The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 86

Chapter 86

Chapter 86 Your Most Devoted Companion

Corrine faltered in her movements. Her fingers hovered over the bottle of antiseptics as her gaze dropped, hiding the storm of emotions swirling beneath the surface.

She took a steadying breath before hastily tidying up the items in front of her, her hands moving faster than usual.

Just as she was about to leave, Nate's arms encircled her waist from behind, pulling her close. He rested his chin lightly on her shoulder, his voice a soft, yet intoxicating whisper. "Corrine, what are you truly afraid of?"

He could feel her hesitation, the uncertainty emanating from her, and it tugged at him.

"I thought I had enough patience, but every time you're near, it feels like I'm being tested," Nate continued, his voice edged with vulnerability. "I'm not sure how much longer I can keep my promise."

He wasn't one to hold back. When he wanted something, he would surely get it.

fast?" Corrine sighed, her words laced with a hint

but his touch was

her voice shaky. "And now I'm supposed to jump into another? That's

back on it right

anyone wary of putting themselves back in its

is to jump into a new relationship quickly," Nate countered, his words filled with a quiet

exhaled. "If I let you pursue me just to forget my last relationship, I'd be using you, Nate. It would cheapen love and dishonor what you

to speak; he simply waited, letting her words settle between them. After a

the cost," she replied, her voice steady, though the truth in

his gaze. "Love is me overcoming every obstacle to make you happy," he murmured,

eyes, a warmth radiating from them

fingers twitched, her breath hitching as she

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