Chapter 474

That night, Stephen dropped by Tessa's villa to have dinner with her. Wynn had gotten used to this arrangement and did her best to minimize her presence as much as possible. She disappeared immediately after dinner was over. After taking a shower, Tessa and Stephen lay on the bed. It was a rare occasion—Stephen wasn't interested in making love to her that night. "You're holding back well tonight," Tessa teased. Stephen grinned in response. "I have an important meeting tomorrow morning. It would be unwise to overexert myself tonight." She chuckled lightly. "We could turn in for the night early if we finish early." "Finish early? You're underestimating your future husband." Stephen pulled Tessa against his chest. "Once we start, I won't let you off the hook until the wee hours of the morning." "Sleep, then." Tessa burrowed into the blankets. "Good night." Stephen propped his head on his palm and watched her for a few moments before saying, "I'm not sleepy yet. I won't be able to f