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.

Karl, I’ll make sure you have enough money to study abroad. No need to worry about expenses—I’ll take care of

this, he tilted his chin upward, his gaze

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

of disdain and mockery, as if she were looking at the biggest fool. “Eric, what makes you think you can tell me what to do? You’re Sloane’s fiancé; don’t forget that! What gives you the right to

generous terms would make her reconsider, maybe even thank him for his “help.” But Khloe’s expression had turned frosty, her face as cold as ice, as though Eric’s words

frustrated, he stared at Khloe

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

is your

drained the last of Khloe’s

How absurd!

actually believe that by acting like he was doing

had no words for

to walk away. As she turned to leave, Eric panicked

stumbled as Eric yanked her, her

forcing her between himself and the wall in