His Unveiled Passion

Chapter 32

Chapter 32

One of the officers spoke with authority. "We've received your report, and we'll be proceeding with an investigation.

"However, you will also be charged for intentional injury. This will be a public prosecution case, and whether or not your actions were in self-defense will be determined by the court."

Tessa nodded. "I understand."

After posting ball, Tessa left the police station and got into Stephen's car.

"I'll make some calls and get them to drop the charges," Stephen offered. Tessa shook her head. "There's no need. I'm confident I can handle this,"

Night had fallen, and the world around them was quiet,

Stephen's face was hidden in the shadows. His voice was deep and steady as he said, "Tess, every time something happens, you handle it on your own. You could try relving on me."

Tessa sighed. "After my mother passed away, I went through a long period of depression. Then, my father remarried, and it felt like I was left with no one to tum

They sat side by side

hiding the sorrow etched in her eyes. She forced a

leamed to handle everything on my own because I didn't know

as he looked at her with concem. "You still have

But Tessa didn't respond.

earlier had planted a

adopted sister, have ulterior motives toward

Stephen was deeply

her rude behavior yesterday, it was clear his

lack of manners and disrespect than from a desire to defend

could she possibly compare to the

her and Jacqueline, she

decided not to expect too much

a wave

"Tess, no matter what happens, I'll always be on your side. Tessa nodded

Stephen made a call to have the police drop the intentional Injury

dialed for his assistant "Find out which hospital the two men who harassed