Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 503

Chapter 503:

Her remark wasn’t as innocent as it seemed. It was meant to spark some tension.

“What’s so special about that? She only cares about herself, running ahead and leaving the rest of us struggling!” Giuliana, panting heavily and clutching her knees, shot an accusing glare at Khloe. “This is supposed to be a team effort, not her solo show.”

Khloe rose to her feet and brushed off her clothes with quiet composure. She cast a chilly, disinterested glance at Giuliana before turning away, her posture confident as she dismissed the outburst entirely.

Giuliana’s temper flared, and she was about to curse when a tall figure stepped out from behind the tree. Henrik’s calm but commanding gaze landed on her. “If you’ve got the energy to complain, then it seems the hike wasn’t tough enough for you. Skip the rest—start building your shelter immediately.”

Giuliana’s face drained of color. She opened her mouth to protest, but Henrik’s frosty stare stopped her cold. It felt like a predator’s eyes were locked on her, leaving her knees trembling.

spot to set up her shelter. Without hesitation, she chose a cluster of trees near the camp’s edge and

found a spot and was about to gather vines and banana leaves, a shadow shot

hand gripped the end of

handsome face, Khloe’s tension eased, and she found herself pressed against his chest, much closer than expected. Her fingers brushed Henrik’s broad chest, and she tilted her head upward, taking in the sharp line of his jaw. With a teasing smile, she asked, “What made you decide to

finger through a strand of her hair, his gaze soft as he looked down at her. With a gentle laugh, he replied, “I thought I’d

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before pushing herself up. “Okay, I’ve got to gather materials for a shelter. You should head back now.” As she started to pull away, Henrik caught her hand once again. A smile played on his lips. “You could

wore a smug smile. “Just a kiss,

out that I’m your fiancée, the media will attack me. And then, how would I

if your skills have gotten any

flashed, and without hesitation, she threw a quick punch. Her hand was nearly about to land when Henrik opened his palm, catching her

you keep this up,” Khloe shot Henrik a fierce look, her tone filled with determination. When he saw the seriousness in her eyes, he quickly let go. Khloe grabbed the banana leaves from Henrik and turned