"I'm really sorry, but visiting isn't possible right now. Mr. Casper's in a critical phase of his recovery from severe burns, so we can't allow any visitors at the moment."
Caroline didn't push it.
As long as he was still breathing, they'd have their chance to see each other again.
"Please make sure Casper gets the best care. As for Eliza, I'll keep her in the dark for now."
"Alright," Dillon nodded, then added, "Actually, Mr. Casper made plans for Eliza and their son a long time ago, even before all this happened..."
It was rare for a man in his prime to draw up a will so early, mapping out his loved ones' futures out of pure devotion.
But Casper did just that.
He was terrified that something might happen to him, leaving Eliza and their child without support.
And then, the unexpected struck.
"...According to his will, Mr. Casper ensured that Eliza and their son's future would be secure. He also wished for her to start a new life."
Dillon handed Caroline two divorce papers. "Please give these to Eliza. It's Mr. Casper's way of letting go."
Previously, Casper wouldn't even entertain the thought of divorce.
Letting go was, ironically, more painful than holding on.
The more Caroline listened, the more it stung.
Casper's decision was undoubtedly for Eliza's benefit, but did he ever consider if this was what she wanted?
Was this one-sided sacrifice truly what Eliza desired?
"If he went to such lengths for her, why not take a chance on her love for him?"
Dillon wasn't sure if Eliza loved Casper.
In Casper's heart, he couldn't say for certain how deeply she cared for him, or if she'd continue to love him no matter the circumstances.
Instead of facing potential disappointment, he chose to extinguish hope himself.
So, he let go.
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