Billionaire's match novel

Chapter 9 +25 Bonus " Alicia , you must keep your spirits up during confinement . Otherwise , it'll harm your health . " Khloe's tone was light , almost careless - and that calmness only stoked Alicia's fury . " Khloe , don't think you can slack off just because you're hiding behind my brother's company . You're the Fox family's daughter - in - law . Asking you to cook for me is already giving you a chance . Don't forget - your position exists because of the Fox family . " " Oh , right , " Khloe said , as though remembering something trivial .

" I heard your husband's numbers have been slipping badly this month . " The words hit like a stone dropped into still water . Alicia froze , her retort caught in her throat . It was true . Stanley had been coming home late , worn out and irritable . His performance was plummeting , and even Trey's backing couldn't prop him up forever . " Khloe , what are you implying ? " " I'm not sure if Stanley ever told you , but half his sales were referrals from me . Lately I've been swamped , so even when he came to me , I just didn't have the time . " Alicia's chest constricted .

She suddenly remembered how often Stanley had mentioned Khloe recently - how busy she was , how he hadn't seen her in ages , how maybe they should invite her over sometime . Half her resentment toward Khloe came from this very thing : Stanley praised her far too often . And Khloe was beautiful - too beautiful . It was only natural to suspect her husband admired more than just her work . " Khloe , don't spout nonsense . Stanley is capable - he doesn't need anyone to hand him business . " " Alicia , your husband's probably just under pressure , which is why he hides things from you .

But it's fine . You can ask him yourself . After all , most of his clients are acquaintances of mine . He wouldn't deny it . " Alicia's face went white , then red . Was Khloe mocking her ? Suggesting her marriage was a sham and her husband was dishonest ? Khloe's voice softened , but her words cut deeper than any blade . " Confinement is difficult , I know . But I'm finalizing a major deal today . If it goes through , your husband's numbers might recover . Who knows ? He might not just keep his job - he might even get promoted . " Khloe was smiling . Alicia could hear it in her tone .

To her , every syllable was steel . Khloe was warning her . Her lips trembled . She wanted to lash out , but nothing came . Khloe had struck too close . Whatever Khloe said afterward , Alicia barely heard . She slammed the phone down , stormed into Stanley's room , and cornered him . He was enjoying a rare day off , gaming to relax , when her barrage of questions about Khloe blindsided him . Within minutes , they were shouting , hurling accusations and objects , their fight loud enough to draw the servants to the doorway . " What are you two doing ? Have you lost your minds ?

" Stella rushed in , quickly dismissing the servants . She pulled Alicia back , terrified that the stress would harm Alicia , especially since her body was still weak from giving birth . Stanley's face was ashen . He grabbed his coat and stormed out . 1/2 CLAVER " Stanley ! " Alicia tried to follow , but Stella restrained her . " What on earth is going on ? " Stella demanded . +25 Bonus The front door slammed . Alicia collapsed into Stella's arms sobbing . " I want a divorce ! I want a divorce ! " Stella was stunned . How had a single call from Khloe thrown the entire household into chaos ?

Only after prying the truth from her daughter did she understand . Alicia had pressed Stanley , and he hadn't even hesitated - he admitted it . Those clients had indeed come from Khloe . Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes. Cedella's storytelling style is immersive and addictive-perfect for fans of heated romances and heart-pounding twists.