Chapter 76 Chapter 76: "Listen to me, if you're part of this production team, don't even think about starting the filming!" His voice, thick with rage, carried a dangerous edge as he threatened.
Just as Khloe was about to signal for Henrik's men, a smooth voice cut through the tension. "How daring! How could you stop a project backed by Evergreen Capital?" All eyes turned to the source of the voice, where a man in a crisp white suit walked towards them with measured steps. Tall, handsome, and effortlessly elegant, it was none other than Rhett.
The crowd buzzed with excitement at his unexpected arrival.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"That's Rhett Foster, head of the Foster family! What's he doing here?" "Isn't that the heartthrob, Mr. Foster?" His entrance sparked a wave of energy across the set, all eyes glued to him with growing curiosity.
Rhett wasn't just a looker—he was also the CEO of Evergreen Capital. On top of that, he had a special interest— he enjoyed learning about different projects, and if one caught his attention, he would fund it himself. He was basically a walking money machine.
Only Eric, along with Sloane and her mother, seemed to sense something was wrong, their faces darkening. Rhett flashed a small smile, but his gaze was firm, sharp, and unyielding.
He positioned himself beside Khloe, subtly placing himself between her and the growing tension.
"Eric, your behavior is completely out of line," Rhett's voice was calm, yet it carried an undeniable force of authority.
Seeing Rhett, Eric's face darkened even more. "Rhett, this is betweenand Khloe; stay out of it!" Rhett let out a soft chuckle. "How could Khloe's situation not concern me?" Eric's expression soured immediately, and he shot Khloe a venomous glare. "You've got snerve, getting the CEO of Evergreen Capital to protect you..." Morε updates in GalHis unfinished words left the crew exchanging glances, their faces a mix of confusion and curiosity as they turned to Khloe.
Could Khloe be Rhett's lover? "Protect her? Where did you get the idea that Khloe sold her integrity? Do you have any proof?" Eric's gaze darkened, filled with suspicion. "Ha, is this a joke? Do I need proof? Why are you defending Khloe so fiercely if you have no ties to her? Should I spell it out? Isn't she your mistress?" Rhett's voice suddenly grew louder. "That's enough! If you dare insult Khloe, a shareholder of Evergreen Capital, again, I'll file a defamation lawsuit against you on behalf of the company." From her quiet corner, Sloane had been watching everything unfold, and now jealousy blazed within her.
She had always believed Khloe was a woman who had hit rock bottom, someone who'd compromised her dignity just to scrape by. The revelation that Khloe was a shareholder of Evergreen Capital had never crossed her mind.
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Lorraine pressed a hand to her chest as a sharp pang of frustration hit her.
"How could this scheming woman be En so capable?"
"Why does Khloe always get these chances? How am I any less tham her?" Sloane wondered, clenching her teeth in frustration. Her heart burned with resentment, unwilling to accept it. Eric, too, was stunned, his confidence starting to falter. "This can't be!"
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