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.

hand drifted to her hair,

that contemplative

as she wrapped her arms around his waist, settling contentedly

smile so kindly upon me, bringing you into my

Calan’s notorious difficulty. During her previous attempts to secure investment from him for Ashton Group, she had exhausted every possible approach. Later, when Meg fell

had deteriorated into harsh condemnation and unceremonious dismissal. Only Meg’s eventual awakening and

updates live on

conspicuously absent—offering neither support, understanding, nor

and served as her anchor through turbulent times. Such

cradling her head as he bent to press

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

snapping, “Aunt Chelsea, Corrine isn’t a toddler. Is this level of concern

her at the sight of Corrine’s figure in the

momentary comfort evaporated when she noticed Nate’s imposing presence

increasingly urgent. Chelsea couldn’t bear