His Unveiled Passion

Chapter 57

The round glass table lacked a vintage ceramic vase or fresh flowers. The refrigerator wasn't stocked with delicious food. The walls bore no decorations, and the curtains weren't in Tessa's preferred color.

Zachary closed his eyes, but the image of Tessa entwined with Stephen surfaced in his mind again. At this very moment, could they be engaged in something intimate?

The pain in his heart was sharp and unmistakable.

Before coming here, he had considered many possibilities, but not once had he imagined that Tessa might already be with someone else.

They said heartbreak happened twice in a relationship. The first time was at the moment of the breakup. The second time was when you saw her with someone new. It turned out to be true.

...

The next day, the autumn air was crisp, and the sky was bright and clear.

Having made plans to go out with Stephen, Tessa slept in until she woke naturally. After a simple breakfast, she began to dress and apply makeup.

She chose a black long-sleeved, velvet vintage dress, her wavy curls cascading over her shoulders. Her bright red lipstick perfectly complemented the black dress.

With her striking beauty, sharp features, high nose bridge, thick brows, and almond-shaped eyes, the makeup added an air of bold elegance, making her look stunning and captivating.

black Cullinan was parked downstairs. When Tessa came down, she saw him leaning against

he ended the call with a few words. He looked up and

suit you very

the passenger door to get

asked

soon enough," he

bring a chauffeur today and was

heading toward the countryside. The

Under the clear blue sky stretched endless golden wheat fields, dotted

bare fruit trees in the yards, their branches stripped of leaves and stark against the

window, letting the cool breeze carry a faint jasmine

peaceful," she said, closing her eyes and taking a

focused on driving and said,

20 minutes before stopping in front of a

Stephen said, turning off the engine

at the house in surprise.

slightly, his voice carrying a hint of amusement. "Get out and see

the owner of

a puzzled expression. But upon seeing

Smiling, he walked

what brings you here?" he said