FreeGoodNovelChapter 161 Chapter 161: Once Khloe processed this, a brief wave of emptiness washed over her heart, but she also felt a sense of relief. She gave a slight smile and said, "I just got back. I need a shower." Khloe ascended the stairs, and Henrik, once gentle and caring, suddenly changed. His expression darkened into something unreadable.
Was she already pulling away before anything could even begin? He swore he would never let her leave his side. Fiona, noticing Henrik's shift in demeanor, felt a wave of anxiety, fearing that he was truly upset.
"Mr. Watson, Khloe's been deeply hurt in the past, which makes her cautious. With someone like her, patience is key. You mustn't rush her." After watching them for a while, Fiona realized that despite Khloe's detached exterior and laid-back attitude, she wasn't someone to be underestimated.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtKhloe had firm boundaries, and once they were crossed, she acted decisively and ruthlessly. But with Henrik, she was different.
This was the first tHenrik had shown such tenderness and patience toward another woman.
Fiona genuinely feared that these two, who appeared so well-suited, might end up as adversaries because of momentary misunderstandings.
"Don't worry, Fiona," Henrik said, settling into his seat with a glimmer of amusement in his eyes as he glanced upstairs. "When I pursue something, I'm always patient. The moment for her to becmy wife is coming soon." Soon after, Khloe took a bath, slipped into a soft nightgown, and descended the stairs into the dining area, her waist-length hair cascading freely. Her skin appeared smooth, and without makeup, she seemed softer and more delicate.
Henrik ladled soup into a bowl and placed it in front of her. "Go ahead, drink it. It'll do you good." Khloe drank the soup without protest, her cheeks flushing slightly. Her face looked fuller and more vibrant now than when they had first met, and Henrik couldn't help but smile at the sight. After all, she was the prey he had carefully nurtured with his own hands over time.
Read it first on gVlAfter expressing her worries, Khloe felt a sense of relief wash over her, letting go of the tension she had been holding. She found Henrik's words convincing, and trusting him, she accepted his offer, feeling completely content after eating her fill. Leaning against him, she picked up a book to read, gradually growing accustomed to the quiet intimacy between them. Eventually, she drifted off to sleep, and Henrik gently lifted her, carrying her back to the bedroom.
The following morning, Khloe headed to the film stuafter a quick breakfast. As she walked through the building, she felt the eyes of nearly everyone on her, their gazes following her every step.
Khloe, with her composed and elegant aura, arrived outside the office. She pushed the door open and found a woman seated inside.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe woman was dressed in a modest brown outfit, her long hair matching the color of her attire. Her eyes sparkled with a fierce, resilient light.
This was Tess' recommendation for the second female lead role in Peaks of Eternity, a woman named Adele Diaz, who had been brought in for Khloe to evaluate.
Adele's past had been anything but smooth. She had once been a top student at a prestigious art school, a prodigy, but family tragedies forced her to abandon her studies. In search of financial stability, she turned to the entertainment world, where her striking beauty earned her sfame. However, exploitation soon followed, and unable to tolerate it, she fought back, only to be blacklisted and shunned by the industry.
It wasn't until a few days ago, when Khloe stumbled upon a video edited by a blogger showcasing lesser-known, yet beautiful actresses, O that she spotted Adele. In that brief moment, Khloe recognized Adele's potential for the role of Evelyn Powell, the proud young woman and unwavering supporter of the protagonist.
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