Billionaire's match novel

---- Chapter 619 "| don't think | was being rude. Care to explain?" Ethan's eyes narrowed. Charlotte's tone carried a sharp edge, and just like that, his amusement was piqued. Winnie immediately reached out and grabbed Charlotte's hand, signaling her not to speak. She knew perfectly well that Ethan loved to tease Charlotte, and Charlotte's defensive instinct only played right into his hands. But by stretching out her hand, Winnie inadvertently revealed the massive diamond on her ring finger: a flawless pigeon-egg stone of over ten carats. The setting was exquisite and impossible to miss.

Even if the Olson family was wealthy, Winnie herself didn't have much money-and there was no way she'd buy something like this on her own, Ethan's sharp instincts immediately smelled a story. "Miss Olson, that's a beautiful ring... is it a wedding ring?" The question hit Winnie like a bolt of electricity. She yanked her hand back instantly. ---- "No," she denied reflexively. But the tension in her expression betrayed her. Ethan's gaze swept over her from head to toe, his smile deepening. "I hear Michael's new restaurant is opening nearby tonight.

Are you going to the opening banquet?" Before Winnie could answer, he added, "It seems your relationship with Michael has progressed remarkably fast. Surely he's not planning to announce your marriage publicly tonight?" "Ethan, that joke isn't funny at all," Charlotte interjected immediately, seeing that Ethan was clearly probing Winnie. "Yes. Not funny at all. Because this isn't a joke," Ethan said, his tone sharpening. His gaze cooled as he glanced at Charlotte, but his words were aimed at Winnie.

"| heard Oscar has already arranged a fiancée for Michael- someone well-matched and very accomplished. If Michael married Miss Olson, wouldn't that be a slap in Oscar's face? Oscar usually seems reasonable, but he's extremely strict with Michael. Who knows what he might do?" Winnie's face drained of color. Charlotte noticed immediately and gripped her hand tightly. ---- "Ethan, you seem to know a lot about other people's business. But | think your focus should be on your own problems. You look a little pale-haven't had enough rest, perhaps?

Taking care of yourself is the most important thing, isn't it?" Charlotte's words instantly threw Ethan off balance. By the time the elevator reached their floor, before he could respond, Charlotte tugged Winnie and hurried out. Ethan paused, a faint smile tugging at his lips as he rubbed his cheek. His face looked pale? Was she... concerned about him? He shook his head, recovering, and headed toward the garage. Winnie and Charlotte hailed a car to a nearby mall. Ethan followed at a discreet distance. Tonight was the restaurant's grand opening.

Michael hadn't invited Ethan, but he had checked-Charlotte was on the guest list Michael was steadfast in siding with Khloe. With Oscar absent, he didn't even pretend. As Clarice's adopted son, Ethan was also part of Niel's family. He could skip family events, but there was no excuse for being ---- left off the guest list. Ethan's thoughts drifted to the ring on Winnie's finger... worn on her ring finger. He was almost certain it had been Michael who gave it to her. What should he do? Such good news-should he tell his mother immediately?

After encountering Ethan in the elevator, Winnie's spirits plummeted. Charlotte noticed her unease and comforted her. "Don't listen to him. He couldn't possibly know anything about Michael. Most likely, he's just bluffing." "Mm." Winnie nodded, not wanting Charlotte to worry.