The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 451:

Nate’s voice remained impassive.

“Then perhaps you should kneel and apologize properly.”

Rolf’s fingers twitched. His position as a company manager, his reputation among the powerful guests in attendance—none of that would survive if he kneeled before a woman. He would be the laughingstock of Lyhaton, perhaps even Pinetree City.

Calan stood frozen. There was no easy way out. If Rolf refused, Nate’s anger would only escalate. But if Rolf submitted, the Archer family’s dignity would be crushed underfoot.

Corrine, sensing the silent battle waging in the room, reached out and tugged gently at Nate’s sleeve. Then, she turned toward Calan, her voice calm but unwavering.

“I accept Rolf’s apology. Calan, I hope you do not blame me for causing this disturbance.”

Calan exhaled, his rigid stance easing slightly. He gave her a grateful nod.

kind. I sincerely apologize on behalf of

into a gentle

and I are friends. There is

After she exchanged a few polite words with Calan, Nate slid an arm around Corrine’s waist and guided her out of the banquet hall. As they disappeared through the doors, Calan discreetly dabbed the cold sweat

not stepped in, tonight could

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Nate tightened his grip on Corrine’s waist, his voice laced with

and yet, at the crucial

her body softening against his. She playfully grabbed his hand, her

your ultimate goal,

he absorbed Corrine’s words with measured

challenge them so I could mediate and earn Calan’s favor in the

wouldn’t make an enemy over something trivial in front of a crowd. After all, it would serve no purpose in their business world. From the outset, humiliating the Archer family had never been his intention. Rather, he had seized this opening to confront Calan, transforming it

her face, accompanied by a knowing smile that carried subtle