Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss - Chapter 463

Chapter 463:

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“Did you see Khloe’s case? Her patient has Wechsler Syndrome—that’s ridiculously challenging,” a young doctor blurted out in astonishment.

“Absolutely. Wechsler Syndrome is a surgeon’s worst nightmare, and with the patient in such bad shape, she’s incredibly unlucky,” another doctor chimed in, shaking his head.

“Honestly, I don’t see how Khloe can make it through this. No matter how skilled she is, the condition of the patient makes it almost impossible,” someone muttered grimly.

Charlotte and Sylvie wore somber expressions as the screen revealed the patient details.

Sylvie gasped, “What’s happening? The case Khloe got is outrageous! That patient with Wechsler Syndrome is in such terrible shape. It’s clearly a setup. Charlotte, we can’t let this slide. We need to object!”

“This might be Conroy’s way of making things difficult for her. Khloe’s earlier performances were too impressive, and he probably doesn’t want her to succeed. Remember, he blocked our solution from hitting the market—it has to be his doing,” Charlotte said, her gaze sharp with anger as she looked at Conroy on stage.

After a moment’s thought, Charlotte quickly typed out a message.

Meanwhile, in a private room on the second floor, Henrik’s phone buzzed. Rhett leaned in to see, a smirk forming on his face as he teased, “Charlotte has really been sticking by Khloe. For someone as distant as her, she’s actually going out of her way to keep you updated on Khloe and even asking for your help. So, what’s the plan? Are you stepping in for Khloe?”

“Khloe has this under control. There’s no need for me to step in,” Henrik said, shaking his head, his eyes cold with determination. “I just need to make sure nothing disrupts her surgery. As for Conroy, I’ll take care of him once this meeting is over.”

Henrik’s frosty presence seemed to lower the temperature in the room, and Rhett couldn’t shake the unsettling feeling that came with the chilling aura of malice Henrik exuded.

Meanwhile, Rhett couldn’t help but feel a twinge of sympathy for Conroy. The man had clearly misjudged the situation. Of all people to provoke, he had chosen Henrik’s woman. Despite Whitney being his aunt, Henrik would show no mercy. It seemed inevitable that, by the end of the day, Conroy would lose his mayoral position.

Below the stage, Eric’s anxiety was evident. “Khloe’s luck seems to have run out. What if she doesn’t make it through?”

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“Ha! You should be more concerned about your own fiancée, Sloane,” Clinton cut in with a mocking laugh. “Khloe’s skills are miles ahead of the others. Even Richard, that so-called expert on stage, might not compare to her. She doesn’t need your worrying, Eric. You don’t even see her true capabilities. Who are you fooling? Pathetic!”

Eric’s cheeks reddened with embarrassment at Clinton’s accusation, and he snapped back angrily, “What do you understand? Khloe is incredibly talented, but she’s spent three years in prison and has only been free for a few months. How could she possibly make up for those lost years in such a brief time? It’s not about doubting her capabilities—I certainly don’t want her to lose heart. But your cutting remarks… what are you really trying to achieve?”

Clinton responded with a scornful laugh, “Don’t pretend your manipulations are invisible. You’re trying to play the hero for Khloe while making sure she doesn’t overshadow Sloane. If I’m correct, Sloane’s involvement today is underpinned by the Watson family’s influence. On one side, you pursue Khloe, and on the other, you leverage your family’s clout to boost Sloane. Your ambitions are quite expansive.”

Eric’s fists tightened in frustration as he struggled to find the right words. Clinton had uncovered part of the truth. Sloane’s appearance today had been fully backed by Eric’s father, Harold, and Eric couldn’t comprehend why his father would take such a step.

Harold had previously encouraged Eric to win Khloe’s heart back. Yet now, he was setting the stage for Sloane to rival Khloe, entangling Eric in a conflicting situation.

At that moment, the surgery was about to begin, drawing everyone’s attention to the three operating rooms. Eric and Clinton ceased their argument and turned their focus to the screen showing the procedure.

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