Pampered By The Ruthless Underground Boss - Chapter 520

Chapter 520:

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Khloe walked back to camp, carrying a collection of branches and plants. She double-checked that nothing flammable was near the fire pit, verified the wind’s direction, and used a fire starter with a magnesium rod to produce smoke.

The smoke worked well to repel mosquitoes while being mild enough not to bother the rest of the group.

As darkness settled over the camp, everyone began to settle in for the night. Khloe climbed into her hammock, adjusted the makeshift banana-leaf curtain for privacy, and opened the small box Henrik had given her.

The dim light revealed a ring inside, and Khloe’s heart skipped a beat.

Its presence was unexpected, given the weight such a gesture carried. Startled, she snapped the lid shut almost immediately. Rings held a deep, symbolic meaning, and Henrik wasn’t the type to give one lightly. What could this ring signify? Surely, it wasn’t just a simple gift.

Curiosity got the better of her, and she carefully lifted the ring out.

Made of stunning purple jade, the ring was subtle and designed for effortless wear.

A smile appeared on her face as she studied the ring closely.

She noticed tiny, almost invisible ridges on either side. Pressing one gently, she watched as a hidden needle sprang out, catching the light with an icy gleam. In that moment, Khloe detected the faint, sharp smell of anesthetic lingering in the air.

If the needle were to pierce someone, the drug inside could render even a tiger unconscious, let alone a human.

It hit her then—Henrik must’ve been worried about the dangers she’d face out there. The ring wasn’t just for show; it had a hidden defense built into it. In a close fight, a single jab from that needle would be enough to take down anyone who posed a threat.

Khloe’s lips curved into a satisfied smile, her eyes sparkling with appreciation. She genuinely admired Henrik’s thoughtfulness in choosing such a practical gift.

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The following morning, the participants of the survival challenge gathered in the open clearing near the camp.

Henrik, acting as the instructor, counted the participants before announcing, “Alright, today marks the start of your wilderness survival challenge. The rules are straightforward. First, aside from the gear and tools provided by the crew, you’re not allowed to bring anything else. Second, your communication devices will only be functional for contacting the crew if you want to withdraw. All other features are disabled, and the crew will be watching you the entire time. Lastly, there are hidden tasks placed by the crew. In addition to surviving, you’ll need to find and complete these tasks. Got it?”

His final words carried a chilling tone.

Khloe raised an eyebrow, catching the underlying message. It was obvious that the first rule was directed at her—after all, she was the only one who had brought extra supplies to the survival show. Someone clearly couldn’t wait to stir up trouble.

Khloe cast a quick glance at Giuliana and her group. As expected, Giuliana locked eyes with her, her gaze dripping with arrogance, as if to say, “Yes, it was me. What are you going to do about it?”

Khloe found the entire thing petty and childish, so she refocused her attention back on Henrik.

Once Henrik confirmed that everyone understood the rules, he added, “The survival challenge will split you into two teams, A and C, by drawing lots. I’ll choose the team leaders, and from that point on, everyone must stick with their team and follow the leader’s plan. Now, let’s draw the lots.”

The assistant director stepped forward with a tube containing the lots, explaining that there were two colors: red for Team A and black for Team C.

Before long, everyone had drawn their lot.

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Message from Noah: Double chapters to make up for last friday dear readers! God loves you, and Noah wishes you all the best! (=◡=) /

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