ログインEthan froze for a moment, then broke into a smile. "Of course. Olympus deserves it. Is there anything I can do?""There is," Khloe said. "The person behind Olympus is a woman—likely connected to the royal family of Yustonia. I want to meet her alone as soon as possible, without alerting anyone. Ethan, that's something you should be able to arrange."As she spoke, Khloe took out her phone and sent him some information. It was the result of Lucas's investigation into Olympus over the past few days.The royal family of Yustonia wielded immense power. Even with his extensive underground connections, there were still boundaries Lucas couldn't cross.But he had managed to uncover that the other party was a young woman. Recently, her movements in Goldmont City had been limited—mostly confined to high-end venues in the financial district, including upscale bars.Ethan was a regular in those circles. Finding a new face from Yustonia would probably take no more than a post or two in his soc
"Nothing important. Just a personal matter. Do you need something, Ethan?"Khloe lifted her gaze. The cold sharpness in her eyes made Ethan's heart jolt.Her expression was grim.For a split second, it felt as though they had returned to those tense, confrontational days between them."Why so serious?" Ethan said, frowning slightly. "I'm just curious—should you really be at the company at a time like this?"His words made Khloe curl her lips into a faint smile."I'm the CEO of the Morrison Group. Now that I've returned to the country, why shouldn't I be here?"Ethan tilted his head, studying her. Something about her felt off today.Khloe didn't bother to continue the small talk. She slipped the documents into a drawer before asking, "What did you come to see me about?""Charlotte took leave. I'm a little worried about her."Ethan pulled out a chair and sat across from her, his voice lowering.Khloe looked up, her brows knitting slightly. "Charlotte? What happened to her?"E
Besides, it would only put more pressure on Khloe.Khloe's heart was a tangled mess of emotions, but faced with Nick forcing a smile, she could only pretend not to notice."That's better. Don't be so clingy," she said lightly, her tone bright and easy. "The Nick I know has always been perfect. And he knows how to hold himself back."With that, she stood up and returned to the bedroom before he could respond.Not long after, the Hunt family arrived.Khloe directed the servants and housekeeper to settle everything, then accompanied Loretta to chat.Seeing that Nick seemed a little downcast, Arista stayed by his side the whole time.There had always been a barrier between George and Nick. In situations like this, Khloe rarely left Nick alone with him.But now, George seemed different from before—much gentler toward his son. Even so, after exchanging a few words of concern, an awkward silence still settled in.With nothing else to talk about, George accidentally brought up company
Khloe had only been joking, but the moment Nick heard it, his expression darkened."If you're not around? Where are you going?""I was just making a comparison…""Not even as a comparison. You're not allowed to leave me."Nick wrapped an arm around her waist, pulling her face against his chest. His gaze burned—intense and serious."Okay, okay. I won't leave," Khloe said with a soft laugh. But her eyes shifted away almost immediately. "Hurry up and finish. I'm hungry. I want breakfast."Only then did Nick seem to relax. He obediently went back to what he was doing.After breakfast, Khloe suddenly took his hand. "There's something I want to discuss with you. I hope you'll agree.""Just say it." Nick looked at her with indulgence, his voice gentle. "Is there anything you want to do that I wouldn't agree to?""That's great." Khloe's lips curved in satisfaction. "In a little while, Mom and Dad—and Grandpa and Grandma—will be coming over."A flicker of surprise crossed Nick's eyes,
Nick fell silent for a moment, then pulled her closer into his arms."If I were Michael," he said, "even if it meant hurting each other, I'd still choose to be with the person I love.""You're lying. That's not who you are."Khloe looked straight at him. His words came easily, but it was obvious he hadn't truly taken them to heart."I am." Nick smiled faintly. "I'd cling to the person I love no matter what. Even now, like this… I still want to hold your hand and walk with you to the very end.""Nick."After a brief silence, Khloe suddenly called his name, her tone turning serious."Mm?""I went to see that technology today."Nick didn't respond, so she continued, "If T7 were still here, with that technology, they could produce the medicine within a month. Maybe…""Khloe." Nick's breathing grew heavier as he cut her off. "Don't talk about T7 anymore. And besides, it hasn't even been tested. There's no guarantee it would work.""No… that medicine would definitely work."Khloe
But now, hearing Khloe's lofty, well-meaning words of comfort, Winnie no longer felt as certain.If being together couldn't bring happiness, then perhaps parting… might also be a kind of fulfillment—a release.…Khloe stayed at the Morrison Group for only half a day.She had come specifically to examine the specialized technology Winnie had brought.Ethan personally took her to the lab.But her schedule was tight. She had to return home before evening. Nick was still undergoing medication treatment—she needed to be there with him.Yet, after seeing the efficiency of that technology with her own eyes, Khloe couldn't calm her thoughts.If T7 hadn't been lost, then in less than a month, they could have developed a targeted drug capable of reversing Nick's condition…By the time she returned to Cloud Palace, Khloe spotted Lenny coming out of the villa from a distance, preparing to leave.She stepped out of the car and greeted him, noticing the briefcase in his hand."How are thi
Nick's words caught in his throat midway. His eyes flickered with hesitation, as if he wanted to say more."What is it?"Khloe's heart skipped a beat, her chest tight, her hand hovering over him as if to touch, yet frozen by nerves."It's just…" Nick's lips curved in a barely perceptible smile as
"Sorry, I couldn't hold back."Ethan quickly steadied himself. His lazy words slipped out smoothly, even as his hands habitually adjusted the edges of his suit.His strength was formidable—Leonard's assistant was still rolling on the floor, grunting, unable to get up.Leonard had assumed a distur
Michelle's account erupted in chaos, with countless people tagging her, demanding a response.Fans had been obsessing over the gossip between the two of them for days. If the rumors were baseless, why would Nick personally step in to shut them down? Why would he post such a meaningless, official an
After all, as long as the Fox family still had the company, they wouldn't fall completely. This punishment was something Trey deserved.But now, with Khloe hollowing out the Fox Group and poaching most of its employees and clients, Lauren simply couldn't swallow her anger.She had thought it throu







