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

her waist, enveloping her in the earthy warmth of

head pressed against Nate's chest, where she could hear the

smooth voice resonated above

concern.

nodded lightly. "I'm

to pull away, a sharp tug on her

his gaze softening as he glanced down at her

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

he explained, his long fingers working carefully

breath grazed her neck, sending a

a flush crept up her neck, and her

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

tone made Corrine pause. Was it just

like forever, Nate's fingers finally disentangled

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

hesitate. His arm tightened around her shoulders, holding

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