Chapter 491

Dorothy could hardly believe the man in front of her was the same person she knew. It was as if he’d been possessed by some mischievous spirit!

If anyone from the Lopez Corporation saw him now, lounging about like some kind of loafer, they’d rub their eyes in disbelief.

Come on, this was Mr. Lopez, the embodiment of self–restraint and icy composure, who had managed to stay scandal–free despite the turbid world of business that he thrived in!

“Is this all you think about when I’m around?”

“With you by my side, it’s impossible to think of anything else.”

Just as Dorothy was about to respond, there was another knock on the door.

She opened the door and found Jonathan standing there. His lips twitched into a faint, emotionless smile upon seeing her. “How’s Everett doing?”

“Dr. Quincy said he’s doing great. He’ll be off the monitors by tomorrow.” Of course, Dorothy didn’t mention the little incident of Everett unstitching his wound.

they all knew what

a hushed tone, “Could you please spare us a few

moved to leave.

from the hospital bed, “There’s

misunderstandings. It was better to let

was a very insecure woman. The more he kept from her, the more unsettled she’d feel.

not fond of

commercial world, not some doting lover distracted by a woman’s presence.

She offered a smile and said, “Everett, I should check

settled in.”

was already agreeing, “I’ll have someone

“Thank you.”

left

door closed, the smile that had graced Everett’s handsome face vanished,

and noble demeanor.

“Why avoid her?”

family!” Jonathan’s response was blunt, leaving no room for Everett to harbor any delusions. of Dorothy being accepted by

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