Kenneth was with me when those calls happened; I heard everything," Lane boasted, feeling like he had the upper hand. So, his demands came without hesitation, "I've got the antidote that could save you, but-" He paused on purpose, prompting Dorothy to bite.

"But what?"

"I want a night with you. Sleep with me, and it's yours."

"Lane, you're despicable!"

He burst into laughter. "Why the outrage? It's not like you haven't been with Everett before! What's with the act of innocence? If Everett can have you, why can't I?"

"I'd rather die than be with you! Keep your antidote!"

"Dorothy, even now, you're still playing hard to get? Didn't you see what happened to Everett?"

"Think it over. When you're ready, let me know."

With that, he hung up.

Dorothy looked up, her expression grave.

Lane reaching out meant there was a lead, but-

Kenneth is

else could

was just

touch with Kenneth." Dorothy quickly dialed Kenneth's number, only to find it turned

never have imagined Kenneth

had known all

get through?" Kevin raised

Dorothy rubbed her temples,

to do anything for her,

repay, and because of certain boundaries, she had to keep her distance. And

something happening to

...

her face, Dorothy didn't dare return to the Bay Residence right away,- fearing Everett might notice.

was a good opportunity to call Karen and get the

of your mind? How could you not tell me something

I thought he had a way to get the antidote, so we all pitched int

vel

but what was done

car, Dorothy massaged

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