The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 124

Chapter 124 Wait For Me To Make You My Wife

Nate's eyes held such intensity that Corrine felt herself drowning in their depths.

Though she had never considered herself susceptible to physical attraction, Nate's presence demanded a profound reassessment of her principles.

She found herself questioning why his allure proved so irresistible, time and time again.

Drawing in a steadying breath, she withdrew her hand and declared with unwavering

conviction, "No!"

The determination resonating in her voice cast a shadow of disappointment across Nate's dark eyes. He reached out, pinching her cheek with gentle reproach before rising

to depart.

of his brows and tightening of his jaw-his displeasure

graced her lips. "You're so quick to sulk. Those men outside would treat me with far more consideration than you do. Aren't you

chill in his voice carried an unmistakable

fingers tracing delicate patterns. "Being the Ford family heiress naturally

favors them so greatly!" A smile played at the corners of Nate's mouth,

remained serious.

woman isn't for anyone else to touch!" His voice crystallized like frost,

than feeling intimidated, Corrine found herself enchanted by his possessive declaration. Her heart effervesced with joy,

on her toes and press a kiss to his lips. "Nate,

as he stared at her,

he declared, "Corrine, wait for me to make

froze, all

warmth bloomed in her heart, spreading through her entire being. "Yes!" This, she realized, was