The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

Chapter 1317

Everett had this gut feeling, a premonition that made him act without hesitation.

"Head to the apartment building."

Kevin hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "Mr. Lopez, maybe I should go? Your current status... it's not exactly low-profile. What if he's set a trap? You could be walking into danger!" The depth of hatred Lane harbored for Everett was no secret, evident through recent events.

While he might not harm Dorothy, there was no doubt that given the chance, Lane wouldn't hesitate to strike at Everett with full force.

"Dorothy could be in Lane's clutches. Do you really think I can just sit back, worried about my own safety?"

"Mr. Lopez..."

A single glance from Everett silenced Kevin.

He could even see a flash of deep, seething anger in Mr. Lopez's eyes.

Lane... he had touched a nerve, messed with someone Everett held dear.

...

seemed like an impossible

top floor

that within the hour, Kevin would notice her absence and

even Dorothy herself doubted

loomed, his lips curled in

and I'll grant you an

brows, giving him a glance before resuming her

he advanced, gripping her jaw

pain made Dorothy's

"What are you doing?"

will

in?" Lane

you insist on maintaining

"Let go of me!"

already cornered, yet still so defiant. Save your energy." The difference in their strength and height was so significant that Dorothy was almost lifted off her feet. Soon, you'll be under

but his grip

promised an

was cold and menacing. "After an hour, I've even arranged for a little audience to enjoy the show!" Dorothy paled, "Lane, this is

and Kenneth keep insisting there's nothing between you, right? So, I figured... he wouldn't mind

shows even the slightest