"I'll give it my best shot."

He smiled, though there was a hint of uncertainty in it. His eyes softened as they landed on the woman's profile, stunningly beautiful beyond words.

For a man like him, who had encountered countless breathtaking women, a pretty face might spark a flicker of desire. But it wouldn't make him want to share his life with her.

Eliza, however, was different. She stirred a unique feeling in him. He was utterly captivated, unable to pull himself away. He felt ready to spend a year, a lifetime, even face insurmountable challenges, just for her. Almost without realizing it, he walked over to the woman who seemed lost in thought.

"Val."

Eliza snapped back to reality and turned to look at him. "Are you done?"

"Yeah," he replied.

Dr. Roth, out of respect for Casper, had agreed to perform Mikey's surgery. After informing Eliza of the risks and getting her consent, they scheduled the operation.

Leaving the hotel, Eliza felt like she was in a dream.

was because of Casper, and although the doctor hadn't charged,

I'm tired of

Estate?" That seemed a

best. Maybe we should choose a

but she also wanted to respect

a home-cooked meal. If not my place,

she compromised. "Then let's go to my place. We can stop by the supermarket on the

The supermarket wasn't too

pushed the

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Eliza as she carefully selected ingredients. Having lived with Casper for so long, she knew his tastes well. Without

"Casper," someone called out.

Worried about being

cart, approached them. "What brings you to

some groceries with a

be careful about the friends you make. People can be

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