"Huh? What's so strange about it?" Dorothy pondered for a moment. Describing her feelings was quite a challenge.

After all, he had addressed all her concerns, and he didn't seem secretive when taking Quincy's calls.

"Gut feeling," Dorothy replied.

Karen chuckled, "Dorothy, it's not that Everett is acting strange. Once you've fallen for him and given yourself to him completely, you start to worry about losing him." Dorothy paused, "Do other women feel this way too?" "Most do! Plus, you've always been a bit of an overthinker." Dorothy nodded, somewhat agreeing with Karen's perspective. "Maybe I'm just overthinking things." She said.

No sooner had she finished her sentence than her phone rang.

of the devil.

gestured to Karen, showing her the phone before stepping out of the room to

under the weather recently and haven't been checking my phone much," Quincy's voice was as gentle as

also no hint of evasion or guilt in

actually eased Dorothy's mind somewhat. Otherwise, she would keep wondering why Quincy hadn't replied

serious, just exhaustion from working too much," Quincy chuckled. "I'm calling because I need a favor." "Just say the word," Dorothy

reach Mr. Lopez. I tried calling his number just now and he didn't pick up!" Quincy explained, then quickly added, "Ms. Sanchez don't overthink it. I'm contacting him about an investment matter related to my father's company. I'm not sure if he mentioned it to you "He hasn't mentioned it. And if Everett didn't pick up, he's probably

towards Quincy, so she

You've saved Everett's life, and now you're forced to go out of your way to treat me. I'm the one who should be thanking you." After exchanging pleasantries, they hung up. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ (ꜰind)ɴʘvel.nᴇt

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