The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Downing the first glass of beer, it felt like the second and third were inevitable.

Thankfully, Dorothy had the forethought to line her stomach with some food before diving into the drinks, saving herself from the ache of an empty belly.

The vibe was high tonight, and she wasn't about to be the buzzkill.

Dorothy figured a splash of cold water

you up to now?" "What can I be up to? Just asking! Ms. Sanchez has been around the office for a while, but I've never seen her and Mr. Lopez as an item. Plus, let's be real—if Ms. Sanchez were Mr. Lopez's girl, I

that she and Mr. Lopez had split. Still, he put on a stern face and scolded, "Don't be nosy. Get back to your seat." Ophelia rolled her eyes, "Pfft! I'm just looking out for you." Returning from the restroom, Dorothy found that almost everyone was full. She barely sat down when Austin offered a smile, "Ms. Sanchez, how about

the restaurant's door handle, her cheeks flushed a deeper shade, clearly

Maybe I...I should just take you home after all?" Perhaps emboldened by Ophelia's words and his own probing, Austin now felt bold enough to reach out and offer

he wouldn't dare

home safely,” Austin said with a probing smile. "Ms. Sanchez, is there someone at home to take care of you?" nn Before Dorothy could reply, a towering figure approached, casting a large shadow