The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Chapter 19

A stern warning jolted Dorothy awake.

How could she be so sure that Everett would turn a blind eye to her application just because they had slept together?

She shouldn’t forget that he paid for that. It was a transaction, after all. There was no room for emotions.

“Nothing more. I’m sorry for bothering you, Mr. Lopez.” She quickly hung up the phone, not waiting for his response.

This felt like a slap in her face.

Meanwhile, Mr. Percy got the news and stormed into the room, fuming.

“I told you it wouldn’t work, Dorothy! Who do you think you are? Do you think I can trust you again? I did this time, and now look what happened!”

to defend Dorothy. “Mr. Percy, Dorothy’s mother just had an

cut me some slack?” Mr. Percy slammed his hand on the table. “Alright, Dorothy, don’t say I didn’t warn you. The SinoSuccess Enterprises project was your request. If it’s not launched, you can pack your bags

“I apologize, Mr. Percy. I won’t give up on

air!” With that, Mr. Percy stormed out, slamming the door behind him.

Percy. “Don’t be afraid of him, Dorothy! If

mind. She turned her gaze back to her

office phone rang. Dorothy answered it. It was

asked you to come to

was back from his

the stairs in her high

Everett had no obligation to give her any favors at work, so she had no right to hold any emotions against

Knock, knock.

woman’s voice answered from inside.