His Unveiled Passion

Stephen roughly explained the assailant's situation to the Yates family before leaving a card behind. "Mr. Yates, this is a small token of compensation. Please accept it."

Samuel was displeased by Stephen's actions. After all, money wasn't an issue for him. His hard gaze fell on the card as he huffed, "Don't bother. I'd be far more appreciative if you apprehend James as soon as possible."

Stephen endured his future father-in-law's belligerence for Tessa's sake. In fact, his attitude was impeccable. He nodded slightly. "Of course."

Before Stephen took his leave, Tessa started packing away her things and said calmly, "Stephen, I'm coming with you."

Samuel shot her an icy glare as his expression darkened.

Tessa sighed. "Dad, they only hurt you to force me out of hiding. You, Ms. Connors, and Seline will only be safe if I make myself a target."

Marianne was taken aback. "Tess, we have bodyguards now. We'll be fine, but you have to be careful!"

Samuel snorted coldly. "There's no need to continue with your marriage if marrying into the Jacobson family brings such danger to our family."

Tessa froze as her heart sank. Upon hearing those words, she felt as though she had been plunged into an abyss.

She was well aware that Samuel was being serious and wasn't joking around at all.

make matters worse, she had no grounds to oppose

and Samuel had gotten into harm's way, not

to selfishly prioritize her romance while her

"Dad, I'll talk to Stephen about this." Samuel

...

his car in the hospital's underground

took off his coat, revealing a black shirt and tie underneath. He was dressed like an elite businessman, which meant he had

and finally broke the silence, saying, "Stephen, let's talk." Stephen lowered his

her heart clench. She couldn't bring herself to say the words she knew she had

been targeted and hurt because of her. She could no longer continue to selfishly hold on to

few days

Who else was

Marianne? Or would it be her

silence fell

heater made the car feel

tie and rolled down the

instantly blasting them with crisp, refreshing

began, "You heard