Chapter 670

These past few days, Henry hadn't been idle. He had people check on Nick's hospital-though the staff guarded his condition like a fortress, this was, after all, Henry's domain. Khloe's heart was loyal and deep; with Nick sick, her focus would naturally shift entirely to him. She was in the prime of her life, with responsibilities to her family and her own future. How could she allow herself to step into such a dangerous abyss? The Remington family, at least, was a suitable match for marriage. If Khloe could marry Ralph, she could stay in Naraida long-term, by his side.

Even if she couldn't see it now, in the future, with age and children around, she would understand the depth of his care.

"Grandpa... Nick-"

"He admitted it," Henry interrupted.

"He's an upright man, and I believe he cares for you deeply." His face was stern.

enough to understand that." Khloe hesitated, then said, "You're right, but if we calculate everything by gains and losses, then people aren't entitled

this were a different topic, she might have calmed

just discussed together was just as grim. Nick had already endured so much- thinking of him hearing this from Henry made her heart

already. Will you

Khloe said without a second thought. Henry's voice dropped lower.

no man wants to fail to

gaze had been tender when she last saw him, a sharp unease lingered in her chest. She knew him better than anyone-he always put

him, or used her as leverage, what might he do...? Khloe turned to leave without another thought, but Henry's cane shot out like a barricade, trembling but firm, blocking her path. "Khloe, your love will fade. Don't let your head be clouded by fleeting feelings. Let Nick go-only then can our family truly support you."

and defiance. She glanced at the old

holding me in place, and that's why you accept

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