The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

"Really?"

Dorothy's eyes went wide with surprise.

The news was just too much to take in all at once, leaving her a bit... lost for words.

Behind her, Everett gave Jeffrey a friendly pat on the shoulder. "Don't tell me you're having second thoughts?"

Otherwise, why the long faces? They should be celebrating!

He himself longed for the joy they were facing.

"I do want this!" Jeffrey whispered urgently, leaning close to Everett. "It's not a matter of affording it, of course I want it! But the last time Karen was pregnant... it was so tough on her. I can't bear the thought of her going through that again."

Jeffrey grimaced, speaking without thinking, "You haven't been through it with Dorothy, so you can't understand how I feel! It's like wanting and not wanting at the same time!"

Silence followed his words.

Looking up, Jeffrey met Everett's deep, dark eyes.

face in apology. "Everett, this whole situation has gotten to me, I don't even know what I'm saying anymore! Please, you have to believe me!" Everett lowered

"I know."

words were calm, his posture, bent head, and the shadow his lashes cast over his eyes

just

will make things right for you soon enough!

"Right."

around, Dorothy saw a worried Everett and a guilt-ridden

What was this combination?

here, why don't you help us decide? Should we go through with the pregnancy or not?" Karen was genuinely unsure, hoping for some guidance.

for you and your husband to discuss," Dorothy said, taking Everett's hand with a smile. "Let us know when

she had put them in

Karen, Dorothy and

in the car, Dorothy turned to

about him since his conversation

had lost his voice, not

"Everett?"

reached over to fasten her seatbelt,

opportunity to get close, looking him