Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 275

Chapter 275:

After finishing the last stitches, Khloe leaned exhausted against the counter, her eyes fixed on Celeste’s stabilizing condition. A massive weight seemed to lift off her shoulders. Fortunately, Celeste had pulled through.

Three hours had passed. Khloe peeled off her surgical gown and stepped out of the operating room.

Charlotte spotted Khloe emerging, her face a complex swirl of emotions before eventually settling on guilt. “Khloe, I’m glad you didn’t give up. If you had listened to me, Celeste wouldn’t have made it.”

Khloe met Charlotte’s gaze and offered a faint, understanding smile. “I know you were just being careful, Charlotte. But in that moment, giving up wasn’t an option. I couldn’t live with that regret.”

Charlotte nodded, admiration shining in her eyes.

“You’re incredible, Khloe. Your decisiveness and courage—honestly, they put me to shame.”

Celeste still needs care, and her condition is far from certain. I’ll

glint appeared in her

in Khloe’s gaze. This side

with Henrik and headed back to the car. She pressed

seated her on his lap. He raised his

she found herself surrendering to it. She relaxed against him, the tension and fatigue within her slowly

on g al no

if you’re tired,” Henrik’s voice was soft and deep, as soothing as the sound of a cello in her

rare moment of peace and warmth. There were still plenty of tasks ahead, but for the moment,

on Khloe’s temples, his gaze full of tenderness and deep affection.

care of

up, surprised by his offer. She furrowed her brow. “I can handle

though?” Henrik’s gaze darkened for a brief moment, an unreadable emotion flashing across his eyes. His voice softened further, almost coaxing. “You’re furious, aren’t you? That’s exactly why you should let me take care of it.

was taken aback by Henrik’s unexpected approach, yet a part

been pushed to the brink by Deep Blue’s trap, Khloe felt an overwhelming urge to