The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Dorothy blinked, slowly catching on to what Everett was getting at. Yet, she got it, but also didn't. She was right there, why the need for restraint? It wasn't their first time, why was Everett suddenly playing coy?

"Got it now."

"Yeah."

Releasing her wrist with a huff, Everett grumbled, "Now that you know, just sleep tight and behave."

This turn of events wasn't quite what Dorothy had envisioned. They settled back into bed, but this time Dorothy didn't dare to make even a slight move, curling up like a scared little mouse under the covers. Everett was waiting for her to fall asleep, but little did he know, Dorothy was doing the same, waiting for him to drift off! As time ticked by, it was clear they were both wide awake.

Everett felt a headache coming on from holding back, deciding to get up and head to the master bedroom for a shower, to put some distance between them. But as he made to move, Dorothy grabbed him. "Everett, don't go."

"I've got something to take care of."

"Then I'll come with you."

Dorothy was determined to stick by him. Before, pride and the need to save face kept her from being too clingy or sweet, but tonight, she let all that go, realizing there was no point in holding back. Why hide anything from Everett? Speak her mind, tell him anything and everything.

"Dorothy, why are you-"

of a

about to lose his temper when he was met with Dorothy's smiling face, instantly dousing

snuggling onto his lap, "Whatever you want, I'll learn. I just

her words, but all he could think about was not moving an inch. Especially with Dorothy lying on his lap, making

me," Dorothy

started to say he didn't want to, but

out her hand, not quite sure where to touch, just fumbling

want you, to

"Move aside."

with resolve, "Everett, I don't care what you're thinking or why you're keeping your distance. It doesn't matter. I'm yours, and you're mine, and nobody can take

protect their family at all

pursed his lips,

"Move aside."

"Why are you