The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Chapter 496

She couldn’t deny it–Everett was trapped in this relationship deeper than she was.

So if Everett, the CEO of Lopez Corporation, with all his fearlessness and clout, still couldn’t turn the tide, what could an ordinary. person like her possibly change?

Dorothy returned to the hospital room and, as she pushed the door open, she was stunned to see Everett standing by the window! He was still tall and upright, with a posture that screamed pride and privilege. There he was, lost in thought quietly in front of the floor–to–ceiling window.

Hearing her enter, he tilted his head slightly.

The once sharp edges of Everett’s face were softened by illness and implemented by a languid grace, which all made him appear almost boyish.

“You’re back.”

“Why are you out of bed without permission? Dr. Quincy said you could try walking tomorrow, not today!” Dorothy was frantic with worry, fearing for his health, especially since Everett was known for being stubborn.

“One day won’t make a difference.” Everett was tired of being confined to the bed. His skin was itching for movement.

Dorothy hurried over and locked eyes with him. “Get back into bed, now.”

a little longer.” Everett’s lips curled into a smile at her

“What?”

intentions, Dorothy extended her

wrist and lifted his shirt, pressing her palm against his firm

to lose these if I don’t get

here when we were on

red, and she glared at him. “Let go, I don’t love touching them!”

many times last

because I was sitting on top of you, and I… I needed

its implications until it was too late. Everett’s arms caged her between the wall and his body, leaving

“You…”

I want you

because she could feel the heat pressing against

It’s broad

in at any moment!

“Close the curtains.”

the

to wriggle free, Everett’s grip tightened unintentionally and