Chapter 293

The answer to Lester's confession seemed like a foregone conclusion. Stephen held his breath without realizing it, and his fingertips slowly clenched as a dull ache spread through his chest. However, Tessa's response took everyone by surprise. "Sorry, but I can't say yes." The smile at the corner of Lester's lips faded. The night wind tousled his dark hair, and the dim lights couldn't chase away the disappointment on his face. "May I know the reason?" His voice trembled slightly as if his emotions had slipped beyond his control. Tessa pressed her lips together in a calm and distant expression as she answered in a tone devoid of any ripple, "Because I'm not interested in dating right now. I don't have time for a relationship, so I'm sorry—I can't accept your confession." The crowd burst into a new wave of chatter. Stephen raised an eyebrow, and a faint smile tugged at the corners of his mouth He was quite satisfied with that answer. After speaking, Tessa turned and left witho