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.

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

around her waist, enveloping her in the earthy warmth of his

she could hear

you okay?" Nate's deep, smooth

concern.

lightly. "I'm

to pull away, a sharp tug on her scalp

softening as he glanced down at her nestled in his

her neck. Her smooth, porcelain-like skin seemed to glow, its delicate appearance

on my button," he explained, his long fingers working

breath grazed her neck, sending a subtle shiver

ears burned as a flush crept up her neck, and her

calm, almost

about his tone made Corrine pause. Was it just her imagination, or was

what felt like forever, Nate's fingers finally disentangled her hair.

in the same position for so long, Corrine's waist gave

tightened around

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