The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Before everything was resolved, he wouldn't leave.

Dorothy remained silent, just watching him. As she watched, a sudden smile appeared on her face.

"Everett, do you know? You were always so gentle that I mistook you for someone kind and considerate... I even forgot who you really are," she said, tugging at her lips. "How could I forget? You're a businessman, with power, prestige, and influence. After you stopped loving me, what right did I have to negotiate with you?"

She didn't even need to doubt Everett's words. He had said it himself. As long as he disagreed, the kids wouldn't be leaving Eldorria City, let alone the country. Yes! Everett certainly had that power. The problem was with herself. She had forgotten how powerful Everett's influence was, thinking he would respect her decisions as he used to, even if she was being unreasonable, even if she had abandoned him over and over again.

"You..." Everett's lips moved, but harsh words were all he could muster, "It's good you understand."

"What are you planning then? To imprison me if I insist on taking the kids with me?"

Dorothy laughed, "Although I don't know your purpose, let me tell you, you won't manipulate me! I'll take the kids. If you disagree, then I'll just have to do it by force."

"You wouldn't dare!"

"Watch me."

and in hers, Everett saw not only disappointment but determination. That was what Everett feared the

don't want it either. So, after we break up, let's not linger on this. I'll take the kids, and you won't have to think about us

break. Once they were separated, she wouldn't cling on, nor did she want to leave anything behind for him to ponder. "Then wait for Abigail and Langston to come back, and ask them

really confront Dorothy head-on! He couldn't

"What do you mean?"

with both parents present. Now you

Quincy and bring them a stepmother is considering

"-"

want to continue this topic. She cut him off coldly, When Abigail

have to

knew she wasn't the ideal mother, so the kids might prefer their father, Everett. Since he suggested respecting the children's wishes, indeed, she should ask. "If Abigail and Langston choose to