Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 370

Chapter 370:

It was becoming clear that Khloe’s journey toward marrying Henrik wasn’t going to be as effortless as she’d imagined.

A slight frown tugged at Khloe’s brow as she realized that Whitney’s actions weren’t merely antagonistic; they hinted that Whitney might doubt her status as Henrik’s fiancée.

Keeping her composure, Khloe returned a subtle, confident smile, her tone calm and unbothered by Whitney’s sharp stare. “Ms. Dayton, I’m not sure what you’re implying. Henrik is exceptional, far above most men in this world. What woman wouldn’t be drawn to him?”

Whitney’s contempt became even more evident as she fixed Khloe with a cold, scornful look. Her voice dripped with sarcasm. “Above most men? You’re quite the flatterer. I’m sure many would admire his wealth and looks, but you are a brilliant mind who cracked an incredible medical case. Are you truly so superficial? Do you genuinely care for Henrik, or is it just that you’re trying to use him, having just been released from prison and with no family support?”

The moment Whitney’s words hung in the air, the room went completely silent. Tension gripped everyone, like the oppressive stillness before a storm breaks.

stood frozen, their eyes darting between Whitney and Khloe. They were taken aback by Whitney’s bluntness, especially as she exposed Khloe’s secret—her time in prison—a detail few had known about.

Khloe just got out of prison?

it be true? Did Whitney make a slip-up? And isn’t Henrik some kind of powerful figure in the underworld? Would he really be

up with satisfaction as Whitney’s words tarnished Khloe’s reputation—something she had worked hard to rebuild after solving the Jose

pulled on Eric’s sleeve. “Eric, isn’t it too harsh for the chief judge to bring up such a painful issue in front of Khloe? Yes, she made mistakes and went to prison, but she’s served her time. Shouldn’t we step in and support her? This is humiliating for her with

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shot Sloane a surprised glance. “You actually want to help her? This is Whitney Dayton, the chief judge of the competition.

one of gentle reproach. “Please, Ms. Dayton, let’s not bring up the past again. Yes, Khloe made a mistake, and yes, it cost someone their life, but she’s already paid for it. There’s no need to continue making her a target for

validated Whitney’s accusation, even going so far as to confirm that

the already skeptical researchers to eye Khloe with suspicion. After all, it was no

Whitney asked that question. Khloe went to prison for murder, not

managed to latch onto Henrik, this big-time guy. Now she’s running her own biotech lab and used to be in showbiz. Wow, she really knows how to climb the ladder. Seems like character and ability don’t always match up, huh? It’s unfair