The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 335:

“I won’t be long.”

As soon as Corrine exited, Karina’s demeanor shifted. She faced Nate with a grave expression and said, “Mr. Hopkins, my doubts about the depth of your affection for Corrine are strong. From an outside perspective, it’s hard to see the genuineness of this relationship. She was deeply involved with someone for three years; they nearly married. But he left her abruptly. I’m unsure how you captured her affection, but here’s my plea: you’ve chosen to be with her; now be certain you can prevent any harm. Corrine might appear stoic, but she’s profoundly tender-hearted. A hint of kindness from someone, and she’s all in. Her aloof shell merely protects a delicate soul. She conceals her deepest cares beneath a veneer of detachment. Remember, don’t let her trust in you be misguided or taken for granted.”

Listening intently, Nate responded calmly, “I value your insights.”

“Save your thanks,” Karina warned, her tone stern.

“Should you ever bring sorrow to Corrine or harm her, rest assured, I’ll make you deeply regret it.” Just outside, Corrine heard the exchange and felt a sharp pang in her heart. Karina’s words touched the most sensitive parts of her being.

Emotions surged within Corrine, bringing tears to her eyes unexpectedly. Yet, there was also a sense of relief mixed with the sorrow.

Growing up in a troubled environment, Corrine had resigned herself to the notion that love was not meant for her. She had prepared herself for a lifetime of neglect and disappointment. However, Karina’s presence in her life began to shift that bleak outlook. The realization that she had someone like Karina, who genuinely cared, lightened the burden of her past miseries.

entered the room with a gentle smile, saying,

longer than usual, shedding any stiffness of a formal engagement and instead adopting

parking lot. After Karina departed, Corrine and Nate headed to

quite direct; don’t take her

tie, he looked at

is at

“Are you playing peacemaker?”

Corrine laughed lightly.

more concerned you’ll hold

Nate’s smile grew

you be worried about

is there to worry about with

had only seen a slice of Nate’s true character, her intuition assured her he was never one

quite alone.