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.

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

lit up briefly before he ended the call with a few words.

makeup suit you

smiled and opened the

asked as she

see soon

didn't bring a chauffeur today and

moved through the bustling city, heading toward the countryside. The tall

flat terrain gave way to beautiful rural scenery. Under the clear blue sky stretched endless golden wheat

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

the cool breeze carry a faint jasmine fragrance. The refreshing scent and

she said, closing her eyes and taking a deep breath to savor the

on driving and said,

roads for another 20 minutes before stopping in

Stephen said, turning off the engine and looking

the house in

curved slightly, his voice carrying a hint of amusement. "Get

the car, the owner of the house came

a puzzled expression. But upon seeing

of pleasant surprise. Smiling, he walked up to

you here?" he said warmly, casually offering