The CEO's Hidden Love: Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires novel Chapter 946

"You're worried now?" Karen shot him a glare, "Back when you were playing the field, did you ever think about the future?"

Jeffrey scratched his head, embarrassment written all over his face, "Not lying, but I never thought about getting married before, let alone having kids. I was a true bachelor."

For some reason, he couldn't quite figure out why, but seeing Karen made him think maybe marriage wasn't such a bad idea after all. As long as it was with her, everything was up for discussion.

"And why did you have to break that vow? It nearly tore me to death!" Karen pouted, recalling the excruciating pain before being admitted to the hospital that still haunted her.

"Let's not have any more kids, Karen. I was scared out of my wits! Waiting outside the OR was the most terrifying moment of my life!"

Jeffrey swore he couldn't go through that experience ever again.

"Look at you!" Karen said, her words laced with mock disdain but her heart filled with warmth, "Where's that suave Mr. Turner now, huh?"

"I don't need to be suave. I just need you by my side." Jeffrey finally understood what it meant to be worried sick. He also got why Everett couldn't let go of Dorothy no matter what. He couldn't imagine letting Karen go either.

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When Everett and Dorothy returned to their Bay Residence, the kids were already asleep.

The first thing Everett did was change his clothes; he had been at the hospital for too long and didn't want Dorothy to dislike the smell of antiseptic on him.

Coming out of the changing room, Dorothy had just checked on the kids.

"Want something to eat?" Everett walked over, affectionately stroking her hair in a gentle, natural gesture.

"I'm not hungry."

"You need to eat something; remember your stomach issues?"

Dorothy pouted, but Everett simply scooped her up and settled her on the couch.

"Should I call Kevin to bring something, or shall I whip up something myself?"

"Dorothy, as long as you're mine, I'm never troubled. No matter the process, I can handle it."

His only fear was losing Dorothy. As long as the ending was good, he could wait decades more.

Seeing the depth in his eyes, Dorothy's smile deepened, "Everett, I'm done causing trouble."

"Oh?"

"I've decided—"

Just as Dorothy was about to continue, Everett's phone suddenly rang.

Both glanced over. It was Kevin calling.

"Mr. Lopez, Quincy wants to see you! She says... if you don't agree, you'll regret it..."