The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

She felt that Everett was finally showing signs of moving on from his past relationship with Dorothy. It wasn't an overnight change, but a gradual shift where thoughts of her didn't consume him as much, making him less resistant to the idea of other women in his life.

"Are you done?" he asked.

"Not quite."

Everett wasn't interested in her ramblings. Seeing an opportunity, he stood up. "I'm going to head to the restroom. Think about what you want to say, and let's try to wrap this up in one go. And don't trick me into another dinner; I won't be falling for that again."

Quincy nodded in agreement, "Sure."

As Everett walked away, Quincy's gaze lingered on the coffee he had ordered upon arriving.

Today was her only shot.

Chances were, if Everett didn't end up poisoned, he would never agree to meet her alone again.

Thank goodness for Jonathan Lopez playing matchmaker!

Quincy clenched her fist, then slowly pulled a small vial of liquid from her purse.

head to the restroom, taking his

at the table,

"Mr. Lopez, you're back."

"Yeah."

at the table, casually picking up

a smile playing on her lips. "You really like their

figured out what you want to say, then out

wasn't one to mince

blunt rejection from Everett before; it was

I think we could give it a shot, getting to know each other. I'm not asking for you to accept me right away, but... why not try?" she

"Not interested."

aren't you

Everett frowned but continued to drink his coffee without setting

coffee, silently relieved that he had

any news about you and Ms. Sanchez lately, and... I heard she moved out of the place you two shared. So, I took a wild guess." Everett's gaze dropped.