Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 248

Chapter 248:

Gloria’s cheek was quite firm, a testament to her training as a highly skilled bodyguard. “Really?” Gloria asked in surprise.

“Of course!” Khloe replied.

Gloria nodded, her excitement barely contained as she turned her focus back to the road, steering the car towards the laboratory.

The facility was set for renovations, and Khloe intended to oversee every detail personally.

The moment Khloe stepped out of the car, the rich scent of roses enveloped her, followed by the sudden weight of a large bouquet being pressed into her hands.

The vibrant red petals nearly obscured her view, forcing her to tilt her head upward to glimpse the person behind the gesture. It was Eric!

sparking in her eyes. Standing before her in his crisp, tailored suit, Eric exuded boyish charm, a

no see,” he greeted her,

the surge of emotions swirling within her. She hadn’t expected to see Eric,

are you doing here?” she asked, her voice steady, though her

smile softened, his eyes glinting with warmth as they met hers. “I heard you were opening a biological research lab

then I’ll be going. You and I both

before she could take a step, Eric’s voice cut through the air. “Wait! Your lab’s job postings have been up for weeks, but no one’s applying. Don’t you want

worlds

as her wary eyes locked onto Eric.

gaze and gave a small nod. “Have a meal with me, and

the ordinary. The need to uncover why researchers were avoiding her lab,

don’t even think about

“Calm down. I’m only here

Let’s pick somewhere

a flicker of disappointment crossed Eric’s face, he masked it with a courteous smile. “Whatever