His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

During springtime in the suburbs of Falconridge, the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, painting the countryside in splashes of pink and white, like clouds scattered across the hills. A gentle breeze stirred the petals, making them dance like butterflies-an absolutely breathtaking sight. Dillon checked his watch. Casper had been sitting in this quiet corner, as still as a statue, for over two hours. His gaze was distant, lost in thoughts that seemed to have a tight grip on him. Dillon started to worry that it might be too much for him. Trying to break the silence, he suggested, "Mr. Casper, how about we head over to the kindergarten? I heard they're having a field day. It should be pretty lively."

Casper frowned slightly, his voice cold. "I don't like children."

Dillon guessed Casper had forgotten about the kindergarten he'd invested in. Understandable, given his professional investment firm and its myriad projects. A small kindergarten could easily slip his mind.

"You've been invested in that kindergarten for almost five years and have never visited. Maybe now's a good time to take a look."

Casper remained silent, his eyes unreadable. After a few more moments, he finally stood up. "Alright, let's go check it out."

on the school's sports field. It was a parent-child event, and the

their parents to help them. This time, we've made it a point to involve fathers in the activities too." Casper

A small boy sat alone, looking lonely and helpless,

turned to the

The principal nodded

mother earlier. She said she wouldn't participate in any activities, so we arranged for

timid andē introverted. Without a father, and with his mother absent, it was a tough situation. If

He grabbed the

to, I don't want you..." Brock's voice trembled, his eyes