She replied in such a way that Jeffrey was totally thrown off his game.

"You know about it?"

"Yeah, he told me. Dr. Quincy has been by his side... looking after him. Everett's dad and the Caldwell family go way back, and his mom was quite fond of Quincy too."

It seemed like, maybe Quincy was indeed better suited to be with Everett at this time.

Jeffrey furrowed his brow, driving in silence for a while before he couldn't help but ask again.

"Don't you ever suspect something between Everett and Dr. Quincy...?"

Dorothy shook her head, "No, I don't."

"Why not?"

"Because I know Everett's heart is with me," Dorothy lowered her lashes, her voice soft, "Everett and his mom had their differences, which were profound. I understand why he's hesitant to see me now, at a time when he's lost someone so close."

But it's okay. He'll come to accept his mother's passing, just like I had to.

Once everything settles, Dorothy believed he would still be the Everett who loved her.

"You can understand all that!" Jeffrey was genuinely impressed.

He knew he couldn't.

else can I do?" Dorothy looked up at him, "Cause a scene in front

like I don't love Everett enough, that our relationship is imbalanced, but... I've

was the most love she

for a moment,

move on, to accelerate the end of their relationship so Quincy would quickly see the rift between Dorothy and Everett. But now, he found

But.

had it tough

knew how painful this decision

own burdens, finally arrived at Bay

out of the car, and Jeffrey suddenly called out to

"Dorothy."

"Yeah?"

were Karen's best friend. I believe you deserve happiness, to end up with the one you love." Dorothy

"Thank you."

back inside but stood

was refreshing, giving her the space to breathe

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