His Unveiled Passion

Chapter 39

Chapter 39

Tessa wondered if it would be inappropriate to enter at that moment.

From side, she heard Stephen's calm voice. "I'll call the mucse."

Jacqueline refused to let it go. She continued to whine, "No, I want you to feed me yourself. Why won't you do it, Stephen?"

Stephen gently replied, "Be good. You're not a child anymore. Besides, I have a girlfriend now. I'm about to get engaged to Tess. We need to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings

Tessa's heart stirred slightly at his words. She hadn't expected Stephen to reject Jacqueline's request because of her.

Jacqueline's tone shifted abruptly, losing its sweetness altogether. Her voice grew sharp as she retorted, "We need to avoid misunderstandings, even as siblings? Does that mean Tessa is petty and narrow- minded?

for me, you're refusing my request because of her?" Tessa tumed and prepared to leave. She didn't want to force her way into such an uncomfortable situation. There was no need to impose when Jacqueline clearly didn't want

hint of anger. "Jacqueline, I've told you before. Tessa is going to be your sister- in-law in the future. You need to treat her with respect." At

toward the doorway at the nurse's voice. They finally noticed

the room.

followed the nurse into

disdain when she saw Tessa. She demanded, "What

the same time.

set up the IV drip for Jacqueline, who stared at

causing your accident?- Jacqueline hadn't expected Tessa to remain calm and

steady demeanor caught Jacqueline off guard. However, she maintained

so she avoided Tessa's question. Instead, she tumed to Stephen with teary eyes and a pitiful

I didn't leave a good impression on Tessa when we first met. That's why I wanted to spend time with her today. I just wanted to get closer to her since she'll be my sister-in-law soon," Jacqueline

how to ride would help bridge the gap between us. I didn't expect her to dislike me so much. When I wasn't paying attention, she suddenly kicked the horse's side. It bolted like it had lost its mind! I was terrified." Jacqueline was a true drama queen. She choked with sobs as she accused

at Stephen to see his reaction. Stephen's brows furrowed slightly. However, his voice remained calm as he asked, "Tessa, what exactly happened at the equestrian center