"Langston could tell. Are you saying I taught him that?" Even the kid had caught on to Kenneth's ulterior motive! Dorothy knew she could not outtalk Everett with his businessman's silver tongue, so she simply closed her eyes and pretended to sleep.

Luckily, Kenneth only called once.

Back at the Lopez Private Hospital, Quincy was already in place, just waiting for Everett to return.

She arranged a battery of tests, fearing any missed detail could pose a hidden threat.

Perhaps because Quincy was aware of Everett's germophobia, she had another male doctor assist with any examinations that required physical contact.

by one, all looking good, everyone breathed

worried sick while you were out of the country.” After all, a through-and-through wound was no joke. Forget infection

Quincy." Dorothy

morning. You've both had a long day; you must be exhausted.” Dorothy nodded. "Thank you, Dr. Quincy." All Dorothy could muster was thanks, leaving Quincy at a loss for how to communicate

office, Dorothy suddenly remembered

around, she quickly returned the

rings,

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