Billionaire's Match

Chapter 682

Khloe's subtle reaction caught Nick's attention again. His gaze darkened, throat moving slightly, though he said nothing.

The coordinates Noah had provided pointed to a seaside scenic area-a town modeled after a classic water town. It was several dozen kilometers away.

Driving their battered car that far was exhausting and too conspicuous. Nick quickly checked the address and discovered a nearby station with an express line straight to their destination. He decisively got Khloe off the car, calling someone to handle it, and they boarded the train.

An hour and a half later, they arrived at the old town just as the sun dipped below the horizon, twilight settling into night.

Using Noah's coordinates, Nick located the hotel where their target was staying. Presenting the room number and the information Noah had left, the front desk immediately called to confirm. After a short wait, they were told the room was temporarily empty. It was mealtime, and according to the cleaning staff, the occupant had just stepped out.

would have to wait for the person to return before making

adjacent room on the same floor. Their backup team would take a little longer to arrive,

her waist, catching her off guard and gently pressing her against the edge of the bed. Khloe's

stop it. This-now isn't the time-"

a glimmer she didn't quite understand. Khloe's mind raced. What he said made sense-they had arrived first. Clarice's people were likely still circling with Noah, and Ryan was safe for the moment. Waiting here for the target to return was far wiser than rushing out. Besides, they

eyes remained locked on her, his arm pinning hers

at me like that?" she asked, unease curling in her throat. His Adam's apple rolled slowly, gaze

words left no room for denial, as if he had seized a secret advantage. Khloe froze,

with subtle, deliberate motions. Khloe couldn't resist. A shiver ran through her body, a rush of heat and tingling nerves.