Chapter 287

Being a divorcee, the news of Dorothy’s pregnancy and the birth of her daughter seemed like a natural

progression of events.

In truth, the moment Lane discovered the connection between Dorothy and Everett, he didn’t need any

further proof.

The uncanny resemblance between father and daughter was so obvious that only a fool would fail to

see it.

Dorothy felt like her knees were about to buckle. She could put on a brave face at any time to appear

strong and invincible, but not when it came to her children

She couldn’t let the Lopez family know about her daughter, let alone her son.

“What are you trying to achieve by telling me all this?” Dorothy’s eyes turned sharp and vigilant. She

looked at Lane as though he was a potential

threat.

Lane raised his hands in surrender, signaling her to calm down. “Don’t jump to conclusions just yet.

Yesterday, I had a long chat with Jeffrey. He even asked me for a picture of your daughter, and I told

him I didn’t have one.”

“You have a picture of my daughter?”

Lane shrugged. “I don’t have one on me, but if I wanted one, I could just check the security cameras at

the Dreamscape Hotel couldn’t I?”

Dorothy was at a loss for words.

“But I didn’t do that. I even managed to curb Jeffrey’s curiosity and convince him not to tell Everett

about your child.” Lane tried to soothe her growing anxiety. “You don’t have to worry anymore. You

should know by now that I’m on your side”

Dorothy knew he was probably telling the truth. Otherwise, with Jeffrey’s temperament, he would ve

confronted her by now

Everett might have even reached Everglow City by this time.

“So, you’re pressing me for confirmation? Is that it?” Something told her there was more to this than

just curiosity or a simple interest in helping her.

“Somewhat.” Lane admitted with a small laugh. “When I found out about all this, I was actually quite

thrilled. I thought you were so in love with your husband that I wouldn’t stand a chance. But now that I

know it’s all a fabrication, I see a window of opportunity to pursue you.”

Dorothy pressed her lips together and spoke in a stern tone, “I won’t accept anyone’s pursuit, Lane. I’m

telling you this straight so that you won’t waste your time on me.”

you’re worth the effort.”

“But whether it’s a waste of time or not is for me to decide. I believe yo

“Lane, I can tell you the outcome right now.”

Lane smirked lazily. “No one can predict the future, not even you.”

“You don’t want to tell Everett about your child. There must be a reason, and I’m guessing it’s because

there’s an irreconcilable issue between the two of you. As long as that issue exists, you two are off the

table, which means I still have a chance.“Lane cut her off as he leaned closer to her. “Don’t rush to

reject me. I can keep your secret, and I promise that I will treat your daughter like she is mine. Everett

will never find out.”

He sounded like he was making a promise, but it felt more like a threat

Being a businessman, he knew how to manipulate a situation to his advantage, especially when he had

the upper hand

Dorothy had known Lane for some time now. Though they didn’t have a lot of personal interaction, she

knew his tactics. He might look like a rich, carefree playboy who spent his days partying and

occasionally running his business, but the truth was, Lane had a firm grip on his company’s