Billionaire's match novel

---- Chapter 728 Khloe immediately rushed into the kitchen, but the figure she saw wasn't the one from her dreams. "Khloe!" Charlotte tumed, eyes lighting up. Next to her stood a housekeeper, bustling about the kitchen. She glanced toward Khloe and nodded politely. The woman looked familiar, and Khloe recognized her instantly as one of the attendants who often stayed by Loretta's side. Charlotte stepped closer, her eyes flickering gently. Her sleeves were rolled up high, hands still wet from washing vegetables and fruit. "Charlotte...

what are you doing here?" Khloe's fleeting disappointment vanished when she saw Charlotte. Her lips curved into a small, unconscious smile, and her expression softened. Charlotte gently took Khloe's hand. "Your mother-in-law asked me to come keep you company." She hadn't been there long. Khloe must have been exhausted, sleeping deeply. Charlotte had considered helping her back to bed, but worried that moving her might wake her-and once awake, falling back asleep would be difficult.

Instead, she ---- decided to wait until the breakfast was ready, letting Khloe eat a little before retuming to rest. Khloe felt touched. Arista had thought of everything: not wanting to burden her by staying too close, yet worried she might overthink or despair. So she had sent a friend to be there. Charlotte hadn't said anything outright, but it was clear she understood. She carefully helped Khloe back onto the sofa and poured her a cup of hot water. "Khloe, are you hungry?" Khloe shook her head. She held the warm cup but didn't drink.

"Whether you're hungry or not, at this stage, you need to replenish your strength. Eat properly, okay? I'm hungry anyway," Charlotte said lightly, forcing cheer into her voice. "I heard Arista say your housekeeper cooks really well... mind if | sneak in three meals a day?" Khloe smiled faintly. "You can sneak as many meals as you want. "Then I'll shamelessly take advantage," Charlotte replied, her tone easy, but her heart heavy. Even now, she knew joking was inappropriate. The news of Nick's absence had been devastating, even for her-let alone for Khloe.

Yet, seeing Khloe manage a smile made Charlotte's eyes ---- prick with tears. After a few light exchanges, Khloe fell silent, her gaze distant. The atmosphere grew heavy. Charlotte quickly changed the subject, sharing some key updates from the company she had prepared before coming, hoping to redirect Khloe's focus. As always, Khloe perked up slightly when it came to work, offering a few more words than before. Breakfast was soon ready. Charlotte coaxed Khloe into eating, and Khloe cooperated, trying her best to maintain some energy.

Though her appetite was weak, she managed to pick at nutritious foods. Charlotte ate more herself, deliberately prolonging the mealtime to give Khloe more time to eat. That afternoon, Khloe called for Lenny. One of Hunt Group's core energy projects was currently up for bidding. There were many competitors, but the most formidable was Solara Energy. She asked Lenny to organize all the materials for her, wanting to get a deep understanding of the situation. "The bid isn't for a while. We're already well-prepared," Lenny ---- said, after two hours reviewing the project with her.

Khloe still looked pale. Arista had reminded them to monitor her carefully if she insisted on working, to prevent overexertion. "Got it. Tomorrow I'll hold a meeting. All project leads must attend. Prepare everything for me," Khloe said without lifting her head as she flipped through the files.