The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 20

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 20

Chapter 20 Did You Come Here Just To Blame Me

While engrossed in their conversation, Corrine and Karina stopped abruptly upon spotting Bruce and Leah at

the door.

Corrine's warm smile instantly disappeared, replaced by a cold stare. "Leave now!" she commanded.

Leah's response was subtle, her lips trembling slightly as she clutched Bruce's hand tighter, her face clouding

over.

Bruce sensed the chill from Corrine, his brow creasing. He soothed Leah's hand with a gentle touch.

Corrine felt a sharp ache in her heart at the show of affection, as though it had taken her breath away.

Such warmth was unfamiliar to her.

Over three years, Corrine had tirelessly networked with investors to support Bruce, receiving nothing but his

occasional attention in return.

tender side effortlessly with just a single

realized then how profound the gap was between love and mere

said, guiding Leah into the

back to their usual indifferent look. "Did you come here just

Bayside project. desperately needs funding. With the Brooks family pulling out, the project is in jeopardy. Do you realize how critical this is for Ashton

Corrine responded

the Ashton Group's success as her own. Now that she

her face. "And why should Ashton Group's

lives separate. Why this sudden change? Regardless of our personal issues, I will find a way to make it up to you. But

a cherry with a fruit fork, spat out

that was expected of me. But now, when I

Your hypocrisy astounds

weight of company issues, and it's been tough on him," Leah said innocently, her gaze fixed on Corrine. "Ashton Group isn't just a

sacrifice yourself then?"

up in Leah's eyes as she absorbed Corrine's hostile

Bruce,

reproachful look at Corrine. "Why must you be so harsh? Leah's

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