The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 582:

“Still upset?” she whispered.

Nate lowered his head slightly, his cool breath mingling with hers.

“I’m just wondering when you’ll trust me more,” he responded, his tone dejected.

He knew she would rather face danger alone than ask for his help right away.

“I do trust you,” Corrine asserted, breaking free from Nate’s embrace. She propped herself up on her hands and looked down at him. Her brow furrowed slightly, as if deep in thought.

In truth, Corrine rarely let anyone into her life, but Nate was an exception. She hadn’t expected this strong, assertive man to burst into her world and bring a warmth she never knew she needed.

“It’s just that, over the years, I’ve gotten used to relying only on myself,” she explained softly.

taken in by the Ford family as a child, Corrine had spent a long time finding her footing. Every day

past. Being abandoned by the Holland family at such a young age had taught her to stand on her own two feet rather than depend on others. Even when others showed her

a

time today,” she added after a long pause, struggling to find the right

arms around her again and gently

girlfriend is in danger, it’s the boyfriend’s job to be there.” His deep voice carried

Corrine said, her tone

never owed me anything, so

looked into her beautiful,

to,” he said,

her cheek and kissed her lips. His breath was gentle yet commanding, surrounding Corrine

of her nightgown lifted under his exploring hand, making her skin tingle. His kisses moved lower, and after a while, he rested his forehead against

a deep, magnetic voice, his eyes smoldering

heart tumultuous. Although they had shared a bed several times, their relationship had remained unconsummated. Nate always respected her boundaries, putting her comfort first, and