The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Austin squinted his eyes and let out a chuckle. "Don't worry. I've been around the block in this business world, and I know the ropes. It'll just be our little secret, okay?" Dorothy could not be bothered to explain further.

Following Austin into the boardroom, she found her seat and settled down, coughing a few times to clear her throat.

The meeting was an internal team huddle, so the atmosphere was far from formal.

Everyone spoke their minds freely, sharing their thoughts and ideas about the project.

Dorothy had been feeling in sync with her colleagues, which eased her nerves considerably. Having been mentored by the renowned Everett, her analysis and insights were particularly sharp, earning her numerous nods of approval from the manager.

This, however, didn't sit well with some of the female staff on her team.

had put forth many suggestions, all of which were dismissed, whereas Dorothy's

her way, and how could that not stir up a bit of jealousy? As the meeting adjourned and Dorothy returned to her office, there came

Ophelia, the project assistant. I have a question I'd like to ask you." Her words were polite, but her smile was anything but

seat. I'll send you the documents right away." Ophelia took a seat and slapped the folder she

with? Was there something from the meeting you didn't understand?" "It's nothing major. It's just that your analysis was so unique. It's different from my team's usual style. It's understandable if I didn't follow, right?"

and comprehension skills.” Ophelia clenched her fists in fury. "Aren't you part of the fourth project team as well?" "From what I gathered, you don't seem to fully embrace the idea of me being the team's director,” Dorothy said with

I say? I just mentioned I didn't grasp your analysis and hoped you could go over it again. Why do you have to be

principals and teachers are nothing but kind. But this, this

then it was time for some self-reflection on