The CEO's Hidden Love: Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires novel Chapter 465

“I might not be fond of that Dorothy, but I'll be damned if I let you turn the Lopez family upside down!”

Jonathan's nerves were rattled by the recent debacle involving Heather. In the past, he had been reluctant to interfere, partly out of consideration for his wife's health and sheer laziness when it came to domestic squabbles.

Had he known that Amanda had spoiled Heather to such an extent, allowing her to become so unhinged that she even harmed their son, he would have stepped in to set things right.

Amanda, knowing she was at fault, offered a meek explanation, “Look at our friends around here. Their daughters-in-law and sons-in-law come from matching social backgrounds. I just wanted to find someone for Everett who's well-educated, competent, and could help him in his career. Isn't that in his best interest?”

“Heather might be capable, but she's cold-hearted and ruthless. She'd stop at nothing! That's just unacceptable.”

“But honey, think back to before Dorothy came into the picture. Everett and Heather were so good together! At work, Heather supported him tirelessly, and you can’t deny that. And personally, they were such good friends, often seen dining out with Jeffrey. There were no issues whatsoever! Dorothy is where it all went wrong.”

“No matter what, once Everett’s back on his feet, I don’t want to hear another peep about Heather from you!”

Amanda nodded quickly, “You got it, I won’t bring her up again! I won't let her anywhere near our son. I owe her for past kindness, but that’s it. Even if you could tolerate her, I can't. I’m scared she’ll hurt Everett again.”

“All I pray for now is that you really did destroy all the evidence from that nasty business with Dorothy’s mother. Not a trace left! I can’t bear to think what would happen if it came to light.” Jonathan didn’t even want to entertain the thought of Everett's reaction.

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In a room at Eldorria City Hospital.

Karen was stunned, staring at the empty hospital bed.

Just minutes ago, Langston had thrown a tantrum for some pastry, and Dorothy said she wanted to rest. So, Karen had taken Langston downstairs to the bakery, trying not to disturb her rest.