Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 116

Chapter 116:

Khloe felt confident she could explain if he asked, but his silence unsettled her, leaving her in a state of uncertainty.

The silence stretched on until they arrived home.

By the time they got there, dinner had already been set out by the butler. The white candles flickered in elegant candelabras, casting a soft, warm light over the meal.

Henrik pulled out a chair, his eyes locking onto Khloe as he motioned for her to sit. She walked over without hesitation, taking her seat, and only then did Henrik settle into his own chair beside her.

The butler approached with the wine, but Henrik waved him off, taking the bottle into his own hands. The butler, understanding the unspoken message, nodded and instructed the rest of the staff to leave the room.

Soon, the house was quiet, with only Henrik and Khloe remaining.

broke the silence. “You ended up at the police station today and didn’t think to

apologetic smile before replying, “It was just a little trouble, nothing

want to bother

sip of her red wine and explained, “Clinton happened

hadn’t been planned, the moment Khloe saw Free at the police station, she had sensed some intentions. She had allowed Clinton’s involvement on purpose, knowing it

Khloe. His voice was deep and smooth, yet carried a subtle pressure. “Khloe, I’m not here to

warning her against

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her head slightly, meeting his gaze, and replied with determination,

reached out, gently brushing his fingers through her hair

his touch, and the tension in her body eased just a little. “Don’t worry. I won’t put myself in a situation I can’t get out of,” she said, her voice

to her cheek, stroking it. “Promise me, when danger strikes, you’ll come to

pausing for a moment before

warmth of his palm against her skin, and her heart