Chapter 16

Chapter 16

Noticing Tessa's discomfort, Stephen offered gently, "Take a look around and let me know if you need anything. I'm heading upstairs to take a shower."

"wait"Tessa called out.

He paused and tumed around. "What is it?"

She opened her backpack and handed him a bottle of milk. "Stephen, could you have this tested? I think something's wrong with it.'

Has expression tightened as he looked at the bottle. "Do you think someone's trying to hurt you?"

She nodded solemnly. "I think so, but I'm not sure. It's better to be cautions,"

"Alright, I'll take care of it."

Stephen pulled out his phone and made a call.

take care of," he said

out a quiet breath,

met. His

stunning, but it wasn't just that. His entire face seemed like a work of art, and every time she looked at him, her heart would race uncontrollably. Once

someone had been living

like Stephen had booked this suite on a whim. He must come

It wasn't her business. She placed her luggage in the bedroom and immediately realized she had forgotten to pack her slippers. Just as she considered asking Stephen

Tessa opened the door.

attendant, holding a tray in one hand and a bag in the other, greeted her. "Hello, I'm here to deliver something for Mr.

the tray and the

"You're welcome."

hand, feeling puzzled. Did Stephen also have a

women's slippers, two fresh towels, and some toiletries. They were clearly meant for her. A gentle warmth spread

arrive?" Stephen's voice came from the top of

"Yes, thank you, Stephen."

eyes meeting him. An unfamiliar

just her neighborly older brother.

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