The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 622:

The two old friends exchanged light jabs, their camaraderie clear as they caught up. Meanwhile, Corrine stood quietly off to the side, a nagging feeling in her gut that there was more going on with this gathering than met the eye.

“Corrine, don’t just stand there. Go inside and join the crowd. There are plenty of promising young men here today.” Quentin grinned, urging her on.

With Carl’s encouragement, Corrine gathered her courage and stepped forward, making her way inside the estate.

It was well-known among the city’s elite that the Ford family had a young lady who bore a different surname, but the mystery surrounding her was as thick as fog. No one knew her name, nor had anyone ever glimpsed her face. For years, Carl had kept her hidden away, treating her with the utmost care, as though she were a rare jewel that no one was allowed to admire. His overprotection only deepened the intrigue, fueling whispers and speculations.

Now, with rumors circulating that the young lady might make an appearance at this business event, the crowd buzzed with anticipation, their eyes eagerly searching for the mysterious woman.

“She’s already this late. Does she think she’s too good to show up?” a voice mocked, cutting through the murmurs.

all, she’s not a true Ford. No matter how much her maternal family may coddle

would Carl keep her hidden all these years?” came yet

She raised her gaze, her eyes narrowing as she recognized the last speaker—a member of

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exclusive event organized by the Chamber of Commerce, a gathering for only the most influential members of the city’s four major families, with no room for outsiders. Yet, those

her invitation in just such a manner. Before the conversation could continue, Karina interjected sharply, her voice cutting through the murmurs, “If someone like you, with

a smile that failed to

those who aren’t born into legitimacy.” Her words, seemingly

then her gaze flickered to the entrance, her eyes widening in recognition. She froze for

reached Corrine and, with a low

a brow slightly, her lips curling into a faint