Naturally, Quincy wasn't surprised by the response.

"I wish I could stay out of all this too if I can." All she wanted was to be a doctor, to heal and to be free.

So Quincy tried to persuade Dorothy to drop the case, to give in to Jonathan's demands and make things work with Everett.

But unfortunately, everyone had their reasons. She had reasons she couldn't forgive, and Quincy had reasons she couldn't refuse.

The prescription worked wonders.

Dorothy slept through the night without a single dream.

to the familiar ceiling of the Bay Residence's master bedroom, momentarily unsure if she was still trapped in a

Everett's voice

sound, taking a few seconds before her face

you sleep well?" Everett asked, pulling her up from the

you were prescribed. It's good for treating your condition, but it's not meant for long-term use. I'm worried about dependency. So tonight, we'll try a different method to help you sleep." A different method? Dorothy blinked, her gaze meeting

wasn't thinking anything." Everett didn't tease her further. He stepped back and said, "Go freshen up, then cout for breakfast. I have a meeting at the office

Everett with his tie and watched him

bedroom, Dorothy noticed that Everett had child-proofed the entire house, even padding the

padded corners repeatedly, lost in thought until

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