Chapter 87


Chapter 87:

Khloe flushed slightly, feeling a bit awkward at being patted and praised, as though she were a little kid being

Humored, yet strangely comforted, Khloe couldn’t help but feel a sense of security in the moment. Henrik, noticing her response, inquired, “You’ve got classes at Zhecrora University, right?”

“Yes,” Khloe confirmed, unfazed by his knowledge. It was only natural for someone like him to have access to information that others wouldn’t.

“Rhett teaches there, so he’ll keep an eye on you,” Henrik said with a casual shrug.

“Rhett? Isn’t he the CEO of Evergreen Capital?” Khloe asked, her curiosity piqued.

It struck her as strange how Henrik’s subordinates were so multi-talented. Despite Evergreen Capital’s success, Rhett still had the time and energy to teach at Zhecrora University.

something he manages to keep attention away from his real interests. He doesn’t deal with investments

starting

explained a lot. She had always thought that Rhett didn’t have the usual cutthroat businessman vibe but instead carried a more academic,

so, it was hard to picture how Rhett ended up working with Henrik. Khloe wondered how

Rhett had clearly chosen to keep his relationship with Henrik private, Khloe decided not to pry. Some

her thoughts, Henrik abruptly scooped her

and legs around him, holding on tightly as though seeking reassurance. “What do you

favorite stories are on

restless all night again,”

then reached for the aromatherapy diffuser on the nightstand and turned it on. Soft, pale blue

gradually deepened as the smoke rose. It reminded her of a garden in full bloom, sweet and captivating. The aroma carried the grounding warmth of sandalwood, the fresh scent of jasmine, and a touch of an unfamiliar herb, creating a

tension in

It smelled wonderful.

in appreciation as she looked at Henrik, her hand resting on his thigh. “Where did you get this? I’d love to have some,” she asked, her hand inching a little too

her hand in his, his voice low and hushed. “I made it myself. If you’d like, I can make more for

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