Lahat ng Kabanata ng Billionaire's Match: Kabanata 251 - Kabanata 260

Stella glanced at Lauren. Lauren kept her head lowered and said nothing to stop it—clearly thinking the same thing."There's no need to take it this far. Khloe, she…" Trey paused. "I don't think Khloe would really push things to the bitter end with me."He didn't know why, but the moment Khloe was mentioned, he lost his composure.She had been so ruthless to him, even going so far as to find some random man to get back at him. Yet, whenever he thought of Khloe, even breathing hurt."Trey, have you completely lost your head over Khloe?" Angela snapped, finally unable to hold back. "She's a shameless woman. You treated her so well—even if she wanted revenge, she still shouldn't have used such despicable means. And you're still soft on her?""Angela, watch your mouth. Trey has a conscience and principles—unlike certain people…" Seeing her son being attacked, Stella immediately bristled.Khloe might be shameless, but Angela wasn't any better. She was just as ruthless—a woman who woul

"It has nothing to do with you." Winnie spoke coldly, never once lifting her gaze to Michael's face.Michael parted his lips, but when he saw her attitude, he forced the words back down.Only after the two of them had completely walked away did Winnie's chest rise slightly. Her face remained expressionless.Following the order list, Winnie selected several gifts and snacks from the store and arranged them neatly on serving plates.She intended to have a server deliver them, but Veronica came out just then. "Winnie, why are you dragging your feet? Didn't I say today's VIP guests are for you to serve? Hurry up and go in.""I'm managing the store. Let someone else do it." Winnie shot her a cold glance."Michael is someone you know. Who could possibly serve him better than you?" Veronica's words stabbed straight into Winnie's sore spot. "And besides, Michael brought a lot of friends today. They all want you to serve them. Or is it that you're afraid you won't be able to control yours

Lindsay said nothing. She simply smiled at Veronica, clearly satisfied with the arrangement.That insolent store manager hadn't just embarrassed Michael—she had also ruined Lindsay's birthday mood.Her friends were all watching. Michael was kind enough to speak up for the other woman, but that only made it seem as though he had neglected her.Winnie stared at Veronica. She wanted badly to curse her out, but Veronica tilted her chin slightly, the gesture an unmistakable provocation.At the last moment, reason prevailed.If she slapped Veronica now and blew up the entire event, it might feel satisfying—but this was business involving the Morrison family. She would inevitably be left with another mark against her.Over the years, Winnie had taken more than her share of hidden losses for acting on impulse. Compared to those, what did this even count as?Wasn't Michael just trying to get back at her? Fine—she'd consider it paying off a debt.Winnie lifted her brows, defiance flashin

"I held your birthday party at the Olson Group store today because it was on your wish list. I never expected to run into her there. If that made you uncomfortable, or if it makes you want to call off the engagement, I fully respect your decision," Michael said firmly.Lindsay had originally planned to argue her case with Michael. But hearing his measured, reasonable words—so clear and so detached—she could only swallow her resentment.After all, there wasn't much emotion between them to begin with.And Michael wasn't someone she was indispensable to.At least he had made his stance clear. By the time they arrived, Lindsay had talked herself into acceptance."Michael, I really like you, and I'm willing to slowly build our relationship and walk this path together. But I hope you'll keep your word and not betray my trust."Her posture was lofty, but in truth, she was hoping Michael would give her an out.As expected, that approach worked on him. Hearing her words, his expression s

Yet, Veronica constantly found ways to pick fights every few days, deliberately provoking Winnie. In just a few short months, Winnie had already received numerous complaint reports solely because of her conflicts with Veronica."I can agree to your terms," Winnie said, her gaze icy, her words measured one by one, as if each syllable were steeped in humiliation. "But how can you guarantee that once I finish this bottle, you won't continue to make things difficult for me?"This was exactly the sight Lindsay wanted to see. The more miserable Winnie looked, the more satisfied Lindsay felt.She reached over, took Winnie's phone, and turned on the camera, recording herself."I'm very satisfied with Winnie's service. Today is my birthday, and she even accompanied me in finishing a bottle of wine. I guarantee… I'll give her a positive review."After saying that, Lindsay casually waved the phone, then set it down on the table beside Winnie.Winnie stared at the already opened bottle on th