Billionaire's Match

Chapter 1009

But for now, Lucas still hoped Nick would focus on his recovery. The company’s affairs were, in the end, just business competition. Ups and downs were inevitable-nothing prospered forever.

Nick shifted slightly inward on the bed and patted the space beside him.

“Come here.”

Khloe lay down, and he quickly pulled her into his arms.

His hand rested at her waist, his palm naturally settling against her slightly rounded belly.

They lay there quietly for a while.

“How have things been with the Morrison Group lately?” Nick finally asked in a low voice near her ear.

“Not bad.”

Khloe closed her eyes, leaning against his chest. His heartbeat was steady, neither fast nor slow.

“Khloe,” he called suddenly.

“Mm?”

you… want to

Khloe’s eyes snapped open.

stay with you. Wherever you are, I’ll be there.

her, his eyes

since we came back, you’ve seemed distracted. Last night when I woke up, I saw you step

“Nick, don’t misunderstand…”

flickered as she rushed to explain. Nick was perceptive-she knew even the smallest thoughts couldn’t be

you can’t hide

he lifted her chin, leaning closer, a faint curve at the corner

yet knowing how to respond, when he continued, “Ethan has just taken over. There must be people below him who aren’t convinced. And with Olympus constantly making moves, it’s only natural

know about

Relief washed over Khloe.

Nick nodded.

his

poor, with faint bloodshot veins visible in his eyes, yet his gaze remained clear. That fragile strength he

you wouldn’t

pressed her

I’m fair about this-if I’m not supposed to interfere, then you shouldn’t

out a soft scoff, taking her hands and folding them

You shouldn’t worry about the Hunt Group anymore