The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Dorothy reached out and grasped his warm hand, silently cursing herself for not being able to help him. The recent tension with his mother only added to her worry that her presence might be making things harder for him.

She didn't hold any grudge against Everett for the harsh tone he had used with her before. If the roles were reversed, she feared she might have said something even harsher.

When people are in pain, their emotions can become unpredictable and hard to control.

All Dorothy wanted was to see Everett with her own eyes, to see his face and know he was okay. That was the only way she could find some peace.

After watching him silently for a while, she decided to leave before he woke up.

But just as she reached the office door, Everett suddenly grunted, stirring in his sleep.

Instinctively, Dorothy turned to look at him, their eyes locking in an unexpected gaze, both caught off guard and falling into silence.

Finally, Everett sat up from the couch, his voice still laced with an edge. "What are you doing here?"

"I just wanted to see you."

with no indication of wanting her

was prepared for his coldness, but his words still stung. She lowered her gaze, fighting back the tears. "Okay, just make sure to rest. And if work gets too much, Kevin can handle

opened the door and stepped out. Once she was safely back in her own office, she allowed her tears to fall.

his office, Everett watched Dorothy leave. It wasn't until the door clicked shut that he allowed himself to rub his temples,

knocked on the door. "Mr. Lopez,

"Come in."

entered, bringing in some documents

signature. "These need your

attention, Mr. Lopez.

care of

leave them

stopped him. "Did you

knew he

asks about me, tell

was puzzled by the tension between them, he