Billionaire's match novel

---- Chapter 594 Khloe saw a hint of helplessness in Nick's eyes. Though his expression was calm, the depths of his gaze betrayed a profound loneliness. Her own eyes immediately stung with heat. She didn't want to cry, didn't want to speak of their parting. It was just a brief separation, yet he looked as though they were saying goodbye for life. Before she could say anything, Nick released her hand, stepped forward, and once again opened his arms, pulling her tightly into his embrace, His hugs were always so deep, so intense. A single embrace felt like eternity.

Khloe closed her eyes, letting her hands wander over his back. " I'll be back soon to see you." "I'll wait for you," he whispered. Stepping out of the hotel, Khloe didn't dare look back. She pulled her hat lower and hurried away, afraid that even a single extra second would break her resolve. Inside the elevator, Nick hadn't yet watched her figure disappear before the doors slid shut. ---- Exhausted, he returned to the room, his stomach churning violently. This time, before he could call for the doctors, his consciousness blurred and faltered. On the way back, Khloe's mood sank.

Perhaps it was thinking about how reluctant Nick was to part with her, or the pressure of the road ahead-it made her cry briefly. But it was only for a moment. By the time she returned to Dust Capital's office tower, her composure was restored. Rain and darkness always pass. The brightest light comes after the deepest night. Even if it was for Nick, she had to persevere. When Ralph saw Khloe again, it was already evening. She was nearly an hour later than expected and looked different from that morning. Her eyes were slightly red and swollen, as if she had cried.

Yet, her expression was calm when she saw him She smiled, holding out a watch. "Thank you today, Ralph. | managed to meet my friend safely, and this is a small token of appreciation from them." The moment Khloe handed over the watch, Ralph's expression shifted. Though she didn't explain, they both understood. What kind of friend could make Khloe defy Henry's orders, even ---- lowering herself to ask for his help? What kind of friend would give such a priceless, custom-made watch? Ralph felt a heavy weight settle in his chest, making it hard to breathe.

In truth, after Khloe left earlier, he had secretly followed her by car. Seeing the hotel she checked into confirmed his suspicions. The man who had won Khloe's heart-of course, he had boldness. Even toward a rival, he was lavish without hesitation. Ralph smiled bitterly to himself. He looked up at Khloe. "Thank your friend for me. This watch is extremely valuable." "He said the more valuable it is, the more sincere the gesture," Khloe replied, pausing slightly, hesitant. "Ralph, | truly appreciate your help today. But please, keep this confidential.

I'll remember this kindness forever." "There's no obligation," Ralph said softly. "Don't worry. You've already given me such a precious gift; of course, I'll take care of things properly." He placed the watch into his drawer and turned back to her, a warm smile on his face. ---- He gestured toward the pile of shopping bags nearby. Knowing Khloe wouldn't have time to shop today, he had instructed his assistant to buy a selection of items in advance, all matching her taste and size. Now, when she returned to Henry, Khloe could easily account for the day's errands without raising suspicion.