His Unveiled Passion novel Chapter 32

Chapter 32

One of the officers spoke with authority. “We’ve received your report, and we’ll be proceeding with an investigation.

“However, you will also be charged for intentional injury. This will be a public prosecution case, and whether or not your actions were in self–defense will be determined by the court.”

Tessa nodded. “I understand.”

After posting ball, Tessa left the police station and got into Stephen’s car.

“I’ll make some calls and get them to drop the charges,” Stephen offered.

Tessa shook her head. “There’s no need. I’m confident I can handle this,”

Night had fallen, and the world around them was quiet,

Stephen’s face was hidden in the shadows. His voice was deep and steady as he said, “Tess, every time something happens, you handle it on your own. You could try relving on me.”

Tessa sighed. “After my mother passed away, I went through a long period of depression. Then, my father remarried, and it felt like I was left with no one to tum

The night was still. They sat side by side in the car.

Tessa’s face was obscured by the shadows, hiding the sorrow etched in her eyes. She forced a light tone as she continued, “After that, I leamed to handle everything on my own because I didn’t know who else I could rely on ”

Stephen’s heart skipped a beat as he looked at her with concem. “You still have me.”

But Tessa didn’t respond.

Sienna’s words earlier had planted a seed of doubt in her mind.

Could Jacqueline, Stephen’s adopted sister, have ulterior motives toward him?

From what Tessa knew, Stephen was deeply fond of Jacqueline.