Chapter 655:

Inside, nestled against the soft fabric, lay a bracelet studded with an array of colorful gemstones. Under the light, they shimmered with mesmerizing brilliance.

“I came across this and thought it would suit you, so I bought it.” He noticed the slight crease in her brow. Before she could protest, he added in a soft voice, “It’s been a long time since we last saw each other. Consider it a gift—no obligations. Let me put it on for you.”

Corrine hesitated, pressing her lips together.

“Mr. Seymour—”

“Corrine,” he interrupted, his eyes searching hers.

“Must we keep up this formality? You used to call me Hodge, did you not?”

quietly, knowing there was no way out of this. Without another

gemstones glowed even more brilliantly against her skin, the light dancing across them in delicate patterns. Hodge’s lips curved into a soft smile, his gaze lingering on

“It suits you.”

The representatives from the four major

the head of the table, Nate sat with effortless dominance—legs crossed, hands resting lightly on his knee. His presence alone was enough to keep everyone on

family from the Independent Continent decided to extend their influence into Lyhaton, there was little the other

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altogether. The Brighton Group, though seemingly smaller than the Ford Group, held its

equal footing with the Ford empire. In many ways, Nate held the pulse of the local economy in his hands. Yet, instead of addressing the room, he

exchanged wary glances, uncertain of what to expect. Only Quentin seemed unfazed, almost pleased

the

of Hodge staying with Corrine? They would make a

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