The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 514:

“Then rest your head on my shoulder for a bit,” Nate suggested, his hand soothing her back gently, as one might comfort a distressed child. From the moment Clarissa appeared, Nate had picked up on Corrine’s discomfort. As an outsider to her turmoil, he could only offer his silent support.

Corrine looked up at him, her face serene.

“Just for a bit?” she teased, a playful smile hinting at the corners of her eyes.

“If you prefer, for a lifetime,” Nate responded, his smile broadening.

“No regrets?” Corrine probed.

“None,” Nate declared, drawing her back into his embrace. His deep and lazily sensual voice murmured into her ear, “In this life and beyond, I’m yours.”

Corrine settled against him, a contented smile spreading across her face. She could feel the firm, steady beat of his heart. She had always seen Nate’s presence as a rose blossoming in the barren terrain of her heart. Now, it seemed he was not only the rose that had drawn her to love but also the remedy that soothed her soul.

the opposite private room. Dewey caught a fleeting glimpse of Corrine, causing his brow to crease with uncertainty. Was that Corrine? What

there’s nothing else, we’ll take our leave,” Bruce interrupted

Dewey responded, swiftly masking his surprise with a practiced

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farewell, Dewey

with implications. Bruce’s family background and demeanor stood in stark contrast to those of the idle, pleasure-seeking rich

getting engaged,” she mentioned casually. Hesitating, she added, “I’ve also heard from Miss Burgess that my sister was

darkened

really tarnishing our family

outcomes for Corrine after her departure from the Holland family, Dewey might have

Nicola exchanged a knowing

Let’s head back,”

a grunt, Dewey led

the car, Clarissa broached another

her upcoming birthday