The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 28

Chapter 28 No Ordinary

Woman

Corrine set her fork down gently and said to Evelyn with a polite smile, "I'm currently staying with my grandfather."

"I see. Evelyn nodded, her expression softening with understanding, though a fleeting glimmer of disappointment crossed her features..

She had hoped that by inviting Corrine to stay with her, there might be an opportunity for Nate and Corrine to

grow closer. But with Corrine living with her grandfather, that plan seemed out of reach-for now.

After dinner, Nate led Matias to the study to wrap up some work. When he emerged later, the quiet scene in

the living room caught him off guard.

Corrine was seated next to Evelyn, her posture poised yet relaxed. She listened intently, her smile warm and engaging, as Evelyn spoke. The soft glow from the living room lamp illuminated her features, lending her an almost ethereal presence.

staircase, taking it all in. It was a

of warmth, of family,

Evelyn called out, breaking his reverie. She waved him over

for a walk around? I'm feeling a bit tired, so

gaze shifting to Corrine, silently asking

rose gracefully, offering Evelyn a soft smile. “Have a good

a wistful sigh escaping her lips. "I hope Nate puts

Mr. Hopkins' charm

able to resist

arched subtly, her lips curving into a meaningful smile. "And

experience told her that Corrine was no ordinary woman. Every gesture, every word, spoke of an impeccable

to be easy for Nate, Winning her heart would take more than just charm-it

the kind that painted the world in a

out her hand to feel the

stood a few steps away, one hand in his pocket, his eyes fixed on her with an unreadable expression. A slight smile tugged at his lips. "How about some coffee?"

surprised by the unexpected invitation. Her eyes met his, and for a brief

fingers curled slightly as exhaled, regaining her composure. A soft smile played