The CEO's Hidden Love: Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires novel Chapter 921

"Don't be ridiculous!"

"I'm dead serious." There wasn't a hint of jest in Everett's eyes.

He had truly considered this way, and thought that’s why he pursued so relentlessly in his life, never straying and never letting go.

Dorothy fell silent, perhaps because she found herself at a loss for words.

To others, his words might seem like pie in the sky, but Dorothy knew he wasn't joking.

This man could truly do anything.

"So, can you answer my question now?"

"What question?"

"That you love me."

Everett's gaze was fixed on her delicate face. His left hand was cupping her chin, not allowing her to look away.

After a few seconds of eye contact, she finally caved.

"Yes, I love you."

The moment Everett heard those words, his eyes suddenly began to sting and get teary.

"I finally heard it."

He felt like he could die right then without any regrets.

"But I'm afraid I'll still disappoint you in terms of giving you trust." Dorothy's past life was self-contained and guarded. Asking her to open up completely and depend on someone for everything was a tall order.

Sometimes, hurting Everett wasn't her intention.

Maybe… her knack for harsh words was inherited from Bella. She never knew how to talk softly.

"No worries, I'll just stop listening to anything you say from now on."

"Everett." Since they were opening up, Dorothy decided to ask what she'd been wondering, "Tell me the truth. Why does it have to be me?"

It was such a struggle and such torment. Any other woman would have made Everett's life so much easier! He wouldn't even have to lift a finger; women would flock to him.

She was serious about the question.

Everett thought seriously too before answering, "Maybe... I have a tendency for self-punishment?"

Dorothy glared at him, "I thought as much."