The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 353:

Silently, the blond man found a cozy spot to lazily lean back, masking his evident irritation with a calm facade. The night was supposed to go smoothly, but Nate’s unexpected involvement had disrupted everything.

Eventually, he knew he’d have to confront Nate. A knowing look passed between Samira and the man with the crew cut, both choosing to keep their thoughts to themselves.

At Platinum Apartments, Corrine was seated on the floor, legs crossed, as she scrutinized the tiara before her on the coffee table. Despite its craftsmanship with fine jade and assorted gemstones, it held no unique allure.

Upon ending his call, Nate turned to find Corrine donned in white gloves, giving the tiara a thorough examination. A fleeting softness crossed his face.

“Notice anything unusual?” he asked, approaching Corrine and taking a seat next to her.

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.

tiara represented a financial loss. Especially considering the price tag of

total loss,” Nate said, peering

in

“Have you discovered something?”

“This tiara hides a mystery, one you’ll need to

an eyebrow, her gaze intense

after this tiara without good reason,” Nate said, his

to get back at Nate, but also out of anger for his

newest

donned her gloves once more for a final inspection of the

nothing but a headache.” She removed her gloves and casually reached for a glass of water on the

her hair tenderly, his eyes filled with a

leave for a

back her disappointment. She set the

sure,” Nate