The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 95

Chapter 95 Never Trouble

After lunch, Nate and Corrine strolled through the garden in peaceful silence.

At the entrance, Nate slowed his pace, pausing just enough to turn slightly toward Corrine and extend his hand with quiet confidence.

Corrine hesitated for a brief moment before pursing her lips and slipping her hand into

his.

His fingers closed around hers instantly, his grasp firm yet warm, creating a connection that felt both protective and intimate.

As they walked side by side, her shorter frame didn't diminish her presence. Instead, their strides harmonized in a way that made them seem perfectly matched.

The air was crisp and cool, washed clean by the previous night's rain, carrying a subtle freshness that brought an unspoken sense of calm.

"Heading back to the office tomorrow?" Nate asked abruptly, his eyes studying her face with quiet intensity.

Corrine tilted her head slightly and replied, "No, I'll need to leave soon."

before she clarified, "There's some

the office later, and a gnawing worry told her he might have uncovered

Nate to her family. Their relationship, though new and promising, had only just begun.

Nate's eyes. "I'll drive you to the office this afternoon,"

protest, concerned for his health, but Nate silenced her gently, placing his

my care and support,

her cheeks, and she cleared her throat softly before responding, “Then I'll

everyone is worth my putting in the effort and time to please, nor do they have the right to demand it," he added,

warmth on her cheeks

playful smile faded

searching his face for reassurance, before answering quietly, "I just feel like I'm not worth

far back as she could remember, people had kept their distance. No one had ever

to mold herself into the version

her feel seen-valued in

it or not isn't your decision to make," Nate said, his gaze steady

sat silently, her eyes fixed on the blur of scenery outside the window. Nate's words played

unworthy of love