The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 30

Chapter 30 My Love Doesn't Need A Reason

The warmth of Nate's palm seemed to brand Corrine's skin. She instinctively tried to pull away, but Nate only tightened his grip, anchoring her in place.

"Once bitten, twice shy," he murmured, sensing her tension gradually dissolving. His fingers tentatively lifted her chin, forcing her to meet his gaze. "It's a lesson learned, not a reason to become timid. You can reject me

with all your defenses, but I won't give up on embracing you."

Silence filled the room, punctuated by the urgent rhythm of rain pattering against the tiles.

Each droplet seemed to mirror the chaotic beating of Corrine's heart.

Her eyelashes fluttered before she closed her eyes, a whispered confession escaping her lips. "I... I can't risk

losing myself to love without limits again.

The tremor in her voice betrayed the deep wounds of her past.

During those three years with Bruce, she had defied her family, believing he was her entire future.

She had molded herself to his dreams, her love absolute and unconditional.

had been merciless-a sudden, sharp blade piercing

facade of strength. Yet

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had barely known him. How could she

She couldn't do it.

give love," Nate said, his voice softening, "only to receive it.

at the corners of her eyes. The touch was electric, a jolt

heart pounded in her chest, so

hear it.

it nearly unraveled her. With just a glance, he seemed

her throat dry,

for his anger after

patient, and persistent-a hunter who had set his sights on his

felt utterly unable to resist

"Mr. Hopkins,

women?"

her chin to her temple, his touch featherlight as he tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear. His voice dropped to a whisper, warm and unhurried, grazing her senses like silk. "You're the first woman I've pursued," he admitted. "The

to her cheeks. She cleared her throat, trying to regain some semblance of control. "Then I suppose that makes

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