His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

Chapter 707

The man chuckled, shaking his head with amusement. It was smart for girls to stay on their toes these days. He didn't think she was wrong to be cautious.

Chelsea had booked Eliza a room with a balcony that overlooked the lake. Even as nature seemed to be shedding its layers in this season, there were still ducks gliding peacefully across the water. It felt like the only place where someone could truly clear their mind.

That afternoon, Eliza bundled up in her thick down jacket, planning to relax by the lake for a bit. As she reached the elevator, she spotted the man who'd helped her with her luggage the day before.

"Heading out?" he greeted her warmly.

"Yes," she replied, offering a polite but distant smile.

"I didn't get a chance to introduce myself yesterday. I'm Gabe."

Eliza simply nodded with a light "Oh."

waiting for her to introduce herself, but she didn't bite. "Do I look like a bad guy?" he asked, clearly entertained by the situation. "Not at all," she said, momentarily caught off guard by his question. Gabe looked at her, his smile unwavering,

"Eliza," she replied.

"From Falconridge?"

you know?"

its beauties. I guessed from your demeanor." As the elevator doors slid

said, a bit

been here before?" he asked, his enthusiasm making

been here a few times. I

Small talk with a stranger wasn't her forte. When

her scarf

away, hands in his

Eliza strolled slowly toward the lake, enjoying the solitude. This time of year, tourists were scarce. Occasionally, she saw