Novel1Chapter 39 Chapter 39: As if drawn by sinvisible force, Eric leaned in, as though to kiss her. Khloe's face darkened with fury. She gritted her teeth and lifted her hand.
With a sharp crack, she slapped Eric hard across the cheek. She put all her force into the slap, leaving a visible mark on his face.
Stunned by the blow, Eric held his face, his eyes flickering between disbelief and seething rage. "Khloe, how dare you slap me!" he bellowed.
"So what if I did? You and Sloane plotted against me, and now you want to humiliate me. Letmake this clear, Eric. I'm not the naive girl I was three years ago. For all the harm you and Sloane caused me, I'll make sure you pay for it a thousand times over." Khloe's voice was strong and steady. Every word cthrough clenched teeth, filled with cold determination. She stood straight and lifted her chin, showing quiet confidence.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHer face had turned cold, and her piercing eyes were as sharp as knives, challenging anyone to hold her stare. Eric finally realized that Khloe's hatred for him was real, and her resolve to seek revenge was unwavering. The realization sent a wave of panic crashing over him, leaving him at a loss.
Khloe didn't bother with Eric anymore. She pulled her hand away from his grip and walked off with steady, determined steps. She didn't glance back once, leaving Eric frozen in place, overwhelmed by shock.
Although his strange behavior left her deeply repulsed, Khloe remained focused on her intention to visit her mother.
Although her mother's eyes were still shut, her face looked much healthier than when she had been here the last time. It was clear her mother had been receiving excellent care, and this brought her a measure of relief.
Moving quietly, she made her way to the bedside, her gaze falling on her mother, peacefully resting in the bed. She sat down beside her, and the tenderness and heartache in her eyes were impossible to hide. Gently, she took her mother's hand in hers and whispered, "Mom, I'm here. It's been so long, and so much has happened. I'm just so exhausted." Her eyes turned red, tears threatening to spill, while her voice carried the faint tremor of long-suppressed grievances.
galhosts exclusive updates The crushing helplessness she endured in prison, followed by the chaos of her life after gaining freedom, had been too much to bear. Khloe had always been strong, like a phoenix rising from its ashes. But she couldn't avoid feeling pain or being tired. Now, in the presence of her mother, Khloe let her guard down completely. Her tears flowed freely, releasing the grief she had kept locked away for so long.
Suddenly, she felt a gentle, comforting hand rest on her head.
Startled, Khloe's body jolted slightly as she lifted her gaze. Laura Cohen, her mother, slowly opened her eyes and reached out to smooth Khloe's hair.
Her eyes radiated warmth and understanding. Despite the frailty caused by her illness, her smile exuded a quiet, reassuring strength.
"Khloe..." Though Laura's voice was raspy, it was rich with love and worry for her daughter.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmKhloe broke down completely, her tears flowing uncontrollably as she collapsed into her mother's embrace, sobbing like a wounded child seeking comfort.
It took stime, but Khloe finally managed to calm herself. Sniffling, she wiped her eyes with the sleeve of her shirt and attempted a weak smile at her mother.
"Mom, there's been so much going on lately. I need to tell you everything, tell bit by bit:" Her voide trembled with emotion, but she started to share her emoHer story, each word coming slowly.
She told her mother everything in full detail, leaving out only the pan about the fake engagement to Henrik.
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