Everett's foresight was always impeccably thorough.

With him by her side, Dorothy didn't need to fret over anything; he had everything under control.

"Wouldn't this harm The Lopez Corporation's interests?"

"I've made enough money."

That was it a statement so compelling that Dorothy found herself at a loss for words. And indeed, it made perfect sense, leaving no room for rebuttal.

He truly, was not short on money.

Dorothy noticed Everett's gaze resting on her belly, steady and contemplative.

Softly, she asked, "Do you hope for a boy or a girl?"

Dorothy had somewhat expected Everett to instantly say a girl, given his adoration for their daughter, Abigail. He seemed to wish for nothing more than to keep her forever close, showering her with affection, unlike their son, Langston, who didn't receive quite the same level of coddling.

He supported Langston, sure, but it was mostly in his interests and hobbies.

thought, Everett surprised her by saying he

"Why?"

think being a woman is incredibly tough, especially with the risks and physical toll of childbirth. Men don't have

as a father, he simply wanted his child to be safe and sound,

had not expected such

you overthinking this? You're almost

private moments, could be such a worrywart! He had considered every

cautious helps me stay alert," he said, caressing Dorothy's

"As long as I don't lose

Dorothy understood him.

was natural to harbor such fears. He was human, after all,

...

her assistant Perdita, Dorothy's workload

dared not tell Everett, for she knew he would immediately send someone from

was leaving the conference room, Nyssa caught up

"Ms. Sanchez!"

her a smile,

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