The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Dorothy stepped into the room, clutching her clothes, and headed for the bathroom to change.

She had felt a sudden awkwardness, wanting to say something to him, yet uncertain about what words would be fitting.

Emerging from the bathroom, she found Everett still engrossed in his work.

Resuming her usual routine, Dorothy settled onto the couch to quietly observe Everett at his office tasks.

The ping of a WhatsApp notification interrupted her gaze.

Looking down, she saw a message from Kenneth.

[Sorry Dorothy, I'm just not in the mood to eat. It has nothing to do with you! I didn't expect my parents to hassle Karen into calling you, sorry for the disturbance. Don't be mad.] Dorothy could almost see the anxious expression on Kenneth's face as he typed.

But she wasn't mad.

understand why Kenneth's parents had pushed Karen to call her. Everyone

don’t be so hard on yourself. I'm not upset, just focus on getting better.] This time, Kenneth didn't reply with

and chose to convert the voice

fasting because of you, but no matter what I say, they won't listen! I know the truth; it was because I missed the kids.] Dorothy grasped this even more profoundly.

sent another voice message, this one only a

an attempt to convert it, she

voice, a bit hoarse but still tender,

you too." Dorothy wished she could throw her phone

up, she could feel Everett's gaze piercing through her, as if her

prior message must have been, "I miss you," prompting his response of, "I miss you too." "Uh, I..." Before Dorothy could get the words out, Everett had

Everett abruptly turned and entered

minute, the sound

taking a shower! But he hadn't even heard her explanation! Dorothy quickly slipped on her slippers and approached the bathroom door, calling out, "Everett, that voice message isn't what you think!" The sound of water continued unabated, and after a long

want to hear it." Dorothy was at a loss for words, his aloof tone making her