RedNovelChapter 43 Chapter 43: The air inside felt heavy. Khloe glanced at Henrik and, breaking the quiet, asked, "Where are we going?" Henrik kept his focus on the road, his voice low as he answered, "To an auction." The car pulled up to the venue not long after, and a staff member was waiting to usher them through the exclusive VIP entrance.
As they stepped inside, the person in charge of the auction, a man who seemed eager to please, approached them immediately. His face was adorned with a wide, flattering grin as he said, "Mr. Watson, we're honored to have you here." Henrik gave a brief, barely perceptible nod, his face remaining impassive and distant.
The man escorted them to the most extravagant VIP room. It was exquisitely designed, with plush furnishings and a perfect vantage point of the auction stage, giving them a clear view of every movement and gesture.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtKhloe couldn't help but feel a sense of awe. In her experience, auction houses with such prestigious backgrounds and vast networks didn't usually indulge in flattery. And this one was recognized as one of the finest in the industry.
Yet to her surprise, even the most influential individuals seemed to show Henrik a deep level of respect.
Henrik's position in the world, his influence, and his reach were far beyond anything Khloe had ever imagined. Suddenly, a quiet buzz spread through the crowd at the auction. Khloe glanced up and saw Sloane walking in, her arm linked with Eric's.
Eric was quickly surrounded by people eager to greet him, while Sloane stood proudly by his side, basking in the attention.
When Henrik noticed Khloe looking at them, he turned to look as well, raising an eyebrow. "Seems like the world is smaller than we think, huh?" Khloe let out a soft, amused laugh. "They're my problem, not yours." "Who says otherwise?" Henrik's eyes grew darker.
The tales you love are at gvlnovlsKhloe's heart fluttered at the remark. Eager to avoid continuing this conversation with Henrik, she reached up to massage her neck. "I spent hours practicing my posture for the performance this afternoon. I'm completely drained." Henrik's expression softened with a flicker of concern. Before Khloe could react, his fingers were already on her neck. "Letgive you a massage," he offered.
Surprised, she instinctively pulled away. "There's no need for that. It's inappropriate." Henrik didn't pull back his hand. Instead, he applied just a bit more pressure, his voice soft and coaxing. "Don't move." Khloe turned her head slightly, her eyes meeting Henrik's earnest gaze. It was as though an invisible force had stirred her heart. She stopped pulling away and let Henrik's fingers massage her neck, causing a soothing, tingling feeling to spread through her.
As his strong fingers pressed into such a sensitive spot, Khloe felt a warmth spread through her body, something she hadn't experienced before. Was this her sensitive spot? The realization made Khloe feel a little flustered. Her heart raced, but it also felt strangely comfortable.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHenrik's fingers were warm and steady, each touch smooth and precise. Seeing her so at ease, he couldn't help but smile, his eyes soft with affection. "How's that? Feeling better?"
Khloe gave a quiet hum, her voice so soft it was almost a whisper.
In that moment, the atmosphere between them becmore intimate, as if the air itself had m thickened. Neither of them noticed that the auction had already started. Henrik's hand gradually stopped, but it lingered at the back of her neck for a brief moment.
Khloe's breath quickened as she opened her eyes, locking with Henrik's intense stake. It felt like tNO stopped as they silently stared at each other, their heartbeats clearly heard. In the thick silence, a gasp suddenly cfrom the crowd below.
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