The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 509:

Nate lay down beside her.

Her tense muscles gradually relaxed as she curled into him, seeking his warmth like a trusting cat.

Even this small gesture made his heart melt.

His arm tightened instinctively around her waist as he closed his eyes.

That night, Corrine slept without disturbance.

Morning light revealed Nate’s absence, drawing a slight furrow to her brows.

As she moved to sit up, an unfamiliar sensation on her right middle finger caught her attention.

Her eyes fell to the ring adorning her finger—a platinum band featuring a row of small diamonds.

The design struck a perfect balance between luxury and understated elegance.

This was…

the ring adorning her finger, her breath suspended in her

against her skin, matching the rapid rhythm of

was

cut through

lifted her gaze to meet

with measured steps, one hand

ν𝒆

at the very least, this will serve as a clear message—to keep any wandering admirers at

Her lips parted slightly.

this your

hand, tilting it just enough for the diamond to

you accept

scoff, equal parts exasperation and

You didn’t exactly give me a say in this. I woke up, and—bam! A ring

her into his arms, his embrace firm yet

pressing his lips

knew Corrine had always imagined a proposal filled with magic—something grand, something unforgettable. And he wanted

Zeke’s sudden appearance yesterday had