MY SUGAR MUMMY IS A BEAUTIFUL VAMPIRE

Chapter 228: Was project sunscreen perfected?

Reggie's voice, barely audible, cut through the tension. "Retreat. We'll return later."

With practiced precision, the three figures faded into the shadows, their departure as swift and silent as their arrival.

As Tessa cautiously pushed the door open, her eyes swept across the room, searching for any sign of intruders. Yet, the space remained eerily empty, devoid of any presence but her own.

Relieved but still on edge, she approached the entrance door, verifying that it remained securely locked, its stout barrier providing a semblance of safety.

Turning her attention back to the interior of the room, Tessa's gaze fell upon a half-opened drawer, an incongruous detail that stirred a flicker of suspicion within her.

"Hmm? Could have sworn I left it closed," she murmured, her intuition prickling with unease as she cautiously scanned her surroundings.

With a wary glance over her shoulder, Tessa reached to close the drawer, her movements deliberate and methodical. Yet, as she turned away, a lingering sense of apprehension lingered, casting a shadow over the tranquility of her sanctuary.

Decision made, Tessa resolved to finish her interrupted task, the soothing embrace of the bath beckoning her amidst the lingering echoes of uncertainty.

Upon her return towards the bathroom door, she was a little hesitant about closing it fully because it stressed her out opening it before.With the main entrance door locked, she felt it would be no harm leaving the bathroom door opened as she walked in to finish bathing.

With the bathroom door left slightly ajar, a tentative compromise between security and convenience, she immersed herself in the calming waters, the weight of her suspicions momentarily forgotten in the gentle embrace of relaxation.

After completing her bath, Tessa wrapped herself in a plush towel and stepped out of the bathroom, her mind still lingering on the stubborn door. With determined steps, she made her way to her wardrobe, running her fingers over the array of clothing options before selecting a loose, flowing sundress in shades of ocean blue.

As she slipped into the dress, Tessa couldn't help but admire its soft fabric against her skin. She paired it with a wide-brimmed straw hat to shield her from the sun's rays and slipped on a pair of comfortable sandals, ready for a leisurely stroll along the beach.

Next, Tessa approached her vanity, where an array of makeup products awaited her attention. Opting for a natural look, she applied a light layer of tinted moisturizer to her skin, followed by a swipe of mascara to accentuate her lashes. A dab of lip balm completed her effortless beauty routine.

With her outfit and appearance perfected, Tessa grabbed her beach bag and made her way out of her room, her mind focused on two objectives: seeing what little clues she could up by the beach and ensuring that the management addressed the issue with the troublesome door.

Tessa settled into a chair, her senses on high alert as she cast a cautious glance around the room. Satisfied that she was alone, she reached for the drawer beside her, her fingers grazing the familiar contours of a disk tucked within.

With practiced ease, she withdrew the disk and inserted it into her laptop, the soft whirring of the drive filling the room as the screen flickered to life. Tessa's gaze remained fixed on the display, her brow furrowed in concentration as she delved into the contents of the disk.

Lines of code scrolled across the screen, accompanied by snippets of encrypted data. Tessa's fingers danced across the keyboard, navigating through the web of information with precision and skill. Each byte of data held a piece of the puzzle she was determined to solve, and she was intent on uncovering the truth hidden within.

As Tessa delved into the report detailing "Project Sunscreen's Testing Phase," a flood of memories washed over her, carrying her back to a time when her father's passion for scientific discovery had filled their home with a sense of purpose and excitement.

Project Sunscreen had been his final endeavor, a culmination of years of tireless research and experimentation aimed at developing a groundbreaking new form of solar protection. Tessa had watched her father pour himself into the project, driven by a fervent determination to leave behind a legacy of innovation and progress.

As she read through the report, Tessa's heart swelled with pride at the mention of the successful testing phase conducted on this very island. It seemed surreal to think that she was now standing on the same ground where her father's last works had come to fruition.

Yet, beneath the surface of her nostalgia lay a nagging sense of unease. The report hinted at the presence of a hidden laboratory on the island, a secret facility where her father had conducted his experiments away from prying eyes.

Despite the success of the initial testing phase, the report indicated that there were still adjustments to be made, tweaks and refinements that would push Project Sunscreen to its full potential. Tessa's mind buzzed with questions, her curiosity piqued by the tantalizing prospect of uncovering the truth behind her father's final project.

As Tessa pondered the implications of the report's mention of "adjustments," her mind raced with a flurry of questions and concerns. Project Sunscreen had always been shrouded in mystery, its true purpose known only to a select few. But now, faced with the prospect of her father's work being incomplete or flawed, Tessa couldn't help but feel a sense of urgency and apprehension.

She remembered the how her father had been approached by Rose Shelly, a wealthy and enigmatic figure. Rose had promised her father resources and funding beyond his wildest dreams, all in exchange for his expertise in developing a solution to the vampires' vulnerability to sunlight.

Tessa had watched as her father threw himself into the project with a fervor bordering on obsession, driven by a desire to make a lasting impact on the world. But now, with the revelation of "adjustments" needed, Tessa couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to Project Sunscreen than met the eye.

Had her father overlooked crucial data in his haste to please Rose Shelly? Or worse, had he stumbled upon some hidden truth that put his life in danger? The thought sent a chill down Tessa's spine, stirring up memories of her father's untimely demise and the unanswered questions that had haunted her ever since.

With a sense of determination burning in her chest, Tessa resolved to uncover the truth behind Project Sunscreen, no matter the cost. She owed it to her father's memory to see his work through to its completion, even if it meant delving into the darkest corners of the island's secrets.

As she closed the report and set her laptop aside, Tessa felt a newfound sense of purpose coursing through her veins. The journey ahead would be fraught with danger and uncertainty, but she refused to back down. For her father, for herself, and for the truth that lay waiting to be uncovered, Tessa was ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.