Michelle smiled and said, "Tess, you must be tired from work. Come, eat up."

Tessa picked up her cutlery but didn't have much of an appetite.

Her mind was still reeling from the terrifying experience she had on the road today.

This was her first brush against death. She had almost lost her life today.

She was still lost in thought when Stephen returned.

"Tess, are you okay?" Stephen asked, his expression tight with worry and anxiety. He quickly approached her and placed his hands on her shoulders before bending down to examine her carefully.

Tessa snapped out of it. "Stephen, you found out?"

Stephen hummed in acknowledgment and pulled her into a tight embrace.

He had nearly lost her.

"Stephen, I have a feeling that James was behind it. I can't think of anyone else other than him."

However, Jacqueline had also been arrested by

likely suspect was none other

his dark eyes glinted dangerously. "I've looked into it and James has indeed returned

upon hearing

please try to stay home and work remotely for now,"

really that

but his hands never left her shoulders. He looked into her eyes

that

today nearly made my heartdurch out of my

be ruthless, but I can be worse. However, he's practically a machine. He has no weaknesses. I'd

dining room was brightly lit, and the food on the table emitted an

aroma.

news, and the news anchor's

with tears. She murmured, "Stephen, am I a burden to

Stephen's eyes reddened further,

"What are you saying, Tess? I'm the one who has burdened you. Jacqueline wouldn't have

"You haven't burdened

think that, and this is a fact." Stephen sighed wearily. "Please stay home for the time being, okay? I'll come

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