Casper slowly got to his feet, brushing the sand off his clothes. He shrugged off his jacket, tossing it to Dillon. "Call for backup and make sure she's alright," he instructed.

"Mr. Casper, your injuries..." Dillon's voice trailed off, concern etched on his face. Eliza had stabbed Casper not too long ago and he hadn't fully healed. Was he really going to dive into that stormy sea? Without a second thought, Casper plunged into the churning waters. The wind howled, and rain poured down in torrents, turning the sea into a chaotic mess.

Aaron was the first to return, shivering and blue-lipped from the cold. "Eliza, I couldn't find Brock," he said, his voice trembling. It was impossible to blame him; he looked like he'd been through hell.

Eliza nodded slightly, her eyes glued to the spot where Casper had disappeared into the waves. Her son was so young and had been lost in the sea for so long. She was terrified, her legs barely holding her up.

Dillon stood behind her, holding an umbrella, his face mirroring her worry. "Don't worry, Brock will be okay," Aaron tried to reassure her, but Eliza only stared sorrowfully at the turbulent sea, tears streaming down her face. She never imagined she'd rely on Casper for anything. Could she trust him to give his all? What choice did she have now?

already called for a rescue team, and they would be

his experience and determination. The sea was a swirling,

calm. Casper searched frantically, the bone-chilling water sapping his strength. Just as he was about to lose hope, he spotted Brock. He

was quickly taken by the rescue team for further treatment. Eliza followed, not sparing a glance at Casper. Casper was exhausted and collapsed onto the beach, letting the rain wash over him. Dillon hurried over, holding the umbrella above him. "Mr. Casper, are you alright?" Casper stared up at the oppressive dark clouds. After a

words were like a punch

seemingly indifferent to Casper's fate. He had risked his life for a child that wasn't his, all

"Maybe she..." he started, trying to find some excuse for Eliza, but the words wouldn't come. He couldn't

side. The doctors kept marveling at his luck, saying any other

said he was destined

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