The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 431:

Nate noticed Corrine struggling to balance on her tiptoes, so he instinctively bent down, his hand resting naturally on her slender waist. His voice was low, reassuring.

“Take your time. No rush.”

The moment his touch met her skin, she tensed, her breath hitching ever so slightly.

Then, just like that, the tie was done.

Corrine adjusted it with delicate precision, then exhaled a quiet sigh of relief.

“There. All set.”

As she spoke, she attempted to slip out of Nate’s grasp, but he anticipated her movement.

Just as she moved, his arms slid around her waist, pulling her flush against him. His chest pressed against her back, firm and unmistakably warm.

murmured, his voice a low rasp

posture gradually eased. Slowly, she turned to face him, her gaze steady,

who should be apologizing,” she said

me, and I… I haven’t been able to do the same for you. I’m truly sorry…” Her voice wavered, and by the

vulnerability, pulled her closer, his hand tracing soothing circles against her

s . com hosts your favorite

too impatient…

curling slightly against his chest, struggling to contain the tears

“I’m sorry…”

strand of hair from

your apology,” he said, his tone shifting, the ghost of a smirk

slightly, blinking

do

Nate’s chest. His fingers brushed along her jaw before his thumb ghosted over her lips in

take apologies I can

coming here. Or so she