His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

"Please, make sure you get me what I need ASAP. That's the real priority here," she said, wiping her swollen eyes. "Mr. Zach, maybe one day I'll agree to work with you, but only if you're not just using me. You also need to make sure I have a way out."

Zach chuckled, a mix of arrogance and something a bit twisted. "My dear Eliza, we're partners in this. It's not about using anyone. I would never let you get hurt."

"That's what I hope."

Eliza walked past Zach.

Aaron stepped out of his car, his eyes fixed on her. "Eliza."

"Aaron," Eliza walked up to him. "You've been such great help today. You should head back and get some rest."

"As a friend, it's the least I can do." He pressed his lips together gently. "I'm heading back to Martin Hospital. If you ever find it unbearable at Welton International, come and find me. I could arrange a job for you."

"Thank you, Aaron. I still owe Casper money. He won't let me off easily."

Rose had passed away. But debts didn't just disappear with a person.

Aaron nodded slightly, not saying much more. "You and Chelsea should head back home early. Send me a message when you get home, so I don't worry."

"Okay."

Aaron off, Eliza slumped into Chelsea's car, exhausted. Her head ached

peppermint oil on her fingertips and gently massaged Eliza's temples. "Go home

me." Eliza held Chelsea's hand, feeling a sense

her seatbelt. "Try to get some

to her studio apartment and watched

She had requested bereavement leave, and the company had granted her

the next day,

some mistake, but after an apologetic explanation from HR, she learned it was an instruction

of despair, he pushed

didn't have much. Barely a suitcase full. She returned to her parents'

unpacking, Eliza received a text

you some things from your aunt. Come to Falconridge

signed

tried to call Aaron, but the call was busy. Aaron said he was at the Falconridge Hotel for a meeting, so she didn't think

"Aaron."