Everett could sense the unease creeping into the woman beside him, a discomfort he never intended to foster.
Lost in his own surge of jealousy just moments ago, he had failed to consider the awkward position he had placed Dorothy in.
"It's not like I said anything, right?" Kenneth stuffed the brown paper bag back into the cupboard, then looked up at Everett with a level gaze. "I don't need your thanks, because my help was for Dorothy, not you. You have no reason to give me anything. It doesn't mean much to me."
If Kenneth had wanted money, he could've easily spent his time earning it, but he chose not to.
Not because he couldn't, but because he wanted to take some of the load off Dorothy's shoulders.
"Kenneth, Everett was just trying to…"
Kenneth cut her off with a smile, "Dorothy, I know. Seeing you two doing well actually makes me happy for you. It's been almost five years since I've seen such a smile on your face. But I hope you understand that bumping into Mr. Lopez doesn't exactly thrill me."
Who would be thrilled to see a love rival?
Dorothy bit her lips.
"Can I have a word with you in private?" Kenneth ignored Everett's presence, focusing solely on Dorothy.
"Uh?" Dorothy glanced unconsciously in Everett's direction.
Kenneth offered a reassuring smile, "It's about Byte 7. Mr. Lopez can relax; it's strictly business, nothing to do with love affairs."
"No worries here." Surprisingly, Everett let go of Dorothy's hand. "Go ahead, I'll wait for you."
Relieved, Dorothy exhaled deeply.
"Okay."
She followed Kenneth to what used to be Abigail's bedroom. Once the door was closed behind them, Kenneth got straight to the point.
"How much more do you need for Byte 7's final payment?"
Learning the issue was not that serious, she huffed, "Not much. I've got it covered on my own."
"I saw you selling off stocks and property, Dorothy. I bought them all."
Dorothy was taken aback, "What? Kenneth, you shouldn't have!"
"…Nothing will stop me from bringing my mother's killer to justice! If his mother committed a crime, she must be held accountable!"
"I understand."
Kenneth released her and whispered reassuringly in her ear, "I'll help you with everything I've got."
"Kenneth..."
"When the truth is out, I promise you I'll find someone and settle down."
Dorothy's face stiffened; she knew no amount of persuasion would change his mind.
When Dorothy stepped out of the room, Everett immediately stood up, "Are we ready to leave?"
"Yeah." Dorothy nodded, walking over to join Everett.
As they reached the foyer of Kenneth's house, he called out to Dorothy.
"When you come back this time, visit your mom's grave."
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The readers' comments on the novel: The CEO's Hidden Love: Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires
Why didn't Jeffrey call Everett from the office? Lock his door instruct security to not let anyone in and speak to Everett on the phone? Or send him a text giving him a quick summary of what's up and that he's on his way over. That way when he runs into Heather on his way out he informs her Everett already knows....
The children's stories are si boring. This book is like torture. I've put in so much time I have to see this through but it's becoming more difficult....
Finish this already...
Why are you delaying the updates? You wait over a month just to give us 5 chapters?...
Again no updates in weeks, is this where the story ends?...
Can you please just post the whole book this is dragging out and no updates in weeks...
Felicity s hold grow up n relise that craving is playing n finish getting back together correctly with mile n get married and Abigail needs to grow up n stop being shelter by her parent n realize that the other women is lying n getting her to hpget a divorce with Craig, n Craig needs to be to pride to see what's really going on n stop being dumb...
This story is getting boring already. Just wrap it up 🙏...
Can you please convey this to the person who owns this website? Update “find me in your labyrinth” novel please...author is MIA since 12/4......
I don't agree with not letting him in. That just seems cruel and besides wasn't the whole point of getting pregnant again was for him to experience and travel the journey of pregnancy with her?...