His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

Chapter 597

"Got

it."

How could he not understand? What Eliza was missing wasn't money; it was a solid sense of security and the realization of her own self-worth.

"Let me think about it," she said gently.

Casper nodded eagerly. Her willingness to consider his proposal meant she was really listening to him. He let out a silent sigh of relief.

The most crucial part was proposing to her right away. Only if she agreed to marry him willingly would they truly be husband and wife, and only then could his heart finally be at ease.

He had already passed that dazzling diamond to the craftsman. Besides crafting a massive diamond ring, he was also having a stunning set of jewelry and a one-of-a-kind crown made just for her. This was going to take some time-probably at least six months. During that time, he would need to treat her exceptionally well.

Casper quickly dove into work. After the meeting wrapped up, he was going over tasks with Dillon. He had a lot to say,

...

on the desk. "What's on

snapped back to reality, quickly focusing on the

he fumbled with the files, trying

said, closing the file, his eyes sharp and knowing. "I heard that while I was away this past year, you and Caroline have been on and off. What's the deal?" "There's nothing going on," Dillon said, sidestepping too much personal detail, not wanting to delve

letter. "The Beaconhouse branch needs someone strong in all areas to lay down the groundwork. I think you're the right fit." "Beaconhouse?" Dillon was surprised,

time here with me, it's about time you went back for a bit." Casper handed him the appointment letter. "A

leave, you won't have a solid assistant

shrugged. "You'll need to sort that out

leaving Falconridge, Dillon took great care in selecting a new assistant for Casper. Yet, none seemed quite right. Casper was used to having Dillon around after all these years. The last

cautious and meticulous in his search, but no one quite

temporary stand-in for now. They don't need to match you perfectly, just close enough," Casper insisted, not wanting Dillon to delay his trip. The Beaconhouse branch was eager to get started. "Go-to Beaconhouse with peace of mind.

"Understood."