The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 33

Chapter 33 Keep Her

Emotions Guarded

"How's your hand feeling now?" Evelyn asked gently, pausing to sip her coffee delicately.

Corrine, a bit embarrassed, subtly hid her hand and offered a timid smile. "Oh, it's really just a tiny scratch. Thank you for caring."

“Nate had Matias rush to get some ointment last night. I hardly slept, worrying it was more severe," Evelyn said, placing her cup down with a smile that hinted at more. "It's the first time I've seen Nate so concerned about anyone in many years."

Indeed, it had been ages since Nate had displayed such heartfelt concern.

Upon hearing Evelyn's words, Corrine looked down, her fingers tightening slightly and her lashes fluttering. revealing a surge of emotions.

When Nate came back to the living room, Corrine said she was ready to go.

Aware that Corrine was due at the hospital for her discharge. Evelyn didn't press her to stay longer but instead

urged Nate to ensure Corrine was well cared for.

one hand, casting glances at Corrine now

something on my face?"

soft smile, Nate responded, "You look

eyebrow,

picked out

new clothes on her bed and had dressed without giving

had assumed they were chosen by Evelyn, but it was Nate's

either had a knack for this or he did it

eyes

the right

hesitantly accepted

even selected her undergarments caused

cheeks

into any trouble with your resignation from Ashton Group, just let me know," Nate

thought he'd recall her discussion with Evelyn With a quick

arrived at the hospital, Corrine reached for the door handle,

initial reaction was to pull back, but finding

to apply the ointment regularly," Nate reminded, his