Chapter 697

Henry's smile was all surface, his lips curling without warmth as he scrutinized Arista. No wonder Khloe was so devoted to the Hunt family. Every time she mentioned them, it was all praise and admiration. Indeed, the Hunt family knew how to manipulate hearts and minds.

A child like Khloe, who grew up without parents, would naturally be drawn to a family that radiated warmth and care. But he had seen enough of life in powerful families to know the truth: even amidst family bonds, human selfishness, calculation, and greed could devour every ounce of genuine affection.

There was no true love-only fleeting obsession.

Nick's attachment to Khloe was just a temporary infatuation. And Arista, a stepmother, wasn't exactly in a position to claim concern for Khloe.

want me to do? Should I, perhaps, wait until Khloe's wedding and set aside part of my estate as a wedding gift?" Arista's tone dripped with irony. She caught Henry's subtle mockery and let out a bitter laugh. Before their words could escalate further, a nurse stepped

looked for Nick. Seeing that he wasn't there, her

glanced at Lenny. He had been tasked with bringing Khloe and Nick to safety, but upon arriving,

surged, and she bolted upright, nearly yanking the IV

immediately stepped to her

for rescue... Mr. Hunt-he's

gently. Arista's eyes flickered with relief at the reminder of Khloe's condition,

to him," Khloe insisted, trying to rise again. Arista

weak. For the sake of your

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