The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 273

Chapter 273 The Tiara's Origins

As Corrine faced him, her features remained stoic while she slipped off her gloves. "I feel like I've been misled."

Disappointment was clear in her voice.

She had anticipated the tiara to be an exceptional find.

Yet, it now appeared to her as nothing more than a bad investment.

Growing up in the wealthy Ford family, Corrine was more than just rich-she was a sharp businesswoman who valued real profits.

Without the anticipated value and element of surprise, the tiara represented a financial loss. Especially considering the price tag of one hundred billion.

Although the money wasn't directly hers, the wasted potential still deeply bothered her.

"It's not a total loss,” Nate said, peering intently at the tiara on the table.

Interest flickered in Corrine's eyes. "Have you discovered something?"

With a tender look, Nate laughed softly and responded, "This tiara hides a mystery, one

need to unravel over

certain?" Corrine arched an eyebrow, her gaze

know of him, he wouldn't chase after this tiara

had driven up the price not just to get back at Nate, but also out of anger for his failed attempt

donned her gloves once more for a final inspection of the tiara, yet discovered nothing new. "I've had enough; it's nothing but

a glass of water on the table,

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tenderly, his eyes filled with a hint of sadness. "I may

words, Corrine glanced up, holding back her disappointment. She set the glass

responded. "However, I'll return as soon

gave a nod. "Take care on your

worry." Nate bent down

at

embrace, Corrine leaned into him and gasped

be here waiting

the back of her head, kissed her

waiting downstairs for some

into the car and