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.

here. I have something for you to take care of," he

quiet breath, timally

their eyes had met. His dark, intense gaze had made her heart skip a

seemed like a work of art, and every time she looked at him, her heart

signs that someone had been living here. Personal belongings were scattered around the living

Stephen had booked this suite on a whim. He must come here often. Wasn't he

her luggage in the bedroom and immediately realized she had forgotten to pack her

Tessa opened the door.

hand and a bag in the

took the tray and the bag.

"You're welcome."

closing the door, she glanced at the warm milk in her hand, feeling puzzled. Did Stephen also have a habit of drinking

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

arrive?" Stephen's voice came from the

"Yes, thank you, Stephen."

eyes meeting him. An unfamiliar

neighborly older brother. He was also

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