Dorothy nodded with a sigh, “Looks like Jeffrey’s gonna have a tough time winning over Kenneth.”

“That’s their business,” Everett replied, his chiseled face showing a hint of displeasure. “Why did Kenneth call you anyway? Shouldn’t he be talking to Karen directly?”

“Probably he thinks Karen won’t spill the beans, and it’s her parents who asked him to check in with me. They wanted an inside scoop on the situation.” Dorothy snuggled into his arms, her voice soft. “You think there’s something going on between Kenneth and me?”

“Well,” Everett scoffed, “You might not be interested, but he sure is.”

The last time when he was at Kenneth’s place, Everett could feel his hostility from start to finish.

It wasn’t just a little bit.

Kenneth had told Dorothy he was over her, that they were just friends, but still he’d be antagonistic towards Everett.

What did that imply?

“Everett.” Dorothy pouted playfully. “Do you smell that? A big whiff of jealousy.”

between the wall and his chest,

Because when I want

flushed, her breath still tinged with Everett’s scent, a reminder of their intimate moment.

dining room, Karen had already stood

hand. “Heading over to see

Karen grimaced, exhaling heavily. “I’ve got to calm him down. If he tells my parents anything bad about Jeffrey, it’ll tarnish his image

was rising to join her. He couldn’t let Karen

him off. “I’ll talk to him

gentle enough, but he was stubborn and

outside,” Jeffrey insisted, his gaze serious. “Whether it’s your parents or your cousin, as long as

by his

their conversation, Dorothy felt a stir of

had wondered whether she and Everett could stay together if she had to face

“What’s on your mind?”

drew close, ki*sing

care about Karen. I hope they make

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