towards

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Eliza's gaze turned forlorn.

glanced at her. "We're going to see a man named Carter, a renowned figure in Western painting. You're

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

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lingered on her lips. "I heard Carter's wife

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