The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 452:

This shift would stem both from Nate’s evident regard for her and from gratitude for her timely intervention.

Corrine’s lips curled upward as she suggested, “I could have invoked the Ford family’s influence.”

“That would only breed resentment,” Nate countered softly.

“Even the Ford family’s considerable influence pales in comparison to genuine willingness.”

Power might compel or entice, but it could never supersede authentic dedication and loyalty.

From the very beginning, Nate had mapped out every possible move, anticipating the best course of action.

Corrine nestled against him, her radiant smile speaking volumes in its silence.

drifted to her hair, his

behind that

she wrapped her arms

upon me, bringing you into

notorious difficulty. During her previous attempts to secure investment from him for Ashton Group, she had exhausted every possible approach. Later, when Meg fell ill, despite Corrine’s immediate response of rushing her to medical

awakening and testimony had cleared her name—no amount of personal explanation would

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had remained conspicuously

approached challenges with analytical calm, provided unwavering support, and served as her anchor through turbulent times. Such stark contrasts in behavior revealed the true nature of

Nate whispered, cradling her head as

shrill ring of a phone. Chelsea, gripped by concern over Corrine’s absence, had begun

her, Callie observed with barely concealed irritation before finally snapping, “Aunt Chelsea, Corrine isn’t a

though relief flooded through her at

she noticed Nate’s imposing

Corrine about this development felt increasingly urgent. Chelsea