Quincy's words were measured. Her confidence was rooted in knowing just how indispensable Dorothy was to Everett.

One always had to hit the most crucial part of their enemy.

Even with Everett's status, he had to bend this time.

The realization that she held the upper hand was exhilarating. No wonder men were always chasing after power and status... "You might want to think it over! This antidote for Ms. Sanchez will keep her symptom-free for a month. I'm giving you a month to decide. Of course, that's assuming your father doesn't pressabout it. If he does, I'll have no choice but to press you." She added one more thing before wrapping up.

it was already deep into the night. He thought Dorothy would have been fast asleep after everything happened in the hospital. Yet, the moment he opened the door, he found her curled up on the living room

back!" Hearing his voice, Dorothy sprang up from

quickly closed the distance and scooped her into

up for you?" she asked, wrapping her arms around his neck,

take a shower." he

his arm, her cheeks flushing. "I... I could join

your shower first, or I'll go after you." "Everett! You know what I mean!" She had made the first move!

handle it "I can do this!" In the darkness of the bedroom, Dorothy felt braver. leaned in

be enough for me. Are you sure?" She hesitated. "Then... two times. Is that okay?" "I want the whole night." Dorothy was silent, pondering. After a moment, she decisively pulled him down. "Okay, Everett, I

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