Knowing Dorothy as well as he did, Everett knew she couldn't sit still at home!

When Dorothy caught on, she chuckled, "Hey, I'm just twiddling my thumbs during the day, just checking out what's happening over there. I'm not at the scene, so I'm still being good, right?"

Everett sighed, "You don't have to lie to me. Do you think I don't know what's going on in your head? But with your current health-"

"Ah, come on! I know I'm not in the best shape and I shouldn't overdo it. I get it! Mr. Lopez, you go on with your work. I truly know my limits." She knew exactly how to get to Everett, resorting to a bit of coquetry when all else failed.

"I might have to come home a bit late after work today, so if you need anything, just give me a call. I'll try my best to make it back before the kids' bedtime to tuck them in."

"Alright."

Dorothy didn't press Everett on what he was going to do.

As long as he didn't bring it up, Dorothy wouldn't ask! It seemed like an unspoken understanding between them.

She knew all too well that if it was possible to avoid meeting Quincy, Everett would not even spare her a glance! So, why bother showing her displeasure and making things even harder for him?

up, Everett returned to his

hand, especially now that Kevin was out, leaving him to pick up the slack. After reviewing a few project documents, Everett finally took out

But... no answer?

tried again,

pick up instantly whenever Everett called. It seemed she must be really tied up

have time for a third try, so he just waited for Quincy to see the missed calls and

...

because she was tied up to a

and layers of duct tape wrapped around, leaving

a dilapidated house in

she could scream, what good would it do? Tied up and immobile, she was like

Quincy, Lane was lounging in a chair, legs crossed, leisurely

calling you! You think

"...Mmmmm!"

blowing smoke deliberately in her face, causing Quincy

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