Billionaire's match novel

Chapter 266 Charlotte had originally feared implicating Khloe, and she worried that Ethan might retaliate against her family. But she had already resolved to follow her conscience. She didn't want Khloe to misunderstand, so she revealed everything. Her trip to Khloe's office had been only to reassure Ethan; she hadn't given him any real data. Charlotte would rather take her mother and brother away from Goldmont City than betray Khloe. Khloe trusted her completely, though she hadn't expected Charlotte to be so reckless-bearing Ethan's threats all on her own.

Yet, this was also a testament to Ethan's cunning: by forcing Charlotte to seek Khloe's help, he effectively shifted the burden onto Khloe. Khloe and Ethan were already at odds within the company. If Khloe were distracted by Charlotte's troubles and clashed with Ethan directly, it would go against Charlotte's original intention of protecting her. Even though Khloe was unharmed physically, she couldn't help but feel responsible. One side was family, the other a benefactor-Charlotte simply couldn't make that decision alone.

Fortunately, Khloe had openly addressed the situation, calming Charlotte's anxious mind. Ethan might try to retaliate against Charlotte, but Khloe was equally determined to protect her. They were on the same team, supporting one another; it was not a burden. Khloe wanted Charlotte to trust her fully and not belittle herself because she felt powerless. Problems were meant to be solved, not avoided. Even if they got hurt along the way, they had survived worse-so what was a mere Ethan to fear?

Hearing Khloe speak, Charlotte finally felt freed from the fear and gloom that had plagued her for days. Khloe even gave her two days off, just in time to face Ethan together and settle the score. HR, seeing Khloe's straightforward approach, dared not object; after all, the man across from her was Ethan. They coughed nervously, trying not to offend. Ethan smiled, a faintly mocking curve of his lips. "Khloe, what are you talking about? I don't understand a word. 11 Khloe made no attempt to soften her approach.

She presented the chat records Charlotte had provided, along with scattered pieces of supporting evidence. "You sexually harassed my subordinate and incited the theft of my project data. Ethan, you've seriously crossed company red lines." Ethan glanced at the evidence and then at Charlotte. "Was this your doing?" Charlotte lowered her head. Though she had summoned the courage to return to the office, she couldn't hide her fear in his presence. "This evidence proves nothing. I was just teasing her-never meant her to take it seriously." Ethan snorted, glancing at HR.

"Our company is very humane. Office romances are allowed, as long as they're reported. So I'm reporting it now: I'm pursuing Charlotte. What she says? That's just personal between us." His adaptability was impressive, but his shamelessness reached new heights. TH 1/2 Chapter 266 +25 Bonus Khloe sneered. "Is that pursuit or workplace harassment? Shall we call Legal to sort this out?" "We're all family here, Khloe. Why go so far against me? Even if this escalates, I'll only get a minor reprimand. But Charlotte's reputation will be ruined." Ethan's temper had already hit its limit.

He had no energy left to spar with Khloe. He stood up directly, cutting the conversation short. Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella's storytelling style is immersive and addictive-perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.