The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

When Karen vented her frustration, not even Everett and Dorothy could find the words to defend Jeffrey. They exchanged glances, and Dorothy, with a light chuckle, steered Karen aside. "You've been looking forward to this trip to Everglow City for ages, right? Why let a little hiccup ruin your mood? That's all in the past now."

That was about the best consolation Dorothy could muster.

Karen waved dismissively, "I'm not upset he has an ex. I'm upset because his ex called me fat! How am I fat? I'm pregnant for heaven's sake. What's wrong with eating a bit more? Besides, it's not like I'm raiding their pantry!" Well, that settled it.

Dorothy had to admit she was at a loss. Karen wasn't jealous; she was offended about a comment on her figure!

Meanwhile, Jeffrey, looking utterly distressed, approached Everett and suddenly rested his head on his shoulder. "Man, you're the wise one. Only ever had one girlfriend who turned into a wife. None of this drama for you! I'm at the point where I wish I could just go 'John Wick' on my exes!"

Everett stepped back, then patted his shoulder sympathetically.

"You asked for it."

the pat? I'm not dirty, man. I took a shower, for

a break while he took Abigail and Langston to the hotel's

a business call. Karen was here purely for vacation, but Dorothy still had work obligations. After the call, Everett had already prepared a tray of washed and cut fruits for her, accompanied by some chilled lemonade, always

leaned against the headboard, nibbling

to get things settled quickly

"I'll come with you."

a cherry into his mouth before he could protest. "It's a small project, and the dient is

want their relationship

come, it won't be as the CEO of Lopez Corporation. Consider me

is this bodyguard charging

Everett smirked, "You decide."