Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 38

Chapter 38:

Once breakfast was finished, Khloe got into the car that Fiona had arranged for her.

These days, Henrik’s men shadowed her whenever she left, though they kept their distance, careful not to intrude. At the hospital, just as Khloe was about to step into the ward, someone stepped in front of her.

She looked up to find Eric standing in her way.

His face was set in a stern expression, his voice hard as he said, “Khloe, we need to have a private conversation.”

Khloe’s brow furrowed slightly, her disinterest clear as she had no desire to deal with Eric. However, since they were in a hospital and her mother was still there, she didn’t want to make a scene. Reluctantly, she followed him to a quieter spot.

“Khloe, for your own good, stay away from Karl,” Eric said coldly, his expression full of arrogance.

worry about expenses—I’ll take care of everything. I can even set you

tilted his chin upward, his gaze radiating an

what Eric wanted to say, throwing these offers in her face. It seemed he thought she had

her eyes full of disdain and mockery, as if she were looking at the biggest fool. “Eric, what makes you think you

offering her such generous terms would make her reconsider, maybe even thank him for his “help.” But Khloe’s

stared at Khloe with a

life with that old man, huh? He’s got a family. And with your criminal history, you honestly think he’ll marry you? He’s just playing with you. Wake up, Khloe. If you keep lowering yourself like this, it won’t end well. And if it weren’t for our past, do you honestly think I’d be going to all this trouble after the embarrassment

is your escape

the last

How absurd!

that by acting like he was doing her a favor, she’d

words for such a self-righteous

turning to walk away. As she turned to leave,

stumbled as Eric yanked her, her back crashing into the cold,

moment, Eric stepped closer, forcing her between himself and the