The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 117

Chapter 117 Some Things Come Naturally

Corrine could vividly recall their first meeting. Nate had left a striking impression as someone dignified and composed-a man of unwavering principle. He seemed untouched by the chaos of ordinary life, as though he existed on a plane above it all.

He was like a celestial being, aloof and untarnished by human desires.

Yet this same man, so seemingly unattainable, had a way of speaking words of affection that dismantled her defenses with ease.

Corrine always prided herself on being rational, but when faced with Nate's unwavering pursuit, his effortless charm, and his piercing gaze, she found herself yielding time and again.

She slowly closed her eyes, willing her thoughts to quiet. She needed to resist the pull of his allure, to remain grounded and composed.

"Is this really your first time being in love?" she finally asked, her voice betraying a flicker of doubt.

Nate arched a brow, his expression unreadable as his dark eyes studied her. A faint smile tugged at his lips. "When a man is with the woman he loves, some things just come naturally."

Her breath hitched at the insinuation, leaving her momentarily speechless. Was he hinting at something deeper?

flicker of unease surfaced, and she tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear, seeking refuge in a safer topic. "Why did you show up at the

the question lingering at the edge of her thoughts. Had

want to do, just do it. I'll stand by you, no matter what." His voice was deep and steady, carrying a

command.

what happened at the

soft, amused chuckle. "What if one day I commit

need to be gentle," Nate replied without missing a beat. His gaze locked onto hers, steady and unwavering. “I'll protect you from any

a fleeting moment, her resolve wavered. No need

her mind, and she couldn't help but wonder if her quick surrender to Nate's pursuit had been born of impulsive recklessness or the sheer

her change of heart hadn't been so unreasonable after

way to touch the most

buzz of her phone interrupted the chaos in

blinked, regaining focus, and answered the

voice burst through the line, laced with anger. "You just left

coolly, her gaze flicking briefly toward Nate, who remained

clearly restraining himself. "Do you know

tone turned sharp, his words pointed. Whoever had crafted the counterfeit had left their mark-each detail, each

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