Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 220

Chapter 220:

The need to build a biological laboratory pressed on her mind like never before. Until now, she hadn’t connected Laura’s illness to genetic collapse, but now she was determined to master human genetics and find a cure.

Swallowing her emotions, Khloe shifted the conversation to lighter topics, keeping Laura company until exhaustion claimed her, and she drifted into sleep.

Every passing day, Laura’s life seemed to slip further from her grasp.

Khloe left the hospital, her face etched with quiet but unmistakable anguish.

Back at Henrik’s mansion, Khloe was halfway to the stairs when Henrik caught her hand, stopping her in her tracks.

Startled, she looked up into Henrik’s eyes. His voice was steady, laced with concern. “Khloe, what’s on your mind? If something’s troubling you, tell me. Let me help.”

off guard. Then she forced a smile. “It’s nothing, Henrik. Just give me

of frustration and something deeper flickering in his eyes. “I want to

as clear and unblemished as the night sky, leaving her utterly at a loss

had learned to shoulder her burdens alone, without leaning

was wary of owing him more

eyes. He quickly masked

He reached out and rested his hand against Khloe’s forehead. “Khloe, I know you’re strong. But even the strongest have moments when they need someone. When that time comes, I’ll be

a soothing warmth. His deep, calming voice had an almost magnetic pull, like

tales live

let anyone who harms you go unpunished,” he added,

determination,

into Khloe’s expression, her

and rest,” Henrik cut in smoothly, leaving no room for protest. He wasn’t seeking her rejection—he only wanted

Khloe

room, she lay on the bed, wrapping herself in a cozy blanket that made her feel safe. Her mind kept drifting back to Henrik’s captivating gaze from earlier. It was as if she were about to walk into a trap, but this one didn’t