The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 6

Chapter 6 Unwelcome

Shadow

When Corrine fell for Bruce, a man from the wrong side of the tracks, the prestigious Ford family-Corrine's mother's family-vehemently opposed their relationship. Yet Corrine, with her characteristic stubbornness, remained unmoved by their objections. Driven by what she believed to be true love, she severed ties with the Ford family, concealed her identity as Carl Ford's granddaughter, and immersed herself in the complicated world of the Ashton family.

Carl's fury erupted upon discovering her actions. In a calculated move to reclaim his granddaughter, he immediately froze her bank accounts, cutting off her financial lifeline.

The stalemate persisted for three long years.

Throughout this period, the Ford family waited patiently, harboring hope that Corrine would eventually see reason. Now, the news of Bruce's abandonment had struck them like a thunderbolt.

The very notion that someone would dare to reject Carl's granddaughter was inconceivable.

The Ashton family's audacity knew no bounds.

with indignation. The Ashton

at her uncle with tranquil

suggested, his expression softening. "Your grandfather isn't getting any younger, and the company's demands weigh heavily on him. Neither your uncle Waldo nor I harbor any

with affection. "Of course, should you have different aspirations, share them

emotional fortress Corrine had

departure from the Ford family home, her pursuit of an unworthy man, her abandonment of those who truly cherished her. Self-reproach washed over her like

eyes, she managed a tremulous, "Thank

I will look after you." Jayden's gentle hand ruffled

Jayden's departure, Corrine ventured outside, drawn by the

in a knitted sweater, observing Corrine beneath a

innate grace radiated. Her solitary figure beneath the tree drew every

a delicate, innocent beauty but rather a bold,

solitude. She turned, her features instantly hardening at the

been

descended as Corrine's eyes darkened. "Miss Burgess, you appear like an