The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

The moment the words left his lips, Everett was struck by a realization.

This was far from a simple choice.

When Dorothy posed the question, she was fully convinced he wouldn't opt for the first option. "Fine, then don't leave tonight. After you go to work tomorrow, I'll move back to Bay Residence."

Seeing Everett's silence, she smiled, raising an eyebrow playfully, "Got plans tonight?"

"No."

Dorothy's demeanor shifted in an instant, from her previously assertive stance to a gentler, softer tone, "Why don't you go check on the kids? They might have been spooked when I pulled you aside for a chat. Go comfort them! I'll clean up the kitchen and join you shortly."

The swift change left Everett frozen in place, utterly confused by her intentions.

Was all this just for a hypothetical question?

"Dorothy, you "

She cut in, eyebrow raised, "Changing your mind?"

"...No."

"Everett, don't overthink it. I'm doing this for the kids, hoping you, as their father, would consider them too! I've already compromised. Whether it's about you and Quincy, don't push me towards a breakup." Dorothy spoke with calmness, as if narrating someone else's story.

wanted to ask... isn't there any

course." She pursed

intently, hanging on every

"I love you, Everett."

offered a faint

"Is that reason enough?"

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anyone but you. So call me selfish, shameless, using the kids as leverage if you must, but I want

if it means being a secret girlfriend.

...

Abigail and Langston into bed, Everett

Dorothy in her pajamas, lounging on the

over some pajamas for you? We don't have any of your clothes here." Everett's eyes briefly scanned

we... sharing a bed

You plan on bunking with the kids?"

so why sleep

matter-of-factly. "Bet