The CEO’s Hidden Love Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires

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."

"You also mentioned she's upset with you because of Dorothy." Lane clapped him on the shoulder, his grin 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, so don't overestimate yourself."

Kenneth paused for a moment, then looked away. "Yeah, you're definitely persistent."

But in this, he was only second to Everett.

...

Night fell.

The entire hospital was under lockdown, making it eerily quiet.

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

"The shareholders have been crowding the office, asking about your condition. But don't worry, haven't said a word! Just gave them vague replies about you feeling unwell."

"Good, I can rest easy with you handling things."

"Mr. Lopez, how much longer do we need?"

Everett knew what Kevin was asking. Glancing at the woman asleep on the bed, he spoke in a low voice, I want to speed up our plans, but the more critical it gets, the more we can't rush."

They couldn't let Lane think that right after they took out Quincy, Everett would be "gone" too! That would make their scheme too obvious.

"Understood! The task you gave me yesterday is also completed. Once there's any movement here at the hospital, he'll immediately stir up the media and start spreading the news about your... uh, situation." Kevin trailed off awkwardly, unable to bring himself to say the word

"death."

"I have no taboos, you can speak freely." Everett's lips curled slightly, his eyes filled with tenderness. "As long as it gets us the antidote."NôvelDrama.Org exclusive content.

After all, if anything happened to Dorothy, it would be no different than death for him.

After hanging up, Everett returned to the bed and gently embraced her.

Feeling his presence, Dorothy opened her eyes sleepily, "Are you done with work?"

"Yeah." Everett stroked her hair softly. "Did you need me for something?"

Otherwise, she would have already changed into her pajamas by now.

"Yes!" Dorothy immediately perked up, hopping out of bed to grab a black bag. "We've been stuck in this hospital for days. I thought we could sneak out for a walk tonight!" Everett had indeed been trapped in the hospital for several days, not stepping out even once for the sake of their plan.

He couldn't risk any slip-ups.

But if Dorothy suggested something, Everett could never say no.

He nodded gently, "Okay."

"Just to be safe, change into these clothes!"

Dorothy then pulled out the school uniform they had bought earlier.