Billionaire's match novel

---- Chapter 795 Originally, Khloe had felt a twinge of guilt. If she had known. Michelle was using her as a pawn, she never would have secretly rescued her. "Alright. Khloe isn't doing this for you guys-she's my friend. Now, do you believe that?" Michelle spoke firmly. Mrs. Keller immediately nodded. "Yes, yes, we believe you. | know | was wrong... we shouldn't have been so self-righteous before. The important thing is that you're safe now." "Im not safe," Michelle said coldly, her gaze fixed stubbornly on her father.

"I'd rather be kidnapped by strangers than forced by my own parents." She knew perfectly well: after this 'kidnapping' ordeal, her parents had lost their edge. In this small war within the family, she had already won. Khloe watched quietly, a faint sigh escaping her lips. People who were truly loved knew exactly how to handle those who loved them. "Fine. | won't force you anymore. Do whatever you want." Francis finally spoke, trailing behind Mrs. Keller. Though he, too, had been anxious and worried for his daughter, he carried more ---- reason than his wife.

Seeing Michelle's temper flare immediately after returning, sulking as if nothing had happened, clearly indicated she hadn't been truly traumatized by the kidnapping. Francis studied Khloe for a few seconds. Her gaze flickered briefly, avoiding his eyes. He already had a sense of what had happened, but seeing that Khloe had brought Michelle back safely, he decided not to press further. Michelle, thinking her father had finally relented, was about to speak when he added, "You're free to openly help Khloe with the Hunt Group's bid.

But do you understand the consequences of angering Solara Energy? It's not just our family who would get into trouble-you would too. I'm not trying to avoid responsibility; I'm trying to protect this family... to protect you." Michelle paused. Last night, her father had been uncharacteristically strict, confining her without discussion. She knew he wasn't a man without backbone. From childhood, she had been taught to discern truth and act with principle. The Keller family's respect came from maintaining its traditions, never bending to power or authority.

In his youth, her father had lost face and clashed with others for sticking to his principles. Yet now, confronted with Solara Energy's pressure, he had no temper left for himself-only for her. That had been Michelle's deepest disappointment. ---- But hearing his calm, measured voice now, she noticed something new... strands of white had appeared at his temples. She realized she hadn't looked closely at her father in years. Her father was no longer the towering, vigorous man of her childhood. Time had softened him. Even a man of principle could grow weary, hesitant, or cautious. "Dad...

| don't want to drag you or the family into this," Michelle said gently. "But | don't think trading compromise for stability is a long-term solution. If they can threaten us once, they'll do it again... Are we supposed to obey them every single time?" Her words were true, but to her parents, they sounded impulsive and youthful. Mrs. Keller hesitated, unsure how to respond. Khloe spoke up at just the right moment. "Michelle, Mr. Keller... | came here only to help you communicate. In my eyes, a family should face the outside world united, not hurt each other first.

"You want to protect your family-that's not wrong. But Michelle also has her own principles and ideas. She shouldn't be forced to sacrifice or compromise when her rights are stripped away." Khloe's words were pointed but gentle Inside, both Francis and Michelle felt a ripple of understanding. Mutual respect, unity toward the outside world-they weren't enemies.