Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 449

Chapter 449:

Following his introductory remarks, Conroy wasted no time getting straight to the main event.

With a confident smile, he glanced at the audience from the stage and announced, “To boost the growth and success of our city’s pharmaceutical industry, I’ve invited a special guest to join us today. Let’s give a warm welcome to the esteemed pharmaceutical expert from Ouiswell, Richard Smith!”

The crowd was utterly shocked by Conroy’s unexpected announcement.

As everyone processed the news, the conference room doors swung open. A vibrant, white-haired elderly man with piercing blue eyes entered, followed by a group of people. Walking closest to Richard was a woman wearing a mask. Though her face was hidden, Khloe instantly knew who she was—Selena.

Selena’s eyes narrowed as they locked onto Khloe’s. Her steps hesitated for a brief moment, but she quickly steadied herself, though a flicker of hostility remained in her gaze.

She leaned towards Richard and murmured something to him. He gave a small nod before turning to look at Khloe.

than Selena’s, giving off a strong sense of authority

without hesitation, showing no fear or

that if she wanted, they could be her allies. Her impressive academic reputation made her certain of that. Selena acted as if she didn’t know Khloe. Seeing how calm and confident Khloe was, a flicker of annoyance passed through her. However, aware of the formal setting, she chose not to confront Khloe and followed Richard past her. As they passed each other, Khloe caught Selena’s spiteful whisper. “Khloe, just wait! Today will be the start of your biggest

though she were staring at something inconsequential. “Looking forward to it. I trust you won’t let me

an angry glare before turning and

out the newest

silent standoff went unnoticed by most, except for Sloane, who

It seemed there was some history between Selena and Khloe,

there was a way to use

all, Sloane always enjoyed making

after Khloe’s recent warning and the painful loss of sixty million, Sloane became more careful. She decided to

crowd, every attendee at the medical conference watched him with

seemed like worshippers

couldn’t wait to step forward, shake Richard’s

recently revealed