Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 18

Chapter 18:

Karl’s man was quicker, a shot ringing out with practiced precision.

A sharp crack echoed as a bullet struck Lorraine’s wrist, eliciting a pained shriek.

The impact sent her hand jerking upward, her shot going wild and missing Khloe.

Blood streamed from the wound, staining her outfit as her complexion turned ghostly pale.

Lorraine’s eyes widened in shock as she stared at Khloe. “Bitch! You’ve gone too far this time! Guards! Take her and that decrepit fool down!”

At her command, the Evans family’s security moved in, encircling Khloe and Karl’s men. Guns were drawn on both sides, the venue crackling with tension.

The air was electric with hostility, and the guests retreated in a flurry of panicked whispers and fearful glances. At that moment, Joshua rushed over, his face slick with sweat.

suit was rumpled as he rushed forward, waving his hands frantically. “Wait! This is

his way through the crowd, and as soon as Lorraine spotted him, her face lit up. She hurried toward him, clutching her wrist dramatically, tears

done! She’s brought these thugs to

came down hard across her face. “You deranged fool! Do you even realize who you’re insulting? That’s Karl Russell! Do you want to bring

Karl Russell?

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Evans family had

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crowd was

the city’s underworld, ruled over an extensive black-market arms empire. His very presence was enough to send shockwaves through

Khloe, a former convict? And not just tied, but openly defending her? The crowd

demeanor remained composed, her flawless features untouched by the tension

or cower. She simply offered a calm, unhurried greeting. “Mr. Russell, you’ve

“Khloe! How dare you

You have no right to scold Miss Evans!” Karl

a warm smile spread across his face. “Miss Evans, I’m sorry for my tardiness. I regret that you nearly had to endure such indignities. I trust you’ll forgive