The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 355:

“Please, put that down!”

Jules laughed off her anxiety.

“Is that really necessary? It’s hardly a relic.” He observed as Corrine carefully placed the tiara back into its case.

“I heard the news that last night, a wealthy idiot paid billions for a tiara replica. I didn’t expect you to be that rich fool.”

Corrine was at a loss for words.

“Be straight with me. Is there a hidden treasure map inside?” Jules asked, his curiosity piqued. He was well aware that Corrine wouldn’t make a losing bet. Given the huge sum she’d spent on the tiara, Jules suspected it harbored some secret value.

Corrine took a large bite of an egg tart and responded with a flat, “No comment.”

Jules didn’t push further. Instead, he sighed casually.

“Well, about that matter you wanted me to look into…”

was

“What have you uncovered?”

his eyebrow,

“No comment.”

her seemingly delicate demeanor, Jules was aware of her cunning nature. He

timeline of the entire incident and came across some leads. Remember the widely publicized shootout in Forestvale five years ago? That night, a group appeared, apparently searching for someone. They intended to ensnare their quarry in a trap, but their plans backfired disastrously. I’m convinced the individual who rescued you that night

then?” Corrine’s brow creased

even found these leads. My laptop got hacked just because I looked into

“I see,” Corrine responded.

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Jules’ face as he nearly jumped from his seat. Suddenly, another knock echoed at the apartment

up, Corrine walked over and

she quickly opened the door and

“Jacob, please, come inside.”

morning, Miss Holland,” Jacob offered his greetings with respect. Catching sight

“Morning, Mr. Ford.”

Jacob,” Jules said