His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

"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.

of Casper, and although the doctor hadn't charged, she felt it was only

agreed cheerfully. "Sure, but I'm tired of eating out. How

Estate?" That seemed

mediocre at best. Maybe we should choose a nicer restaurant," she

needed to repay the favor, but she

form of hospitality is a home-cooked meal. If not my place, then yours,"

to go to Welton Estate, so 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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ingredients. Having lived with Casper for so long, she knew his tastes well. Without him saying

"Casper," someone called out.

and Casper's aunt, Mae. Worried about being recognized, she

approached them. "What brings

groceries with

Eliza shopping nearby and asked curiously, "What friend? I'm telling you, be careful about the friends you make. People