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.

just as Dewey and his group stepped out from the opposite private room. Dewey caught a fleeting glimpse of Corrine, causing his brow to crease with uncertainty. Was that Corrine? What could she be doing here?

take our leave,” Bruce

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Bruce farewell, Dewey turned to his daughter,

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

mentioned casually. Hesitating, she added, “I’ve also heard from Miss Burgess that my sister was involved with Mr. Ashton for a time.” Her words, combined with a fleeting, enigmatic look, left room

darkened with

our family name!” he burst

going to ruin our reputation!” Had he foreseen such outcomes for Corrine after her departure from the Holland family, Dewey might have preferred leaving her abandoned

exchanged a knowing

late. Let’s head

Dewey led the way

Clarissa broached another subject

mentioned her upcoming birthday party next