Everett, the CEO of Lopez Corporation, was swamped with work, yet he never failed to carve out tfor his kids, putting Abigail and Langston first. Compared to Maxton, or literally most men for that matter, Everett was doing an outstanding job as a father.

To outsiders, it seemed like taking care of kids was nothing too challenging. But only those who'd been through it could understand the vast difference between life with and without children.

For instance, when a child caught a cold or fever, it demanded all-night vigils which would consall of an adult's energy. Yet, Everett never delegated the care of his children. He did everything he could himself. Seeing how close Abigail and Langston were to him spoke volumes about his dedication.

"So, you're... agreeing?" Everett wanted to make sure he hadn't misunderstood.

Dorothy nodded, "Yes, I'm willing to. But we should ask Abigail and Langston what they think. They're old enough to have a say." "They're fine with it!" Everett said immediately, "I've asked." Dorothy couldn't help but smile at his eagerness. It seemed he had laid the groundwork well, just waiting for her to dive in.

wouldn't insist! Really, I should be content having Abigail

done so much for us three already, truly." "It's not enough, not nearly." He wanted to give

touched his hair, "Please givea chance to contribute too. Don't do everything yourself." "You don't

stubborn? You have so many easier paths to choose from, yet you insist on staying on this one with me, even if it means hitting a wall." Everett gave a wry smile, "I've never seen those as real choices. Without you, they don't count." She laughed, "That's what they call being stubborn." "Let's call it devotion." Everett

devotion it is." Karen didn't sleep long after Dorothy and

called out instinctively, then saw Jeffrey sitting by

about you all day but didn't want to disturb your sleep by calling."

company's business should be more important." Anything Everett asks

didn't explain. The matter involved Dorothy, and he feared upsetting Karen, which might destabilize her

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