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.

air thickened with tension as Henrik broke the silence. “You ended up at the police station today and

before replying, “It was just a little trouble, nothing serious. I could handle it on my own,

gaze was steady as he replied, “You didn’t want to bother

possessiveness. Khloe took a sip of her red wine and explained, “Clinton happened to be there;

sensed some intentions. She had allowed Clinton’s involvement on purpose, knowing it would serve her plans to retaliate against the Watson

subtle pressure. “Khloe, I’m not here to

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meeting his gaze, and replied with determination, “I know exactly what

out, gently brushing his fingers through her hair in a soft, reassuring gesture. “I

little. “Don’t worry. I won’t put myself in a

to her cheek, stroking it. “Promise me, when danger

lip, pausing for

then that Henrik gave a small smile. Khloe felt the warmth of his palm against her skin, and her