Billionaire's Match

Chapter 449 Every small movement by Dr. Yale made Nick tense. His body betrayed the fear he refused to show. "Relax. Dr. Yale is just here to chat with you, help you untangle some thoughts. It's not a formal medical examination," Loretta said, sensing the tension and trying to ease the atmosphere. Khloe saw Nick's expression darken incrementally and gently rested her hand on his thigh. "I'll step out with Grandma for a bit," she whispered. "You can talk with the doctor.

I'll be back shortly." She wanted to stay close, but she worried that her presence might make him even more uncomfortable. Just as she started to rise, Nick's hand gripped hers. He nodded once, his face unreadable, yet he made no move to let go. Despite facing the thing he most dreaded, his first instinct was still to want Khloe by his side. Khloe paused, startled, and Nick slowly released her hand. "It's fine. Mrs. Hunt, you can stay," Dr. Yale said, his voice calm and gentle. "We're just having a conversation.

looked at Khloe with a reassuring gaze that immediately eased her tension Glancing at Loretta, Khloe saw her smile and suggested that she step out to buy some snacks nearby-it was almost noon, and they could all have a light bite together shortly. Dr. Yale's assistant rose and accompanied Loretta out. Left in the room were just the three of them. Dr. Yale pulled a notepad and pen from his pocket, smiling warmly. "Mr. and Mrs. Hunt, | hear

was impressive. Khloe took the sketch, marveling, " You're amazing!" "Im not amazing. It's just that when you see something beautiful and capture it with a joyful heart, it turns out well," Dr. Yale said with a gentle laugh. In a few

style is too cute. Nick, | wonder how adorable you were as a child." "You want to know?" Nick's eyes sparkled as he leaned close, his voice a low