Loretta's words were warm, exuberant, and wonderfully direct.Khloe felt her cheeks heat up and her heart skip a beat. She quickly stole a glance at Nick, who was focused on the road ahead, yet a faint smile tugged at the corners of his lips.Without a word, he reached over and took the phone from her. His tone, rare in its softness, was like flowing water. "Grandma, don't scare her—we're on our way home.""Good, good! Be careful on the road, stay safe," came the reply, brisk but affectionate.Nick handed the phone back to Khloe. She asked instinctively, her voice tinged with hesitation, "Tonight… we're staying at your place?""Our home," Nick said simply.The words struck Khloe with a jolt. Of course—Nick's home was now her home too."Grandma was just teasing. If you don't want to stay tonight, I'll take you back," he added."I'm good," Khloe replied softly, her heart fluttering.As night deepened, they returned to the villa, where several people were already waiting for them
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