"Indeed." When Karen first found out that Everett had a thing for Dorothy, she was gobsmacked! Every girl dreams about some high-powered CEO sweeping her off her feet, but the reality of bridging that gap isn't just about mutual attraction. It's about crossing a minefield of social lines.

"Ah, if only I had introduced you two sooner!" lamented Karen, then caught herself, "And, Kenneth, if only you had broken up with your ex a bit earlier! The moment I heard you were single, I played matchmaker with Dorothy. You can't pin this one on me!" Kenneth chuckled and ruffled her messy hair.

"It's just not meant to be, no one's to blame." Dorothy had slept through most of the flight. She only woke up when the plane began its descent.

The first thing she saw when she opened her eyes was Everett's gaze locked on hers.

He was half-reclined in his seat, propping himself up with one arm. The recent events had slimmed him down, making his features even more sharply defined and his presence somewhat more brooding.

thought she was back in

at me this whole time?" Dorothy noticed the deep

pose for a while! "Not for long." Just a few

land? Karen's probably waiting for us at the airport.” "You got Karen to come?" "Yeah." Everett frowned slightly, "There's something I need to tell you before we land." Dorothy saw the seriousness on his face and quickly asked, "What?" "Jeffrey is here too, to pick us up.” After dropping

coming for Everett. They'd have room

the airport, he spotted Karen leading a child by each hand towards

the curb and strode after

straightforward — as long as there was candy, she was happy! She had a sweet tooth. If it wasn't for the fear of ruining her

and he's just recuperating in Swevia Country. Once he's better, you'll come back." Langston looked up at her, a hint of

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