Lane's words hit Kenneth like a curveball, leaving him completely unprepared.

So, his initial reaction was to freeze in shock.

It was this very reaction that tipped Lane off.

He did it on purpose.

"You still have feelings for Dorothy, don't you?"

The look in Kenneth's eyes a moment ago was all the evidence Lane needed.

If Kenneth had truly moved on from Dorothy as he claimed, his expression wouldn't have been so complicated.

Kenneth wanted to deny it, but it was clear that Lane wouldn't have asked if he didn't already know the answer. Lying would be pointless.

Of course, Kenneth didn't give a straight answer, just a wry smile. "Hard to say if it's what you'd call 'having feelings.""

"So, we're not going to end up rivals, are we?" Lane asked, though his voice carried a chilling undertone despite his smile. "No, I told you I have a girlfriend."

widening. "Regardless of what you think, it's none of my business! But you've seen how persistent I am about Dorothy. You can't compete with me,

moment, then looked away. "Yeah, you're

he was

...

Night fell.

was under lockdown, making it

hospital room, Everett was dealing with work while on the phone

But don't worry, haven't said a word! Just gave

rest easy with

Lopez, how much longer do

spoke in a low voice, I want to speed up

think that right after they took out Quincy, Everett

immediately stir up the media and start spreading the news about your... uh, situation." Kevin trailed off awkwardly,

"death."

taboos, you can speak freely." Everett's lips curled slightly, his eyes filled with tenderness. "As long as it gets us

to Dorothy, it would be no different

Everett returned to the bed

his presence, Dorothy opened her eyes sleepily,

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