The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 91

Chapter 91 Satisfied

The rain seemed to materialize from Nate's silent wish, gradually intensifying with each passing moment. Thunderclouds gathered, promising a storm.

Nate raced through the heavy downpour, his clothes quickly becoming saturated. By the time he reached his car, water cascaded down his skin, each droplet a testament to nature's sudden fury. Instructing the driver to activate the air conditioning, Nate settled into the vehicle filled with cool air. As midnight approached, an unsettling sensation crept through his body.

He retrieved a thermometer, its digital display revealing an alarming truth: his temperature had climbed to 101.3 degrees Fahrenheit.

Rising from his bed, Nate gathered the carefully prepared fever and cold medications. With deliberate movements, he tossed them into the toilet, watching them swirl away before flushing. A satisfied smile played across his lips.

The next morning dawned pale and subdued.

The previous night's deluge had transformed the landscape, leaving behind an earthy fragrance of wet grass and freshly dampened soil.

Corrine dressed carefully, preparing to start her day. As she opened her bedroom door, she encountered Tanya in the hallway.

a hint of worry, "Mr. Hopkins was perfectly fine yesterday, but who would have imagined he'd develop a fever overnight? I

crossed Corrine's eyes. "Have you

doctor has already visited," Tanya sighed, "but Mr. Hopkins has never been fond of taking

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lock of hair behind her ear-a subtle gesture masking

volumes. A brief, understanding smile

her fingers

Tanya retreat down the hallway before turning

knocked gently. A low,

Nate not resting as she had expected, but engrossed in

typical black shirt, replaced by a deep blue pajama set

lines of his collarbone, while

it there and go." Nate's initial words