The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

"Where were you then?"

"Yeah."

Though she really wished she hadn't been there!

If she hadn't seen Quincy being picked up, she might have been able to fool herself into thinking that Everett's feelings could change, maybe he'd snap out of it in a few days.

But with someone new in the picture...

"Everett, are you seriously going to be with Quincy?"

"I've got things to do, I'm busy."

"Don't dodge my question! I just want to know, are you going to be with Quincy?" Dorothy wiped away a tear, trying hard to keep her emotions in check, "If you just need some space because of everything that's going on with your mom and you're unsure about us, I can wait! However long it takes! But if you've fallen for Quincy and you plan to be with her..."

"Dorothy, I told you, I'm busy. I don't have time for this."

The light in Dorothy's eyes dimmed.

She forced a smile, "Alright, go on with your busy schedule then."

"I"

"Goodbye."

Dorothy hung up first.

wanted to fight for their relationship, to be with Everett, but if his decision

she couldn't be a burden

was for

stared at the disconnected call,

he dialed the intercom,

did you need

"Did Quincy leave?"

She even tried to fish for info about whether you've been in touch with Ms. Sanchez privately, claiming it's only natural for Mr. Lopez to keep in communication with Ms. Sanchez since there are ongoing projects at the

Everett nodded.

the vibe he

too suspicious! Anyone would think it was

one shot, and it

thing, was Dorothy there when

it to be such a coincidence! If I had known, I

Everett rubbed his temples.

Dorothy show up could further convince Quincy that there was trouble between him and

character all too well;

already