The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Everett could sense the unease creeping into the woman beside him, a discomfort he never intended to foster.

Lost in his own surge of jealousy just moments ago, he had failed to consider the awkward position he had placed Dorothy in.

"It's not like I said anything, right?" Kenneth stuffed the brown paper bag back into the cupboard, then looked up at Everett with a level gaze. "I don't need your thanks, because my help was for Dorothy, not you. You have no reason to give me anything. It doesn't mean much to me." If Kenneth had wanted money, he could've easily spent his time earning it, but he chose not to.

Not because he couldn't, but because he wanted to take some of the load off Dorothy's shoulders.

"Kenneth, Everett was just trying to..." Kenneth cut her off with a smile, "Dorothy, I know. Seeing you two doing well actually makes me happy for you. It's been almost five years since I've seen such a smile on your face. But I hope you understand that bumping into Mr. Lopez doesn't exactly thrill me." Who would be thrilled to see a love rival? Dorothy bit her lips.

"Can I have a word with you in private?" Kenneth ignored Everett's presence, focusing solely on Dorothy.

Dorothy glanced unconsciously

Byte 7. Mr. Lopez can relax; it's strictly business, nothing to do with love affairs.” "No worries here." Surprisingly, Everett

She followed Kenneth to what used to be Abigail's bedroom. Once the door was closed behind them, Kenneth got

Learning the issue was not that serious, she huffed, "Not much. I've got it covered on my own." "I saw you selling off stocks and property, Dorothy. I bought them all." Dorothy was taken aback, "What? Kenneth, you shouldn't have!" "That's why you should just tell me how much you need. It's a loan, not a gift! Stop liquidating your assets. The Lopez family might notice you're gathering funds." If they dug deeper and found out before the video surveillance was restored, and managed to bribe Byte 7 first, it would

a long talk, Dorothy finally nodded in

transferred to Kenneth first. If she couldn't pay him back, they'd be his. It was a deal where

your way." "Then let's get going.” She didn’t want Everett

the door, Kenneth suddenly stepped in front

against Everett?" "Of course. I'm this close to having evidence