Billionaire's Match

Chapter 693

Now, Noah couldn't be sure how much time was left. Noah reported the situation honestly. Nick immediately turned to Khloe.

"Khloe, take Ryan and get off the bus. Go somewhere safe."

"No... no, I want to stay with you..." Khloe said without a second thought. Before she could finish, Nick pressed his lips to hers in a deep, lingering kiss.

It was bitter, like a farewell. Khloe struggled for a moment, and he gently nibbled her lower lip-not hard enough to hurt, just enough to ground her.

"For the baby, and for me, you have to protect yourself now." He cupped her face, fingers threading through her hair.

"When it comes to those who would hurt us, we cannot be soft. We cannot give up. You've always been strong. You will continue to be strong."

that moment, a dazzling set

ones who tried to kill

but then, someone on the bus

It wasn't

and Khloe. Nick's positioning signal hadn't been precise. When contact was lost, Lenny had no choice but

immediately instructed, "Take Khloe and the

but seeing Khloe's tear-streaked face,

been recovered from the fallen man-it was a tracking device, meant

armed. The police hadn't arrived, the professional rescue team hadn't

most rational choice was to get Khloe off the bus first. Noah relayed the situation, echoing Nick. "I can

nor I can focus. For the baby, and for my peace of mind, go wait for me, okay?"