She said "It's tough" without a hitch in her voice.

But that didn't begin to cover the endless days and nights.

Dorothy was well aware of her own flaws, especially her penchant for harsh words.

What would he feel after hearing them? Surely, it would be unbearable.

I'll definitely give it my all. As for making it up to you in other ways... well, it's tough since you really aren't wanting for anything." "Who says?" "So, what are you wanting?" Everett's gaze fixed on her face, the answer nearly escaping his lips, "You. I'm missing you." Dorothy didn't avoid his gaze; she met it squarely and then took Everett's hand, "I'm yours, you're not missing anything, you're not wanting for anything." "Is that a promise?" "Unless you don't wantanymore." Everett's body stiffened, pulling her into his embrace, "How could there ever ca day like that?" Dorothy chuckled a few times, stood up from his embrace, walked over to the executive desk, picked up a pen, and crossed out the one-year mark, writing 'forever' next to

turning back now?" Everett smiled

one to have a

one," Dorothy smiled back, "You are my forever backup plan." Everett raised an eyebrow, "You're quite the sweet talker today." He

because I've seen how Jeffrey and Karen get along; I think there's something to be learned! Jeffrey often does things that upset Karen, but luckily, his sweet talk always gets him through. I thought I'd give it a try." "Good, I love hearing it, keep it coming."

leave, just sweetening the pot before her departure. Like

it was tfor Dorothy to head to a project meeting.

he paused for a few seconds before smiling

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