The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 119

Chapter 119 Like A Man Utterly Captivated

"Hello, Miss Holland." The man leading the group offered a polished smile. "Jeffrey Courtenay, representing Brighton Group.”

"Hello," Corrine replied, her tone calm and measured as she gave a brief nod, gesturing them to have a seat.

Jeffrey took his place directly across from her, his professional demeanor unwavering.

Nate, however, chose a seat at the far end of the table. He lounged with casual elegance, one leg crossed over the other, his elbow propped against the chair's armrest. His long fingers rested lightly against his temple, and though he said nothing, his magnetic presence dominated the room.

Even from across the distance, Corrine was acutely aware of Nate's piercing gaze locked on her.

Clearing her throat softly, she shifted in her chair, willing herself to ignore the distraction and focus entirely on the matter at hand.

The cooperation terms had been roughly outlined during her earlier discussion with Nate, but there had been a significant shift in the agreed-upon share distribution.

Originally, Ford Group was to hold 55%, leaving Brighton Group with 45%. However, the Brighton representatives now demanded a 60% share.

Corrine noticed the alteration and

warning in her gaze. He swallowed his words, reluctantly pulling back, though his displeasure was evident as

this adjustment," Jeffrey said smoothly, his voice measured. "Brighton Group will oversee the design and construction. Once the

marketing campaign."

Group's influence in the media was unparalleled. Even as they expanded into other industries, their advertising capabilities remained a

edge of the paper. "We insist on maintaining an active role in

turned to confer with his colleagues, but his attention drifted toward Nate, who remained seated at the

unflappable detachment and aloofness was watching Corrine with an intensity that bordered on enthralled, his expression far softer than Jeffrey had ever seen-like a man utterly

and decisive. Meanwhile, Jeffrey glanced at Nate, hoping for input, only to

sighed. It seemed impossible to get any guidance

design and construction phases. However, we expect to participate in the later planning stages. Additionally, we'll

proceed with your proposal," Corrine responded, her tone cool

the contracts were signed, Corrine offered a polite smile and extended an invitation. "Mr. Courtenay, if it's convenient for everyone, I've

her smile, tilting his head slightly. "Thank you, Miss Holland, but our company has already made plans. In fact, the reservation was arranged specifically

Corrine instinctively shifted

raised an eyebrow, his expression unreadable save for the faint

a charm as effortless as his, Corrine found herself hesitating before