Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 12

Chapter 12:

Khloe leaned comfortably against Henrik, a book in her hands.

Given their act as an engaged couple, it was crucial to grow accustomed to the occasional physical closeness. These days, whenever Khloe came near, Henrik no longer reacted as though anticipating a threat.

Upon hearing that Sloane was getting engaged to Eric, her former fiancé, Khloe couldn’t help but chuckle.

“My stepsister is getting engaged? Well, I simply must attend and offer my congratulations.”

Henrik leaned back, his gaze fixed on Khloe’s amused smile, a shadow of intrigue flickering in his eyes. He offered, “Do you require my assistance?”

Khloe gave a slight shake of her head. “No need. Just sit back and enjoy the show.”

hand and pressed a kiss to its back.

day of the engagement arrived, and the Evans family’s

priced refreshments and drinks were

friends, relatives, and influential figures from the elite circles. The Watson family’s elite status made them the focal point of every guest’s

bearing the Watson name was sure to

this gathering was merely the

was more than enough for the Evans family to gloat. Securing an alliance with the Watsons promised yet another boost to the Evans

dressing room, Sloane stood gracefully, draped in a stunning haute couture

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grip on Eric. The Evans family’s fortune is nothing compared to the Watsons’. If

get it already! I’m not stupid like Khloe, who completely blew her chances. What I can’t figure out is why Eric still has her on his mind after all

Besides, Khloe is already in Karl’s hands. She’s no threat to you anymore,” Lorraine replied with a sinister smile. “Once the wedding’s done, I’ll take care of her mother as well. After that, there’ll be

and daughter shared a knowing look before breaking into laughter,

Evans family had organized an extravagant outdoor banquet

mingled in clusters around elegantly set long