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

not linger on this. I'll take

wouldn't cling on, nor did she want to leave anything behind for him to ponder. "Then wait for Abigail and Langston to come back,

resort. He couldn't really confront Dorothy head-on! He

"What do you mean?"

Langston have been with you all these years, barely spending any days with both parents present. Now

Quincy and bring them a stepmother is considering their

"-"

to continue this topic. She cut him off coldly, When Abigail and Langston

I... I'll have to respect