His Unveiled Passion

Chapter 4

"Tess, the custom engagement ring I ordered for you from Chaumet has arrived at the Haverford store. Feel free to stop by and have a look whenever you have the chance."

Chaumet was a prestigious, internationally renowned diamond ring brand.

Tessa had only agreed to the arranged marriage just days ago, yet the custom ring had already arrived. Had it been ordered ahead of time?

Tessa didn't press for more information. "Okay," she replied.

...

When she arrived at the Chaumet store, the staff eagerly presented the ring. "Ms. Yates, this is the engagement ring Mr. Jacobson had custom-made for you."

Tessa picked up the ring and studied it closely.

The centerpiece was a striking five-carat blue diamond, set in a band decorated with tiny pink and colorless diamonds. Its brilliance shimmered under the light, enchanting everyone who looked at it. "This ring also has the initials of you and Mr. Jacobson engraved inside."

Tessa took a closer look at the engraving, which unmistakably read "SJ TY."

It was evident that a lot of thought had gone into the design.

She slid the ring onto her finger, and it fit perfectly.

"It's stunning," the staff member complimented, clearly impressed.

Just as she admired the ring, Zachary's voice suddenly came from behind her. "Tessa, what are you doing here?"

She frowned and turned around.

As soon as she did, Zachary released Wendy's hand.

A cold glimmer flashed in Wendy's eyes, but it disappeared just as quickly, and her expression settled back into its usual calm demeanor.

Tessa wasn't surprised to find Zachary with Wendy.

She gave him a sweet smile and replied, "I came to try on this ring."

At the sound of her words, Zachary moved closer. The moment his eyes landed on the ring on Tessa's finger, his expression darkened instantly.

With a bright smile, Tessa twirled her hand, letting the dazzling diamond sparkle in the light. "So, what do you think? Isn't it beautiful?"

A flash of anger flickered in Zachary's eyes. "It's not."

Both of them knew exactly what the ring signified.

Zachary had always viewed Tessa as obedient and understanding, never once considering that she might desire something that wasn't hers to claim.

something he could never offer

Tessa wasn't

face remained cold, and he didn't

a coincidence, Ms. Yates.

help but sneer

call Zachary had taken earlier

"business" he had to attend to

explain himself

to the ring on Tessa's finger. The blue diamond at its center had

be worth seven or eight million dollars. How could Tessa even think of trying it

before turning her attention back to admiring the ring on her finger, unfazed by the tension in the air. She couldn't help but acknowledge Stephen's impeccable taste-she was

Yates, that ring is absolutely stunning," Wendy

I think it's beautiful

grew dark with frustration. "Tessa,

her head as she met his

the ring for? Are you pressuring me for a

subtle smile curled at the corners of Wendy's lips as she

and I are only here today because Mrs. Gomez asked us to try

mentioned was Zachary's mother,

was crystal clear-"I've been chosen by Zachary's mother. She's already made her decision, so don't even

but let out a quiet laugh as she glanced at

engagement ring her fiancé had designed for her, yet they

was lost in his own delusions, convinced she was trying to

eager to flaunt Yanis' supposed

small, insignificant household in Haverford-Samuel wouldn't even

I see," Tessa said, her voice calm

visibly thrown off by her lack

she seem

detect a hint of

expression remained stoic, leaving

or did she genuinely not care

darkened with

is this some kind of joke? You knew Wendy and I were coming to try on rings today, didn't you? Did you purposely come here

no future between us. Your attempts to pressure me into marriage won't

how could you even

to berate her, "Just look at yourself.

was absolutely livid, unleashing a stream of harsh

Tessa, however, remained unfazed.

at her lips as she asked, "Am I embarrassing

logic, Ms. Cox is the mistress-and you're the one cheating. So, tell me, who's really the

falling as he snapped, "Are you taking it off or

voice was calm,

don't get any ideas