The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Dorothy peered into his eyes, which burned with an earnest intensity, unmarred by even a hint of evasion.

For a fleeting moment, she yearned to spill the beans about what his mother, Amanda, had done to Bella, just to see what he would do.

Would he still stand by her?

But the words died on her lips.

It wasn’t fear that Everett wouldn’t choose her. It was dread that he’d be torn apart by the decision, plummeting into an abyss.

On one side was the mother who raised him, and on the other, the love he’d pursued for years. Either choice could shatter him.

Rather than witness such torment, she chose to release her grip.

She couldn’t bear to see Everett struggle, so she decided to make the choice for him.

After all, it was his duty to stand by his mother as an only child. No one could fault him for that.

If he sided with her, she feared the wagging tongues and the judgmental whispers would drag him into despair.

…

Karen slowly opened the bedroom

Serena in the living room as expected, each looking

Derek was the first to

bravado to the

your dad? Seems like you’ve forgotten

was known for his good temper, rarely showing anger. But

incensed by his daughter’s lack

a man at home in broad daylight, it was a

“Dad… Jeffrey and I…”

with you, you wouldn’t be tangled up with her like this. Given today’s events, I’m deeply disappointed with how I’ve raised her, and I’m afraid it’s not a good time for you to stay. Please leave. I won’t see you out.”Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay

situation with utmost respect in the presence of his potential father-in-law, “Today was actually the day my parents were supposed to come over to formally

proposal,” Derek stood firm, “A relationship that sprouts under these circumstances is too