The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 562:

The moment she stepped outside, her steps faltered. A black Rolls-Royce sat in the parking lot, its sleek frame reflecting the dim glow of the streetlights.

Her heart skipped a beat.

Nate hadn’t left?

He stood beside the vehicle, one hand tucked casually into his pocket. Dressed in a sharp black suit, he radiated effortless, commanding presence. The streetlight cast a soft glow around him, outlining his striking features in a way that made him seem almost unreal.

His eyes were fixed on his phone as he replied to a message, but as if sensing her gaze, he looked up.

The cold detachment in his eyes vanished the moment they met hers, replaced by something softer. A quiet smile tugged at his lips.

Something inside Corrine eased. Maybe it was his presence, or maybe it was instinct, but before she knew it, her feet were moving. Leaving Waldo behind, she walked straight to Nate.

She didn’t speak. Didn’t hesitate. She simply stepped forward and buried herself in his arms.

her shoulders with an ease that made it feel like he’d been waiting for this exact moment. His voice, deep and steady, held a warmth that sent a

“Tired?”

leaned into him, letting his presence

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“Why didn’t you leave?”

dropping her off at the hospital.

tone as calm

head, their eyes meeting in

onto her toes

it ignited a slow burn in Nate like a match striking

waist, tightening his hold as if he

car, Matias sat

leave,” he muttered

lips were slightly swollen, tinged with a delicate shade of red. She leaned against Nate, her breath still uneven,