Billionaire's Match

Chapter 247 Nick rose and handed Khloe a file. It contained information on Clarice and Ethan. Khloe operated in the open, they in the shadows-it wasn't easy to track them. Both had secretive backgrounds and private lives, making any investigation difficult. Even with Nick's extensive effort, only a small portion had been uncovered, mostly concerning Ethan. Clarice was the second daughter of the Davis family. Though favored, she hadn't inherited many family resources. In the past, she had used various methods to gain more influence within the family, earning the displeasure of many relatives.

It wasn't until she partnered with Niel that she gained a foothold in the Morrison Group. Naturally, she wouldn't relinquish the power she had secured there. Ethan, however, was different. Adopted by Clarice at the age of five, he had been raised closely under her guidance. Most of his dedication to the Morrison Group stemmed from a sense of obligation and gratitude. But one detail was particularly noteworthy. Ethan's biological parents had once been implicated in stealing commercial secrets from the Davis family. Before they could be imprisoned, they suddenly died in a car accident.

family. Although they knew Clarice, they weren't close. Even if Niel later couldn't have children due

approach, drawing near until his lips were almost brushing hers, and then said, "Clarice is someone who never acts without personal gain. The case of Ethan's parents has no traceable details... Do you think there might be something... hidden?" Though the topic was serious, his deep, magnetic voice carried a teasing undertone. As his words lingered, Khloe's gaze dropped to the pronounced line of his throat. Nick suddenly tilted his

tone, her flushed face radiating shy allure, delicate and tempting like a ripe fruit. "But that's not our concern... Ethan himself is thoughtful and perceptive," Khloe said, sensing him moving closer, her voice growing quieter. "I-" Before she could finish, Nick's lips met hers as expected. His kiss was gentle and cautious,

Group-you didn't know that yet, did you?" Even after being flustered and heart racing, Khloe snapped back to reality at his words. "The Morrison Group invested in the Fox Group?!" She sat up sharply, pressing her hand instinctively against Nick's chest. He let out a muffled sound, frowning. "Sorry, did I hurt you?" "No. Your little kitty strength could never hurt me." Nick caught her hands before she could wander, holding them firmly