Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 118

Chapter 118:

Henrik found her hesitant yet defiant stance amusing, though he gave no sign of it.

The crocodile remained completely still, its cold, unyielding skin making Khloe both nervous and oddly excited.

Then, the crocodile moved its head ever so slightly, and Khloe, startled, jumped back, landing right in Henrik’s arms.

Wrapped in his arms, she clung to him, feeling an overwhelming sense of safety against his firm, warm chest.

Without thinking, Henrik held her tighter, his arms securely wrapped around her waist.

Henrik tilted his head just enough to glance at the person in his arms. Her hair brushed against his chin, sending a light tickle through him.

he

Henrik’s intense gaze. For a brief moment, it

flushed with a soft pink, her eyes betraying a blend of surprise and embarrassment, a sharp contrast to her usual composed self. This rare vulnerability made her even

a few moments, Khloe collected herself, but when Henrik looked at her again, he noticed her eyes were tinged

and an unexpected wave of anger surged

scooped Khloe up into his

as if feeling wronged, let out a low whimper before retreating into the

right. Let’s leave,” Henrik murmured,

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beneath her. Frustration surged through her as she scolded herself.

noticed her struggle, and his eyes softened with a faint smile. Without a

against his neck, gradually calming as

feel the rhythm of his steady steps

explain, a sudden wave of

administration released an official statement. The widely discussed bullying incident on campus would undergo a full investigation, with the police working alongside the university. They would also