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.

Leah seemed to unlock Bruce's tender side

the gap was

Leah into the room with urgency. "Why did the Brooks family suddenly

up, Corrine's eyes went back to their usual indifferent look. "Did you

he looked at Corrine. "The Bayside project. desperately needs funding. With the Brooks family pulling out, the project is in jeopardy. Do you realize how critical this

Corrine

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

why should Ashton

Regardless of our personal issues, I will find a way to make it up to you. But using the company as leverage for revenge? How is that any different from being an opportunistic

a cherry with a fruit fork, spat out the

and that was expected of me. But now, when I distance myself,

Your

been buried under the 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 business to him; it's his life's legacy. Corrine, I

you just sacrifice yourself

Leah's eyes as she absorbed Corrine's hostile words,

to Bruce,

her, casting a reproachful look at Corrine. "Why must you be so harsh? Leah's caught in the

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