The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

In a moment that had everyone at Trust-E, including Dorothy and her colleague, bursting into laughter, it seemed like the tables had turned in Trust-E's favor.

Who would have thought? In a city like Eldorria, brimming with companies and projects clamoring for a collaboration with Trust-E! But Dorothy, keen on stepping out from under the shadow of the renowned Lopez Corporation, had specifically chosen this project in Everglow City to test the waters.

And yet, there were those who failed to see a good thing when it was staring them in the face.

"If you all feel this is too much of a stretch, then perhaps we should call it off," Dorothy said, ready to leave. The male project lead, unable to swallow his pride, blocked her way, fuming.

"Walk away just like that? You say no to collaboration, and that's it? What about the time you've wasted for our company? You owe us compensation!"

Compensation? Dorothy thought, Why not just paint the word 'extortion' across your forehead!

Before Dorothy could retort, she felt a pair of familiar hands on her shoulders.

Instinctively, she wanted to shrug them off.

But then, the distinctive presence of Everett quickly enveloped her...

"Compensation, you say? I'll wire it directly to your company account," he said, subtly positioning Dorothy behind him, ensuring her safety first and foremost.

The project lead, recognizing the support Dorothy had but unable to place the man, decided not to back down.

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