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.

driving. Nate steered with one hand, casting glances at

I have something on my face?" Corrine

"You look really good

an eyebrow,

picked

up, she had discovered new clothes on her

chosen by Evelyn, but it

that Nate either had

eyes twinkled with amusement. "The tags

the

accepted his

had even selected her undergarments caused a warm blush to spread across

cheeks

trouble with your resignation from Ashton Group,

She hadn't thought he'd recall her discussion with Evelyn With a quick smile, she assured, "I'll manage on

Corrine reached for the door handle, but Nate caught

reaction was to pull back, but finding his grip firm,

the ointment regularly," Nate reminded, his grasp