His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

Chapter 508

"Relationships between men and women don't have to be one-dimensional; we can definitely be great friends. If you ever need help, I'm here for you." "Thank you," she replied, unsure of what else to say.

Manuel took the rejection gracefully, without any hint of awkwardness.

He got up, smiling as he said goodbye, "You must be exhausted. I'll head out now. Let's grab a meal sometime soon, and feel free to invite the baby's father." "Alright."

She walked him out, watching as he left, a sigh slipping from her lips.

As she turned to go back upstairs, she noticed Casper standing by the car.

He... hadn't left yet?

She paused, looking at him, "Why are you still here?"

"I saw him go upstairs," he replied, flicking a half-smoked cigarette to the ground and gently crushing it underfoot.

Eliza frowned slightly, "So what?"

Deep down, she hoped Casper wouldn't get jealous over nothing.

That would only snuff out the little spark they had just started to rekindle. If things soured, all their talk about starting fresh would become meaningless.

gazed at him, instinctively stepping back as he moved

of?" His tall frame naturally cast her in his shadow, but his expression wasn't as serious as usual; it seemed to carry a hint of a smile. "Afraid I'll blow up? Get jealous? Say something you'll find unpleasant?"

the smile in

you really don't get mad over nothing,

know whether to laugh or bow in

she

husband who doesn't lose his cool over small stuff-someone

was earnest and

found his words a bit sarcastic, but

back. Driving for hours

anymore. If push comes to shove, I'll just crash in the car tonight."

Eliza: ...

to call him out, so she pulled out her phone,

pocket. "Or, you

sparkled

knew Casper's antics all too

have

in his voice, "I just want to spend more time

voice had a tender note; he really knew how to tug at

Eliza relented.