The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 68

Chapter 68 Rushing Won't Help

In the car, Nate's gaze rested steadily on Corrine.

However, Corrine seemed oblivious. Her head was bent as she scrolled. through her phone. She occasionally tucked a stray strand of hair behind.

her ear.

"Shall we have lunch together tomorrow?" Nate asked, his voice breaking the quiet.

Corrine paused, considering, before offering an apologetic reply. "I can't. I have something very important to take care of tomorrow."

Nate's expression shifted subtly, the realization dawning-she intended to attend the bidding event in the southern district of the city herself.

"Then... another day?" he asked, his brows knitting slightly as he studied

her.

Corrine gave a small nod. "Sure."

Before she could complete her sentence, the car jolted to a sudden, violent

stop.

motion sent Corrine forward, but Nate's arm shot out, wrapping securely around her waist and pulling her firmly into his

her waist, enveloping her in

could hear the

okay?" Nate's deep, smooth voice resonated above her, filled

concern.

lightly. "I'm

pull away, a sharp

his gaze softening as he

his arm, framing her delicate features and revealing the elegant curve of her neck. Her smooth, porcelain-like skin seemed to glow, its delicate appearance tempting his touch. His dark eyes. deepened, his throat tightening

hair got caught on my button," he explained, his long fingers working carefully to free the tangled

breath grazed her neck, sending a

a flush crept up her

was calm, almost deliberate. "This takes patience-rushing won't

Corrine pause. Was it just

fingers finally disentangled her

position for so long, Corrine's waist gave out slightly, and she stumbled back-straight into his

His arm tightened around her shoulders, holding