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.”

for flattery. Celeste still needs care, and

she spoke, a sharp glint appeared in her eyes. “I’ve got

cold intensity in Khloe’s gaze. This side of

instructions, Khloe left the lab with Henrik and headed back to the car. She

her into his arms and seated her on his lap. He raised

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

what’s next on g al no

tired,” Henrik’s voice was soft and deep, as soothing as the sound

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

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

care of

up, surprised by his offer. She furrowed

worn out, 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

by Henrik’s unexpected approach, yet a part of her found herself

been pushed to the brink by