His Unveiled Passion

The room was brightly lit as if it were daytime. Outside the window, snowflakes began to fall, drifting silently in the quiet atmosphere.

Tessa sat on the bed, holding her phone and making a call. She lowered her gaze

to her toes and said, "I... I had a disagreement with Stephen."

She was reluctant to say they had broken up. In her heart, she and Stephen merely quarreled.

Naomi replied, "Oh, is that all? I thought something serious had happened. It's just a lovers' spat. Don't worry, all couples argue. For New Year's Eve, I'll have my brother invite Stephen over. We'll get together and create an opportunity for you two to be alone. No conflict can't be resolved with a hug and a kiss."

Naomi paused, then added with a mischievous grin, "And if that doesn't work, you know what to do. Go all out, and all your problems will disappear."

Naomi had always been this uninhibited, speaking without filters and rarely being serious. Although Tessa knew this was just her carefree personality, she still blushed at her friend's shameless words.

Seeing Tessa remain silent, Naomi said, "Don't be embarrassed. Men like that sort of thing. You can't reason with them. They prefer a more direct approach."

reluctantly listened to Naomi's relationship advice for about ten minutes. After hanging up, her mind was filled

Tessa shouldn't have mentioned her situation with Stephen to

sleep. She tossed and turned in bed, unable to drift off. Thus, she decided to review all the recent events in her

that Stephen must have suggested breaking up to

Once Stephen dealt with

and Stephen would likely reconcile. Tessa could pretend not to know about this and act unfamiliar

to call Stephen and speak with him. She really missed him and wanted to hear his voice.

and tired lately, and Tessa didn't want to disturb his rest. She'd call tomorrow

Naomi

"Let's not

us are a bit complicated. I'll explain in detail next time we meet. It's not convenient for

...

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