Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 636:

In Clinton’s mind, her eventual choice seemed inevitable, as if fate conspired to prove him right. But how could he be so blind to reality?

An uneasy tension settled in Khloe’s chest. Her voice, sharp and unyielding, cut through the air. “Clinton, I have no intention of involving myself in the Watson family’s heir selection process. I understand the situation, but it’s entirely unrelated to you. I neither need nor want your support. And as for your feelings—this is the last time I’ll say it—I do not accept them, nor will I ever.”

Clinton, undeterred by her blunt response, met her gaze with unwavering determination. “Khloe, I understand you have reservations. But I’ve told you before—you’re different to me. I can’t just walk away from that.”

A chill settled over Khloe’s features. “You’re entitled to your feelings, but when your actions start interfering with my life, it becomes a problem. And I despise it. I find it repulsive.”

Clinton’s brows knitted tightly, his frustration evident. He leaned forward instinctively, but Khloe recoiled with a decisive step back.

Realizing her withdrawal, he straightened and exhaled deeply. “Fine. If you don’t like it, I’ll tread more carefully. But don’t worry about the heir selection. I have no intention of losing to Eric. Without your help, Eric is nothing.”

remained unmoved, her expression unreadable. She knew Eric far better than Clinton ever

just to be a spectator. There were far more pressing matters on her agenda, none of which Clinton needed to know about. With a brief glance in his direction, Khloe sidestepped Clinton and made her

her surprise, his hand shot out once more, barring

determination flickered in Clinton’s gaze, his voice dropping to a chilling whisper that sent an involuntary shiver down Khloe’s spine. “Khloe, after

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his misguided resolve painted a troubling picture. This was his chance to prove himself, to show Khloe a side of him she couldn’t ignore—a side he believed would make her fall for him at

behind her. “Clinton, no matter how many schemes you try, what isn’t yours

air, as icy as the expression on his face. But when his gaze fell on Khloe, Henrik’s demeanor softened into something protective, almost tender. “Shall we head inside

she let Henrik guide her inside

lingered on the pair ahead, his expression darkening as a malevolent smirk tugged at his lips. Under his breath, he growled, “Henrik, you’re fooling yourself. Khloe doesn’t belong to you. She belongs

he let out a derisive laugh, his voice dripping with mockery. “Clinton, look at yourself. You’re pathetic. Do you honestly believe you can win Khloe’s favor? Stop dreaming. Khloe will never choose you. She’s mine, and there’s nothing

of unease when Khloe mentioned teaching him a lesson. That single comment had filled him with dread, leaving him too afraid to act rashly. Over time, however, her lack of follow-through eased his fears.