The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Everett was utterly smitten-that was a line only Jeffrey had the guts to say.

For the sake of thoroughness, the officer accompanied Jeffrey to the hospital to hear Everett himself declare he wouldn't press charges. Only after Everett had signed the settlement did they agree to release Dorothy.

She was injured, too.

Her red dress was torn at the chest, revealing a wound underneath where the blood had already dried. It was clear from the cut that Dorothy had truly wished for death.

She followed Jeffrey to the car with a vacant stride, silent and head bowed.

Thankfully, Jeffrey was certain she no longer had any weapons; otherwise, he'd still be worried she might try something drastic again.

"Hospital?" Jeffrey finally broke the long silence with a probing question.

sound of his voice, Dorothy lifted her head slightly, "No." "What about your wound? It looks... pretty deep," Jeffrey coughed awkwardly, shifting his gaze

to turn things around! Even Jeffrey knew that once Everett saw the verdict of the first trial, he'd definitely get involved. He might say he was done with Dorothy and didn't care if she lived or died,

out, she might go into premature labor!" "Don't tell her."

is he doing? He's in big trouble!" Jeffrey surely knew she was asking

him, her eyes clearly filled

his eyes hard enough

one thing, but on top of that, he's been diagnosed

for you to go. Wait until they leave, then I'll take you to see him." Jeffrey

worried she might despair

going to see him," Dorothy said after a moment

was taken aback, "Why not?" "I have nothing to