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.

rushed forward, waving his hands frantically. “Wait! This is all a

way through the crowd, and as soon as Lorraine spotted him, her face lit up. She hurried toward

done! She’s brought these thugs to

finish her plea, his hand came down hard across her face. “You deranged fool! Do you even realize who

Karl Russell?

face a mask of utter

Evans

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was

over an extensive black-market arms empire. His very presence was enough to send shockwaves

tied to someone like Khloe, a former convict? And

flawless features untouched by the tension around

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

caught off guard, rushed to chastise her. “Khloe! How dare you speak so casually? Show

no right to scold Miss Evans!” Karl barked, cutting

none of his usual menace. Instead, his harsh features softened, and 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.