The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 209

Chapter 209 Rejected His Grandfather's Advice

The downfall of the Ashton family was a direct result of their relentless greed.

They wanted to take advantage of Corrine's connections and wealth, even planning to use her to cover up Bruce and Leah's affair.

Yet, Corrine was no ordinary figure; she was the heiress of the wealthy Ford family, the most influential lineage in Lyhaton.

How could anyone think to manipulate her so easily?

"I'm different from them."

Startled by Nate's sudden declaration, Corrine gazed at him in confusion.

Nate cradled her face, his strong fingers brushing lightly across her lips. "I love you. I ask for nothing in return."

As Corrine blinked rapidly, trying to compose herself, she murmured softly, "I know

that."

"You don't truly understand," Nate replied, "or else, why remain so calm?"

He was hinting that she should display more emotion.

playful glint appeared in Corrine's eyes as she

in the driver's seat, discreetly raised the

their lips met, Nate wrapped an arm around her waist, lifted her onto his lap, and pressed

become so captivated

him to always want more,

had always warned him against falling for anyone, warning him that love could become

choosing instead to embrace

it, he was ready to turn his entire world upside down for her. Nate didn't stop the kiss until

with a rosy tint as Nate's fingers gently clasped the back of her neck, their foreheads close

laughter filled

in confusion, Corrine caught

think I have a better understanding of the story-Helen

an affection that was impossible to put into words, and

she asked, "Isn't there a

just ruin your kingdom?"

is well-prepared to handle the

warm chuckle.

oblivious to the outside world, where the Ashton family faced increasing

especially when an

was evident when the scandal