Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 213

Chapter 213:

Eric’s anger flared up immediately. His pride was wounded not because Khloe was targeting Sloane, but because her words were an insult to his own honor. After all, Sloane was his fiancée. “Khloe, don’t push it!”

But before Eric could finish, Morris banged his fist on the table, his gaze like a sharp blade. “Eric, do you really think you can interrupt when Khloe is speaking? If you want to join Layla in being cast out of the family, go ahead and say it!”

Eric was so shaken by Morris’ scolding that he began to tremble, his face draining of color. He opened his mouth as if to respond, but no words came out, and a sheen of sweat quickly formed on his forehead. He had already shamed himself at Zhecrora University, and if Morris expelled him now, his chances of ever becoming the heir would be gone for good.

Regaining his composure, Eric lowered his head and spoke earnestly. “Grandpa, I was wrong. I should have controlled my actions. Please forgive me.”

Morris furrowed his brow, silent for a moment.

to Khloe, his voice soft. “Khloe, I was wrong. I shouldn’t have spoken to

She looked at Khloe, shaking with uncertainty, and asked hesitantly, “Khloe,

cold, knowing smile spread across Khloe’s lips. “Just stand there and serve

never expected Khloe to make such an audacious demand, treating her no better than a servant. But she didn’t dare defy Khloe or walk away, knowing that leaving would destroy her chances of marrying into the Watson family. After a brief internal battle, Sloane bit her lip, tears welling in her eyes, and silently

on the table, she felt her self-respect slip away. Her heart simmered with resentment, but she kept her emotions buried deep inside. Meanwhile, Khloe observed Sloane, her gaze cold and

faced in prison had been far more brutal. If it weren’t for her medical expertise and unwavering resilience, she wouldn’t have made it out alive. Now free, Khloe was resolute

an impassive expression. To him, Eric deserved this harsh lesson, and Sloane’s humiliation was inconsequential compared to ensuring Khloe, his future daughter-in-law, felt

new journey

his head lowered, saying nothing. In stark contrast, Khloe and Henrik ate with unruffled composure, as though the turmoil around them didn’t exist. This dinner would remain a stain on Sloane’s pride, but deep down,

lounged and chatted leisurely, Sloane stayed by Eric’s side, swallowing her humiliation. She wasn’t even allowed to sit, forced to remain

and said, “Sir, it’s time

a slight nod and added, “Oh, and didn’t Khloe prepare something special for me? She mentioned it would