Billionaire's match novel

---- Chapter 616 Mrs. Hodsteader blinked, startled back to reality, and quickly apologized. Winnie's cheeks were still flushed. She opened her mouth to say something, but Michael spoke first. "t's fine, You don't need to concem yourself with what happens between us-my wife is very shy. You can go on with your work." "Oh... okay, thank you, sir. | understand." Hearing Michael's words, the housekeeper cast an apologetic glance at Winnie. Seeing that she wasn't upset, Winnie finally felt the tension ease from her chest. "She's just kind-hearted.

She's worried | might neglect you," Michael said casually. He could see the embarrassment on Winnie's face, but how could he not feel equally awkward? The memories from last night-some he still thought might have been dreams-kept replaying in his mind. He wasn't even certain which of his actions had crossed the line, or whether she had been put off by him. Yet, seeing how strongly she had reacted to the housekeeper, Michael wanted to thank her-but the thought of bringing up last ---- night made him hesitate. Best not to "Aren't you hungry?

Breakfast is ready." Turning, he retrieved the sandwiches the housekeeper had prepared from the bar table and set them in front of Winnie She didn't respond at first, only after a moment saying, "Was that a call from Khloe just now?" "How did you know?" Michael asked. Winnie said simply, "I could tell from your tone." Only with Khloe did Michael speak that way-gentle, considerate, carrying the unmistakable air of an older brother. "Hmm. "Did something happen to Khloe? You looked worried when you answered." "It's... a bit complicated. It's about my second uncle, Niel.

She needs me to investigate certain things." Michael didn't hide it from Winnie, but the situation was complex, so he didn't go into details. Khloe had only explained the basics. He understood the gist: she needed him to check Niel's whereabouts during a specific period. ---- She hadn't gone through Oscar because it was more convenient for her to work with Michael directly, and because Oscar had closer ties to Henry. She trusted Michael, and he had promised to help-he wouldn't go back on that promise. The things Khloe wanted investigated in secret, he wouldn't tell Oscar.

"I'm glad Khloe is fine," Winnie said, relaxing slightly. She lowered her gaze and quietly added, "The things you're investigating... will they be troublesome?" Hearing concern in her voice stirred something warm in Michael's chest. "No. It's just old matters. Nothing that will affect me personally." "Oh..." She exhaled softly, as if relieved, then nodded. "| should get going," Michael said after a pause, looking at her. "t's still early. Why don't we have breakfast together?" Winnie asked instinctively, looking up. Her gaze met his.

His sleep shirt hung open, revealing the firm line of his chest. She couldn't help but recall last night, and heat flushed her cheeks anew. "No, | need to handle some things first-work matters," Michael explained, though his tone softened unconsciously at her ---- invitation. "Alright," Winnie nodded again. "Oh, and if you're free tonight... our new restaurant opens nearby. " Michael touched his nose, hesitating slightly. He wasn't sure if he should invite her. Though many people were invited, and the Olson family would likely attend, he had reserved the best private two-person table for her.

The view was unmatched, completely private-they wouldn't have to see anyone they didn't want to. It could be... just the two of them.