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.

something for you to take care of," he said curtly before walking away and disappearing

quiet breath,

him the milk, their eyes had met. His dark, intense

like a work of art, and every time she looked at him, her heart would race uncontrollably. Once Stephen left. Tessa

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

It didn't seem like Stephen had booked this suite on a whim. He must come here often. Wasn't he supposed to always be in Rivertown,

and immediately realized she

Tessa opened the door.

a tray in one hand and a bag in

took the tray and the bag. "Thank

"You're welcome."

glanced at the warm milk in her hand, feeling puzzled.

he had brought over. Inside were a new pair of women's slippers, two fresh towels,

voice came from the top

"Yes, thank you, Stephen."

him. An unfamiliar feeling

older

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