The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 636:

And then, like pieces of a puzzle falling into place, understanding dawned upon her. She had assumed Andromache’s hostility toward the Ford family was personal—an attack directed at her. But now she realized there was something deeper at play.

Without Nate by her side, Corrine found herself disinterested in the scenery and decided to retrace her steps.

Meanwhile, a group of ladies, led by Judie, had gathered at a distance. As Corrine approached, their gazes turned toward her, filled with a mix of curiosity and scrutiny.

Though they were clearly aware of her presence, no one made the effort to speak to her.

It was obvious they were intentionally excluding her.

Corrine ignored their juvenile behavior and welcomed the unexpected solitude.

She found a quiet spot, pulled out her phone, and began browsing.

“What’s the best birthday gift for a boyfriend?” Karina read aloud from over Corrine’s shoulder, her voice flat and emotionless.

Startled, Corrine quickly locked her phone and shot Karina an embarrassed glare.

you so

noticed Corrine’s slightly swollen lips, and a

too engrossed to notice anyone,” she

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: ⲅⱯ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⧸ⅽ𝗼𝗺

realizing

here, help me out,”

is coming up, and I need to find him

a flicker of trouble crossed Corrine’s delicate features. She rested her chin on one hand and idly stirred her

needs nothing,” she muttered with

says he needs nothing?”

“There’s always something missing.”

Corrine asked, her

famously single for years, avoiding romantic ties. Maybe what he’s missing is a bit of tender loving care,” Karina said, her smile

at a loss for

shook her head, realizing she should have known better than to expect

smile, Karina

Have you two…