Bella was everything to Dorothy. She was the last of her kin, her rock, the one person she had grown up with and relied on through thick and thin.

In the realm of family, Dorothy had no other choice. She had just this one blood tie.

Even if Bella wasn't the best at expressing herself, with more scolding than soothing, Dorothy knew every harsh word was rooted in love.

As for Maxton Sanchez, as far as Dorothy was concerned, he might as well have been six feet under.

But Everett was different. He was blessed with a father's love, a mother's favor, the support of friends who were like brothers, and the admiration of countless others...

Each of these bonds weighed heavily on him.

Dorothy couldn't bear to think of the pain Everett must feel, forcing his eyes shut and pushing aside the weight of these ties to help her out.

for the taking! Even if you don't want it, I won't let her off the hook. As for Everett's mother... you just need to let go of the pursuit, and I'll handle

manipulative Heather can be! She's constantly using favors to trap people, pretending to look out for Everett while convincing his mother to take you out. Meanwhile, she's scheming to drag the whole Lopez family into her mess, thinking they'll be her shield if the truth comes out!" If only Jonathan had the power to turn back time! He would have dealt with Heather first thing to stop

a promise to the dead doesn't count?" Jonathan frowned. "Think it over and get back to me; you don't have to decide right now. You know whether you're happy with Everett, whether it's been a good time. Think about him; think about your children. All it takes

was why Jonathan didn't interfere with Dorothy and Everett getting tangled up again

lifetime of happiness; Jonathan believed

this was his last

as she watched Jonathan's car drive away until it

there for a long time before slowly

she saw Everett about to rush out in search

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