Billionaire's Match (by Tangy Candy) novel Chapter 978

"Try this." Khloe placed a piece of pork trotter into Nick's bowl. "Mom's secret recipe."

Nick immediately leaned over to taste it. "Not bad."

"Right?"

"You make everything taste amazing."

Khloe smiled, satisfied, and added another helping to his plate.

"Eat more. Get your strength back. No more losing weight, understand?" she murmured softly.

Nick's movements faltered mid-bite, a quiet, indescribable contentment swelling in his chest, almost ready to burst. His eyes felt warm—he was happy, yet on the verge of tears.

So this was… happiness. Pure, unshakable happiness.

After dinner, Nick took the initiative to clean up the dishes, not allowing Khloe to lift a finger. She leaned against the kitchen doorway, watching his broad back as he moved between sink and counter.

"What are you looking at?" he asked, head still down.

"Looking at my husband, who is extremely handsome," she admitted openly.

She stepped closer, wrapping her arms around his waist from behind, pressing her cheek to his back. "I'm so lucky."

Nick's lips curved upward. He continued washing the dishes, occasionally arching his back to press against her, letting her hold him.

Once everything was tidied, they settled onto the sofa. Nick picked up the pregnancy guide and flipped to the page they'd been on.

"Page one thirty-eight," he said. "You were asleep last night, so I turned an extra page for you."

Khloe laughed. "So reliable. Should I let you handle prenatal reading too?"

"Sure," Nick nodded. "I'll read the baby the financial news every day—train their business mind from birth."

"I think I finally know why I love you so much," he said.

"Hmm?"

Khloe lifted her head, meeting his deep, steady gaze.

His eyes were calm yet tender, especially when they looked at her.

"Because you have what I've always longed for," he said slowly. "You notice the smallest joys in life. You keep your heart soft even in the hardest times. You've shown me that living isn't just about duty and goals—it's about… warmth."

Khloe's heart melted, but she teased lightly, "Is that a compliment for me, or a compliment for your taste?"

Nick chuckled softly. "Both."

Their conversation drifted into tender murmurs, and soon the pregnancy guide was set aside. Night deepened around them. Khloe grew sleepy, curling up against Nick, and soon they were both asleep on the sofa.