Heather feigned worry, sighing heavily as she tried to convince Amanda, "Amanda, no matter what, he's Everett's child. You can't break Everett's heart just to take my side! I don't want to cause any strife between you and your son because of me." "But look at him! First, he was involved with Dorothy, and now he's married to God knows who, without even telling me! Now, to top it all off, a child has shown up claiming to be his!" Amanda's fury grew with each word, causing the attending doctor to quickly calm her down.
"Amanda, your health is the most important thing! I'm not upset, as long as I can be by Everett's side in the end. Even if...even if I never have a proper title, I would be content.” "No, I owe you the title of the Lopez family's young lady! I must give it to you! As for the child, don't worry about anything. If Everett ever blames you, just push it all onto me and say I forced you to do it!" This was exactly what Heather wanted to hear. She was genuinely worried about Amanda's well-being. Currently, Heather had a place in the Lopez family thanks to Everett's parents. If they were gone, it would be a different story.
Backed by Amanda, Heather could proceed as if nothing happened.
After all, even if Everett found out, she could just say that his mother forced her to do it. His mother admitted it, so they couldn't blame her, right? However, she had to put on a worried front.
"Amanda...I'm really afraid he will be angry with you. Maybe I should tell him the truth." "No! He's been angry with me since I stopped him from being with Dorothy. What more could he do to me? But if you tell the truth, wouldn't that give him an excuse?" Amanda still believed that her son was just too young and indecisive to realize Heather's worth yet. But given time, he would understand.
"I'l handle everything. I'll back you up and keep those little vixens at bay! They dare to dream of becoming my daughter-in-law.
Dream on." "Thank you in advance, Amanda!" That night, Everett got uncharacteristically blackout drunk.
If it weren't for Kevin's timely arrival, he and Jeffrey would probably have had to sleep in the bar.
But that wouldn't be the worst thing. They had rented the place for the night, after all.
When Kevin arrived, he called Jeffrey's assistant to take him home. Kevin then helped Mr. Lopez into the car.
Drunk Everett was unusually quiet. He sat in the back seat, staring out the window, opening and closing his eyes periodically.
Kevin watched him carefully through the rear-view mirror, ready to rush him to the hospital if necessary.
Since Everett was silent, Kevin, as his secretary, knew his boss was upset. No words of comfort would help, so he decided to stay silent and let Everett work through his feelings.
Sometimes, too much advice can be overwhelming.
He used to console himself, but the moment he heard about Dorothy, he couldn't help but chase her.
They didn't stop until they reached Bay Residence.
Kevin got out of the car and opened the back door. Everett managed to step out of the car and walk with him to the front door.
Standing at the entrance, Kevin heard Mr. Lopez heave a small sigh, his voice barely audible.
"I miss her."
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