Chapter 21 Khloe didn't want to take up any more of Michael's time . As soon as he escorted her to the hotel elevator , she spoke up . " Thank you , Michael . I can manage from here . You should go handle your work . " Michael offered a warm smile . " Of course . If you need anything at all , just call me . " " I will . " Khloe gave a small wave . Just then , someone abruptly forced the elevator doors open A figure slipped inside and deliberately shouldered past Khloe with surprising force , nearly knocking her off balance in the spacious cabin . " Winnie .

" Khloe had barely steadied herself when she recognized the woman in the Chanel - style tweed suit . Michael's voice came from the hallway , sharp with recognition . Winnie Olson's long black curls cascaded down her back , her perfume so potent it seemed to stain the air . She cast a dismissive glance at Khloe before fixing her gaze on Michael . " Michael , new girlfriend ? " " Don't be ridiculous . This is my cousin , Khloe . " Michael's tone carried a clear note of displeasure , though he remained civil for Winnie's sake . " Khloe ? Oh , you mean Niel's ... illegitimate daughter ?

" Winnie tilted her head , her eyes narrowing as she scrutinized Khloe with newfound interest . Khloe remained silent . She had no patience for spoiled heiresses - especially one who had intentionally rammed into her hard enough to leave a bruise . " Winnie , mind your language . She is my uncle's daughter , my cousin , and the rightful heir of the Morrison family . 11 " Rightful heir or not , I'm not a Morrison , so I don't care ! " Winnie retorted , jabbing the ' close door ' button and cutting off Michael's reply . The elevator doors slid shut with a definitive chime .

offered no apology , and Khloe didn't expect one . It was obvious Winnie's hostility was aimed at Michael as much as at her , and Khloe had no interest in getting involved in their drama . When the doors opened on her floor , Khloe strode out without a backward glance . She had just reached her suite when her phone rang . It was Michael , checking to see if

clicked into place - the Miss Olson she'd clashed with while purchasing her penthouse . " Yes , that's the one , " Michael confirmed . Michael went on to explain that Mrs. Olson and Clarice were close , so the two families often socialized . The Olsons .

both of them tomorrow instantly drained Khloe's enthusiasm . Mingling 1/2 Chanoy 21 +25 Bonus with society heiresses was infinitely more exhausting than any boardroom battle . That night , jet lag from her first trip abroad kept her restless . Lying in

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