Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss

Chapter 433:

Clinton mocked, “Unbelievable, Eric! You get one piece of information and suddenly you think you can coerce Khloe into a meal. What do you take her for? Don’t listen to him, Khloe. I can assist you too, and our company is sponsoring this medical conference. I have better insights than he does!”

Intrigued, Khloe turned to Clinton and said, “This conference seems more significant than previous ones. As a sponsor, do you know if there’s something special about it?”

Pleased to have Khloe’s attention, Clinton quickly responded, “Khloe, this conference is not just about showcasing the latest medical innovations. It aims to merge resources and establish new industry standards. Many groups are looking to leverage this event to boost their influence in the healthcare sector. There’s also another critical goal.”

Clinton paused for a moment, then glanced at Eric. “But this is something an outsider shouldn’t be hearing.”

Eric’s expression darkened at this exclusion, and he yelled, “Clinton, stop with the cryptic act! What’s so secretive that it can’t be said in front of me?”

Unmoved, Khloe instructed Eric coldly, “Please leave.”

Eric stared at Khloe in disbelief and responded, “You’re kicking me out just because of what he might say? Khloe, have you lost your senses?”

Eric never anticipated that Khloe would not only reject his advances but also be so cold-hearted. He couldn’t accept it, and his handsome face twisted in displeasure.

Khloe’s expression was cold as she met Eric’s gaze. “Eric, I’m here on business, not to reminisce about the past with you. Please leave now and stop bothering me. We have nothing to discuss, and your presence is irritating.”

Eric attempted to protest, but Khloe’s sharp tone and firm demeanor stopped him. “Do not make me say it again, or you will regret it.”

This cold dismissal brought back the humiliating memory of slapping himself at the competition, causing his cheeks to burn with humiliation as he exited reluctantly.

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Watching Eric’s awkward departure, Clinton couldn’t help but smirk. He then turned to Khloe with a warmer expression and said, “Let’s find a quiet spot, and I’ll tell you everything.”

Khloe nodded in agreement as Clinton gestured toward a quieter seating area. As they settled down, a waiter brought them non-alcoholic drinks. Clinton passed Khloe a glass of orange juice and said, “I remember you like this.”

Khloe frowned slightly, perceiving Clinton’s unusual attentiveness. “You do know I’m engaged to your uncle, right?”

“I’m aware…” Clinton’s hand paused, but his intense gaze didn’t waver. “What does it matter? I’m captivated by you, and no title you hold can change that.”

Khloe was caught off guard by Clinton’s sudden and intense confession of love. A flicker of surprise crossed her face as she processed his words. Since her release from prison, Clinton had been helpful to her in a respectful manner, so she hadn’t realized his deeper feelings until now, when he openly revealed them. However, Khloe was already engaged to Henrik, even if their engagement wasn’t genuine. She had no desire to pursue anything further with Clinton. Calmly, she pushed the glass of orange juice back to Clinton. “Considering our situation and my engagement to your uncle, I cannot return your feelings, and honestly, I don’t want to. I’m here just to gather information about the conference, not to get involved in any personal matters.”

Clinton, however, didn’t seem ready to back down. He leaned in closer, his voice dropping to a whisper. “Khloe, I don’t care about societal rules. I’ve seen your strength, your intelligence; you’re unlike any woman I’ve ever known. From the moment I laid eyes on you, I was completely captivated. Do you remember? Three years ago, in Ouiswell, you saved a man caught in a shootout? That man was me. Isn’t this fate?”

Khloe was briefly taken aback, the memory of the event coming back to her. Shootouts were not uncommon in Ouiswell. One day, while picking up medical supplies, Khloe had come across one and helped several wounded people. She hadn’t realized Clinton was one of the people she helped, as she had assisted many that day and didn’t remember him.

But Clinton remembered it clearly. On the edge of death, he saw Khloe in a white dress, walking to him like an angel, stopping his bleeding and tending to his wounds.

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