Billionaire's Match

Chapter 164 Khloe's words were a thinly veiled jab at Ethan. He nodded subtly, fiddled with his watch, and a faint, fleeting smile crossed his face. "Then I suppose I was worrying unnecessarily," he said, standing. His tone carried a deceptive sincerity. "Mother regrets not being able to attend your engagement banquet with Nick Hunt. This weekend, she will host a dinner at home for both families. There will be many distinguished guests. Make sure to attend on time." He placed an invitation on Khloe's desk and left the office. Once outside, Ethan pulled out his phone and called an aide.

"Proceed as planned." He actually held some measure of respect for this younger sister. She wasn't a pushover. That was why he had started with civility, hoping she would yield voluntarily-but now, it was clear she wouldn't budge until forced. Meanwhile, Angela noticed the trending news had completely reversed in less than half a day. Goldmont Television Station had issued an official clarification, and every call she made to Brandon went unanswered.

to Khloe, admitting they shouldn't have believed the rumors, and some even tried to tag her. But to their surprise, Khloe had already left the group. Someone asked Trey, who didn't know when she'd left. He had assumed that Khloe had quietly noticed his efforts to defend her today-but now it seemed he had been indulging in wishful thinking. Trey called Khloe repeatedly. Finally, she answered. "What is it?" Khloe's voice

you okay? I saw the news today. Did you offend someone-" "Don't worry about me. Worry about the Fox Group instead," Khloe interrupted, her voice ice-cold, yet to Trey, it carried a peculiar warmth, a concern for him. It was classic Khloe. Even when trouble came, she handled it quietly, refusing to burden him. In his presence, she only ever spoke of what he cared about. The thought made a sour, tender ache rise in his chest. "Khloe, now you should know what it feels like

order, so don't wear yourself out running around..." Before he could finish his heartfelt words, the call was abruptly cut off. Trey's chest tightened. Anger bubbled up, too-had he spoiled her so much that now she could be this obstinate? He genuinely worried for her, yet the more