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.

considering the price tag of one

said, peering intently at the

in

“Have you discovered something?”

tiara hides a mystery, one you’ll

certain?” Corrine arched an eyebrow, her gaze intense as she scrutinized

this tiara without good reason,” Nate said, his eyes deep

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

newest

her gloves once more for a final inspection of the

but a headache.” She removed her gloves and casually reached for a glass of

and caressed her hair tenderly, his eyes filled with a hint

may need to leave for

back her disappointment. She set the glass

not sure,”