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Nick went over every detail with meticulous care—from the seating arrangements for the guests to the wedding timeline down to the very minute, from the coordination of their outfits to even the playlist for the ceremony… everything had been considered thoroughly.Listening to him, Khloe began to feel her head spin. She quickly pressed her hand against Nick's arm."I think everything's fine. You decide—it's your call."Nick smiled, immediately catching the hint of resistance in his wife's eyes."Alright," he said."Nick…" Khloe called softly again."Hmm?""I miss you.""I'm right here.""I still miss you. When you're in front of me, when we're together… even when we're kissing, I miss you."Her voice grew lower, each word drawing closer to him. By the time she finished, the corner of her mouth had brushed against his jaw, lingering near his ear.The teasing pull of her words was irresistible. Nick cupped the back of her head and returned the kiss with equal fervor. Papers and

Maybe she was just being overly sensitive, but Winnie couldn't shake the feeling that Michael had been a little distant these past couple of days.Even when they weren't seeing each other, Michael would usually flood her with messages every day, sometimes leaving her wishing they could just stay on the phone forever. But these last two days had been different.He claimed it was so she could focus on preparing for her assessment; they'd barely exchanged a word. He even promised that once she passed, they'd celebrate together.Yet now, with the assessment over, his response was far cooler than she had expected.Winnie quickly pushed her disappointment aside. Michael was under a lot of pressure too—she couldn't expect his mood to mirror hers.As the workday wound down, Khloe sent her a message: meet her in the garage.Winnie assumed it was just a dinner outing, so when she got in the car, she announced, "Tonight's bill is on me. You're not allowed to fight me over it—or I won't come

"So… the herbal broths and tonics I've been having every day these past few days—was that you?" Oscar asked again.His voice carried no emotion, yet the weight behind it pressed down on her like a heavy hand.Winnie, however, felt no guilt. These past few nights, Michael had stayed here to care for his father, and she could offer little help. She remembered that when she was little, her mother had left behind recipes for medicinal soups and tonics.So she had tried making a few herself and arranged for them to be delivered daily to Oscar, a small way to share in their filial duty.What she hadn't expected was for Oscar to know."Yes… that was me," she admitted, nodding. Then she hurriedly added, "But, please don't be upset. I wasn't trying to interfere. Recently, Michael and I haven't been seeing each other…"Seeing her so cautious, Khloe and Michael exchanged a glance. Neither of them offered a word of support.Oscar's gaze stayed cold and assessing, showing no trace of the ind

Winnie quickly waved her hands, afraid the father and son would clash again because of her."No, no, I don't need any 'fee for changing the terms of address' or anything like that. As long as you're willing… Dad."She spoke, then lowered her head, feeling a little embarrassed.Though Oscar found Michael's love-struck antics irritating, he was now in a state of acceptance toward Winnie. Listening to her speak made him feel a rare sense of ease.He cleared his throat gently and looked at Khloe.Khloe understood immediately. She slipped into her assistant role, retrieved a black card from Oscar's drawer—already prepared for this moment—and handed it to Winnie.Winnie's eyes widened."This…""This is a gift from Uncle Oscar to you. Consider it a gift for officially meeting his daughter-in-law," Khloe said softly, her gaze shifting from Winnie to Michael.Michael looked surprised. This was a private arrangement between Khloe and Oscar; he had no idea it even existed.Winnie quickl

"What is it?"Nick lowered his gaze, and in an instant, his expression softened back into that familiar mixture of tenderness and mischief. His long fingers traced lightly over Khloe's face."You're fine demanding interest from me, but now, you're really going to settle accounts with Michael too?""Of course. Even brothers need clear accounts." Nick said lightly, unbothered.Khloe chuckled, and she reached over to pinch his face—though his slender features barely had an ounce of flesh to squeeze."Nick, we've only been married for a short time, and you're already showing your true colors?"He let her fidget with him, smiling even more indulgently. "My true colors?""You care more about profits than feelings! You even tally up accounts with my family. Does that mean one day you'll do the same with me?" Khloe feigned irritation, letting out a soft hum of disapproval."Never."Nick tilted his body down, pressing her gently into his chest, leaving a trail of heavy kisses along her