The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Just when Perdita thought she had a sliver of hope to wiggle out of the situation unscathed, Kevin's words smashed that hope to smithereens. She hadn't just crossed Dorothy; it was Everett she had unwittingly provoked.

"I...I didn't mean it. I never thought she'd actually fall!" Perdita stammered, her voice laced with panic.

Kevin gave her a cold look, his lips twisting into a semblance of a smile that didn't reach his eyes. "You better pray she's okay, or you're on your own."

Heather and Quincy might have had their ways, but Perdita? She was like a lamb walking into a lion's den, stirring up trouble without measuring the consequences. Now, she'd kicked the hornet's nest and offended Everett directly.

All that was left was to wait for the news from the hospital to see the extent of the mess she had caused.

...

Returning to the Eldorria City Hall was a bittersweet moment for Dorothy.

Recalling her first visit, oblivious and naive, she had no idea that Everett's heart had already found its way to her.

Fast forward...

time

for Dorothy's hand, which didn't bother her much. She reached out for

as soon as she

slightly, the warmth of his

Everett lowered his gaze to meet hers, finding

It's not our first time

counted the time they filed for divorce,

is the last time," Everett promised, enveloping her hands

never

happened, there wouldn't be another time when they

Dorothy said with

her in every possible way

scene, just like any regular couple, a stark contrast to Everett's usual preference for privacy.