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.

as she pulled him close

was sitting in the driver's seat, discreetly

arm around her waist, lifted her onto his lap, and pressed her

had never expected to become

want more, to keep her close and watch over

him against falling for anyone, warning him that love could become

that advice, choosing instead to embrace

down for her. Nate didn't stop the

tint as Nate's fingers gently clasped the back of her neck, their foreheads close enough to share secrets, their noses just grazing

Nate's laughter

confusion, Corrine caught Nate's

with mischief. "I think I have

affection that was impossible to put into words, and the soft smile on his lips made it nearly

she asked, "Isn't there a fear in you that

just ruin your kingdom?"

the chaos

warm chuckle.

their intimate exchange, Nate and Corrine remained oblivious to the outside world, where the Ashton

understanding, especially when an outsider interferes in

when the scandal at the