Chapter 519

He didn't answer her at first. So, she gently tapped his arm and asked softly, "Casper, are you alright?"

This time, he finally stirred. Slowly opening his eyes, which were usually so deep and clear, now looked foggy. He took her hand from his arm, brought it to his face, and nuzzled it gently, leaning against her. His head rested on her chest, his breath heavy with the smell of

alcohol.

"I'm sorry, I just can't drink anymore," he mumbled as soon as he spoke.

Eliza felt a tug at her heart, a slight pang. "If you can't drink, then don't overdo it. Your health is what matters."

"I had to drink, just a bit more. I needed Dr. Peels to agree to treat Robin. I had no choice," he muttered.

But she caught every word, loud and clear. A feeling of heartache started spreading inside her...

Once they got home, Casper headed straight for the bathroom. He made sure to close all the doors, worried that the noise of him being sick would disturb Eliza's rest. But how could she not hear it?

to whip up some

put in, Casper's face was visibly apologetic. "You really don't have to take care of me.

at the clock. It was already past midnight. "Try to get some sleep

this affect his responsibilities. "Don't worry, I won't mess

a worried look before heading back to her room. Casper obediently took

soup she

stomach churned.

curled up on the sofa and somehow

the next morning, Casper was already out the door. Though he wasn't fully recovered, he gave it his all and went to

over, gave her shoulder a little nudge, and teased, "Eliza, what's on

up?" Eliza replied with an awkward

without classes, pulled up a chair and sat across from Eliza, starting a casual chat. "Manuel's been abroad for a while. He called me today, saying he's coming back and has some gifts for me. Has he reached out to you?" ""No, not

she told Manuel she wanted to be with Casper, they hadn't been in touch. He hadn't even posted about his trip on social

talked about staying friends, but given the circumstances, that was

and I..."

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