Billionaire's match novel

---- Chapter 664 But clearly... Nick had already stirred up an ocean of jealousy in Naraida. "You're going to see her when she comes back this late, right? And with news this important, I'm sure Khloe would want to know immediately," Arista said, her eyes glinting as she spoke again. This time, her words struck Nick right in the heart. He lifted his gaze, and for a fleeting moment, a soft light flickered in his eyes. His chest sank slightly, as if he were breathing a little lighter. After a moment, he spoke, "What you said...

makes a lot of sense." Though his tone was calm and deliberate, before the words fully landed, he had already stood, hurried to the bedroom to grab his coat, and in three long strides reached the door. His speed caught even Arista off guard. When the door clicked shut behind him, she couldn't help laughing aloud. Nick-usually so composed and steady-when it came to Khloe, all reason and restraint seemed to vanish into thin air. ---- At the restaurant, glasses clinked and laughter rang out.

Khloe had just finished making the rounds of introductions with the Remington Group representatives and returned to the table with Ralph, only to be inundated with toasts from eager guests. She had originally planned to make a brief appearance and leave. But Henry was present, guiding her and the investors through interactions, leaving no room for her to treat the evening lightly. Khloe was used to such events, and the grandfather- granddaughter duo worked seamlessly together. It seemed the prior tensions and differences over the Hunt family had evaporated completely.

"Khloe has already had quite a bit to drink. I'll take care of the rest of the toasts on her behalf," Ralph said firmly, stepping forward to shield her from overindulgence. Outwardly, everyone maintained appearances, though playful teasing was unavoidable. "Ralph, heroically saving the lady!" "| don't think any other young lady has had the honor of you personally blocking a drink!" "Khloe is truly charming!" ---- "In my opinion, Ralph, you and Khloe would make the perfect couple-talented and beautiful!" Khloe's cheeks flushed in embarrassment.

She opened her mouth to clarify, but Henry's hand gently grasped her wrist. "Khloe, don't resist everyone's goodwill. Ralph means well." "Cough, cough, cough..." Ralph, caught mid-drink, choked slightly from excitement. The crowd was unaware that Khloe was married, and jokes lacked restraint. He had intended to explain, but Delilah, seeing Ralph choke, instinctively reached for a napkin. Henry intercepted it with his cane, blocking her motion. Instead, he handed the napkin to Khloe, giving her a subtle look, and whispered into her ear, "The investors are watching.

This is just part of the performance-treat it as being on stage." Khloe suppressed a smile. She hesitated for a moment, then accepted the napkin. With eyes from the crowd upon her, and numerous cameras clicking away, she understood the grandfather's intent. She didn't hand the napkin to Ralph. Instead, she placed it on the table and slowly pushed it toward him. ---- "Everyone, don't misunderstand. Ralph and | have no relationship beyond work. If anything, it's purely friendship." Her voice, calm and polite, decisively ended the gossip. The room fell silent for a few seconds.

Now, Ralph and Khloe were no longer embarrassed, but Henry's face darkened. "Of course. My wife is already married; Ralph may like anyone else, but not her." Before Khloe's words fully faded, a cold, clear male voice cut through the room.