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.

it all in. It was a simple moment, yet it stirred

him-a sense of warmth, of family,

out, breaking his reverie. She waved him

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

to

a soft smile. “Have a good

side toward the door, Evelyn's smile grew more affectionate, a wistful sigh escaping her lips. "I hope Nate puts in the

Penny smiled knowingly. "With Mr. Hopkins' charm and character, I'm sure Miss

be able to

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

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

heart would take more than just charm-it would

drizzle, the kind that

night air, reaching out her hand to feel the raindrops land softly on

in his pocket, his eyes fixed on her with an unreadable expression. A slight smile tugged at his lips. "How about some coffee?" he

met his,

her composure. A soft smile