"Don't be ridiculous!" "I'm dead serious." There wasn't a hint of jest in Everett's eyes.

He had truly considered this way, and thought that's why he pursued so relentlessly in his life, never straying and never letting go.

Dorothy fell silent, perhaps because she found herself at a loss for words.

To others, his words might seem like pie in the sky, but Dorothy knew he wasn't joking.

This man could truly do anything.

"So, can you answer my question now?" "What question?" "That you love me." Everett's gaze was fixed on her delicate face. His left hand was cupping her chin, not allowing her to look away.

After a few seconds of eye contact, she finally caved.

heard those words, his eyes suddenly began to

heard it." He felt like he could die right then

you trust." Dorothy's past life was self-contained and guarded. Asking her to open up completely and depend on someone for everything was

Everett wasn't her

her knack for harsh words was inherited from Bella. She never knew how to

have to be me?" It was such a struggle and such torment. Any other woman would have made Everett's life so much easier! He wouldn't even have to lift a

was serious about

at him, "I thought as much." He laughed and pulled her into his embrace, "I'm really happy today." Dorothy raised an eyebrow, "You sure I'm not deceiving you?" "Then deceiveevery day, will you?" "No, I'm tired. I want to sleep." As Dorothy made to leave, Everett immediately leaned in close, "The couch is a bit hard."

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