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.

unlock Bruce's tender side effortlessly

realized then how profound the gap was between love and mere

with you," Bruce said, guiding Leah into the room with urgency. "Why did the Brooks family suddenly pull

to their usual indifferent look. "Did you come

looked at Corrine. "The Bayside project. desperately needs funding. With the Brooks family pulling

Corrine

time when she had thrown herself into Bruce's ventures, driven by her feelings for him and viewing the Ashton Group's success as her own. Now that she had

face. "And why should Ashton Group's fate matter to

meticulous about keeping our personal and professional lives separate. Why this sudden change? Regardless of our personal issues, I will find a way

cherry with a fruit fork, spat

was expected

scoundrel? Your hypocrisy

innocently, her gaze fixed on Corrine. "Ashton Group isn't just a business to him; it's his life's legacy. Corrine, I understand there are hard feelings, but helping Bruce would mean the world. I would sacrifice anything for

you just sacrifice

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

to Bruce, seeking

Corrine. "Why must you be so harsh? Leah's caught in the middle here. It's me who's haunted by

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