The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Karen's face froze, then she awkwardly shifted her gaze away.

"I'm just... afraid of the pain." Upon hearing this, Jeffrey immediately promised with utmost seriousness, "Don't worry, I'll get you the best medical team there is! We'll minimize your pain and any surgical risks!" Karen frowned.

It suddenly made sense to her why Everett was the CEO and Jeffrey was still working under him.

With his kind of straightforward thinking, a guy who couldn't see around corners, any company he'd run would probably go belly- up.

"Can you just go and get my phone?" "Oh, okay." Being a woman, Karen couldn't very well be the first to say, "I don't want an abortion anymore; I want to have your baby," could she? Initially, she truly didn't want it, but she was under the assumption that she would cut ties with Jeffrey completely and start afresh on her own. Now that they were legally married, well... having kids was just a matter of time.

Karen found that touching. But she wasn't ready to let Jeffrey know she

Dorothy, she was on her way to the Bureau of Industry

trust anyone else to handle it, so she had to make

know that I... I can't make it either.” "Ah, I know! Don't worry, I'll be there.” Karen chuckled. "I wouldn't want to put you in an awkward spot. Even if Kenneth doesn't invite me, I've got to show up! It's just that..." "Just what?" "Dorothy, I've started getting morning sickness. If I see Kenneth, I won't be able to hide it." Derek and Serena didn't even know yet! Karen continued, "When the time comes, you've got to put in a good word for me! I'm afraid Kenneth might give me an earful.” After thinking it over, Dorothy spoke calmly, "Karen, avoiding the issue won't help. Why don't you bring Jeffrey with you and explain things

you're right, but I still want to hide just a little longer." "Stop hiding. It's better to settle down sooner; it's good for your pregnancy. Otherwise, you'll be distracted by all these worries." "Yeah, you're right. See you tonight, then! I'l discuss it with Jeffrey and figure out what to say."

to bail. Celebrating Kenneth's birthday

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the car, ready to go in, but then she noticed an unread message notification on her phone