The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 58

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Corrine leaned against the window, her gaze tracing the crescent moon half- hidden by wispy clouds. A melancholic shadow crossed her features. "After my return, I investigated thoroughly. All evidence pointed to him."

When she first discovered the Ashton family teetering on financial ruin, she had deliberately approached Bruce, offering assistance. Their relationship had unfolded with calculated precision.

She had developed genuine feelings, but the sentiment was hers alone.

To Bruce, their three-year connection was nothing more than a clinical transaction from beginning to end.

Jules remained silent on the other end of the phone, the quiet stretching

between them.

Finally, Corrine spoke again, her voice resolute. "Let's consider those three years as repayment of a life-saving debt. From this moment forward, I have no connection to him."

After ending the call, Jules sent a stark warning via WhatsApp. "Stay away from Nate Hopkins!"

eyes inadvertently drifted to the rose bouquet adorning the table. Nate's promise echoed in her memory. "Do it your way. No matter what

Jules' warning came

morning, over breakfast, Corrine's phone buzzed with

Karina.

you still sit there

steel. "I'm so mad I could throw something! Leah's twisting the story on social media, making it look like you went after her for no reason. The whole internet is losing its mind! It's trending, Corrine-trending! Her fans are ready to storm

on, had them eating out of her hands—especially after news of her injury surfaced. They were

quick goodbye. over her shoulder to her

got a plan, don't you?" The excitement bubbled up in her voice like a shaken soda can. "I've been itching to see her put in her place. If you're going to handle

a faint smile as

worry."

Corrine's office, her energy

ever.

are you doing here?" Corrine asked, raising an amused eyebrow as she shut the file in

her eyes. gleaming mischievously. "You still haven't told me how you're planning to take down that conniving snake. Ever since you said