Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 22

Chapter 22:

Henrik’s strong arms held Khloe firmly as he walked her towards the waiting Rolls-Royce.

His tall and strong presence was like a protective shield, giving her an overwhelming sense of safety. He set her inside the car.

It was then that Khloe realized just how tired she was, her body feeling completely drained and limp.

This was her first real encounter with the Evans family, and the way she felt now made her feel a bit let down by herself.

Khloe felt a flicker of irritation but then noticed Henrik holding her hand, causing her to glance up in surprise. As Henrik got into the car, he took her hand without thinking and began to massage her palm.

As a medical student, Khloe immediately knew he was trying to calm her.

warmth of his touch felt personal, almost intimate. Khloe felt her cheeks heat

still.” Henrik’s low, compelling voice filled the air, and he tightened his hold

hers. “I don’t want to see you letting anyone else control your feelings. The only person you should

her eyes sparkling with amusement. “Henrik, did

dangerous look appeared on Henrik’s finely chiseled face as his eyes locked onto Khloe. He stopped for a moment, then leaned

laced with the

thoughts?” Henrik

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down Khloe’s back as her instincts picked up on the danger

let her guard slip,

was the king of the underworld? Every

flutter in her chest but kept her composure, answering him without delay. “Not at all. I told you, as long as you help me, I’ll

look beneath. He ruffled her hair casually. Khloe let

a brief smile

out. Just then, Khloe’s eyes caught the screen inside the car, showing the chaos unfolding at the Evans family estate. The footage showed the chaos that followed her departure—guests rushing out, Sloane collapsed on the floor, and other scenes of