His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

Chapter 719

Eliza had planned on tackling the hike solo. Just as she was about to decline, he quickly chimed in, "It's always better with more company, more eyes to look out for each other. The trails here can be pretty tricky, and besides, it's not just us heading up today."

Eliza studied the guy standing in front of her. It was like he could sense what was on her mind. Offering an explanation felt a little too calculated.

She paused for a moment, "Is your girlfriend coming along?"

"She went back to Falconridge. You know, after what happened with Kate yesterday..." He figured Eliza could fill in the blanks, so he let the sentence trail

off.

No need to dig further when it was all in the open.

"So, what time are we heading out? I'm not even packed yet."

back. If time was tight, she could always stroll along at her own pace. After all, this trip was meant to clear her head, not race to the top. She

I'll swing by to get you," Gabe said, his laid- back demeanor coupled with a hint

"Alright,

some comfy hiking clothes and shoes. She wasn't exactly kitted

later, the

go?" Gabe's voice came

opened

hikers, seven or eight of them, fully geared up, chatting and

breathtaking views, each twist and turn more stunning than the last. Unlike the others who were all about

were gorgeous, even in this season, carrying their own unique alture. With her camera in hand, every so often she'd pause

world, she didn't realize how far ahead the other hikers had gotten. The trail started getting steeper, making the trek tougher. Then, out of nowhere, delicate snowflakes began to drift down from the

Gabe, who had gone ahead with the group, jogged back to see her safely resting there, letting out a sigh

had me worried sick! Why didn't you keep up? I thought you'd gotten lost," Gabe said, plopping down beside her