His Unveiled Passion

Lawrence instructed his subordinates to carry Jacqueline out and throw her onto the ground.

Then, Tessa saw the man take a thick rope and tie Jacqueline's hands together, securing the other end of the rope to the frame beneath the helicopter.

Tessa vaguely guessed Stephen's intentions, her eyes widening in shock. She had never seen such a ruthless side of Stephen before.

A few minutes later, the helicopter started its engine and took off.

Just as Tessa had suspected, Jacqueline was suspended in the air by the helicopter, dangling high above the ground.

On the snowy winter night, the howling northwestern wind was bone-chillingly cold. Even standing on the ground in thick clothing was unbearably cold, let alone being suspended in midair. The higher she went, the stronger the wind became.

Jacqueline, wearing thin clothing and already vulnerable to the cold, would likely lose body heat and die from exposure before long.

Tessa was a bit frightened. It wasn't because she felt sorry for Jacqueline. After all, Jacqueline was as ruthless as a viper, with blood on her hands. Compared to the cruel things she had done to innocent people, this punishment was nothing.

Tessa was simply shocked to see this cold-blooded and merciless side of Stephen, a side so different from the gentle and doting man she knew. The contrast was almost surreal.

Feeling the warmth of his palm, Tessa came back to her senses and turned to look at the man beside her.

will... will

worry, I know

Tessa hesitated, unable

grip on her hand. "What is it? Are you afraid

her lips together, lowering her gaze without

her to face him. He looked into her eyes and spoke seriously, "Tess, this is another side of me. Cold, ruthless,

clear eyes showed a hint of unease, and her brows furrowed slightly. "I... I've never seen this

magnetic and

don't

afraid of me."

found herself trapped in his gaze,

just not used

Don't be afraid. I will never do anything to hurt you." Stephen gently pulled

his clean, woody scent, which, combined with his masculine

letting herself be enveloped in the feeling that belonged to Stephen alone. It

turned his head, intending to tell Stephen it was almost time,

wrapped up in a tender embrace. The heavy snowfall created a romantic backdrop for their display