The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Before everything was resolved, he wouldn't leave.

Dorothy remained silent, just watching him. As she watched, a sudden smile appeared on her face.

"Everett, do you know? You were always so gentle that I mistook you for someone kind and considerate... I even forgot who you really are," she said, tugging at her lips.

"How could I forget? You're a businessman, with power, prestige, and influence. After you stopped loving me, what right did I have to negotiate with you?"

She didn't even need to doubt Everett's words. He had said it himself. As long as he disagreed, the kids wouldn't be leaving Eldorria City, let alone the country. Yes! Everett certainly had that power. The problem was with herself. She had forgotten how powerful Everett's influence was, thinking he would respect her decisions as he used to, even if she was being unreasonable, even if she had abandoned him over and over again.

"You..." Everett's lips moved, but harsh words were all he could muster, "It's good you understand."

"What are you planning then? To imprison me if I insist on taking the kids with me?"

Dorothy laughed, "Although I don't know your purpose, let me tell you, you won't manipulate me! I'll take the kids. If you disagree, then I'll just have to do it by force."

"You wouldn't dare!"

"Watch me."

disappointment but determination. That was what Everett feared the most. "Dorothy, I've loved you. I don't want things to be this

up, let's not linger on this. I'll take the kids, and you

leave anything behind for him to ponder. "Then wait for Abigail and

He couldn't really confront Dorothy

"What do you mean?"

all these years, barely spending any days with both parents

to watch you marry Quincy and bring them

"-"

Abigail and Langston come back, I'll talk to them.

I... I'll have