Billionaire's match novel

---- Chapter 628 Asly smile curved Winnie's lips. "Yeah, the Olson family really hasn't treated me well. I've never even worn a custom-made gown for myself. This dress Michael gave me... it's really beautiful. Don't you think so?" Winnie's voice rang out clearly and steadily. Rarely so calm, she didn't rush to clash with Veronica or erupt into an argument. Their conversation immediately drew whispers and curious glances from the crowd. "No way... | thought Winnie was spoiled?

How could she not even afford a custom dress?" "Yeah, | heard the Olson family pampers their adopted daughter so much it's caused all kinds of trouble for them..." Veronica's lips snapped shut as she sensed the tide turning. She knew that if Winnie shamelessly brought up such things, it would make her family look bad. But once Winnie mentioned Michael, Veronica shifted her tone. " Well... the dress is nice, I'll give you that. "Of course it's nice. Michael's gifts are always extravagant, but... ---- | heard Michael already has a fiancée. And he's giving you such an expensive, personal gift...

isn't that a little... inappropriate?" "Fiancée?" Winnie froze. Charlotte, fearing Winnie would get riled up, quickly slipped between them, gently tugging Winnie back as if by accident. "No way. If Michael had a fiancée, he would have told us. Maybe you just heard a rumor..." "Who are you to interrupt my conversation with my sister? And why should Michael's personal affairs concern you?" Veronica recognized Charlotte as familiar but didn't know her. Probably someone from Morrison Group, or someone working with Khloe. She glanced at Charlotte's outfit and rolled her eyes silently.

Veronica had a habit of making friends with anyone and everyone. And this one dared speak back? "She's my friend-and a key aide to Khloe in the Morrison Group. Her name is Charlotte. Today, her department was personally invited by Michael. They are VIPs. So please, mind your tone." "Heh. Is that so? Morrison Group' corporate culture really has a human touch-an ordinary employee can become a VIP, huh?" Veronica's sarcastic tone made Charlotte flush instantly.

"Veronica," Winnie said, her palm tightening, her teeth gritted, " ---- do you think you can bully my friend too?" Seeing Winnie's temper flare, Charlotte immediately intervened to cool things down. "It's okay, Winnie." Veronica noticed the change in Winnie's expression. She felt a twinge of hesitation, but more than anything, excitement. This was always how Winnie acted before losing her temper. "Friend? That's a rare word. So Winnie... you actually have friends? Well, congratulations to your friend.

It must be fun to be friends with you..." Her mocking laugh hadn't even faded when a voice cut sharply from behind. "Veronica, | believe you are being far too impolite to my invited VIP guests." Even before he appeared, Michael's voice carried authority. Polite and controlled, every word was laced with unmistakable anger. "Michael!" Charlotte's eyes lit up, as if seeing a savior. The bustling crowd parted as Michael strode forward, instantly making Veronica and Winnie the center of attention. Veronica wasn't surprised by his protective act.

Crossing her arms, she lifted her chin, arching her brows, her gaze falling on ---- the woman following behind Michael. Perfect timing,