Dorothy still curled up in that familiar fetal position, a habit that years hadn't managed to change.

Everett slipped under the blanket, drawing her into his embrace.

"You've got me now. I'll make you feel safe. No need to curl up like this anymore. No need to be scared."

Of course, Dorothy, deep in her dreams, didn't hear his whisper. But feeling his presence, she instinctively snuggled closer, settling comfortably in his arms. For Everett, this moment meant everything.

Even now, being with Dorothy, he wished time would just freeze here, not moving forward.

Fame, fortune, wealth - he could give it all up.

As long as she was by his side.

Back at her place, Quincy started to evaluate her assets.

parents' fortune was earmarked for Simeon.

was only thanks to her medical skills that she landed a job as the chief physician at the Lopez Corporation's private clinic, allowing her to save a bit of money. Before she

any mishap with his daughter could drag the entire Caldwell family

dared to tell Simeon, fearing he'd blabber about

I've got it under control," Quincy responded, clearly

me in on your plans? This matter involves the Caldwell family too, and I'm worried it

that's the case, go tell

"Would they believe that?"

believe it, we're in the same boat

disdain for

front of Ronin, Quincy didn't bother to mask her

forget you

you feared for the Caldwell family's ruin. Do you actually think i'd be grateful, assuming you did it out of love for your daughter?" Quincy said jotting down

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