The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 669:

The man before her inclined his head politely. His demeanor was calm, much like Carl’s.

“Miss Holland,” he said smoothly.

“Your grandfather would like to have a word with you.”

A flicker of concern passed through Corrine’s eyes. If her grandfather was calling for her at this hour, it could only mean something important.

“Give me a moment,” she replied. Swiftly, she changed into something more appropriate before following Leland down the dimly lit hallway to Carl’s room.

As they neared the room, a sudden crash echoed from within. The unmistakable sound of shattering porcelain jolted through the air. Corrine glanced at Leland, her brows lifting in silent inquiry. Leland cleared his throat, his expression composed but his tone carefully neutral.

“It’s probably Mr. Jules Ford inside.”

Corrine nodded slightly before stepping forward.

entered, the tension in the room hit her like a tangible force. Jules stood there, his head bowed in submission, while Carl faced

the thick silence, urgency lacing her words. Her eyes locked onto the raised cane, a flicker of unease crossing

voice. His sharp gaze softened—just a fraction—but his

here,” he said

the newest

gently placing a steadying hand

“What’s going on?”

grip on the

him explain it himself!” he

gripped with an authority that sent a chill down his spine. Feeling cornered, he finally admitted to accepting certain “benefits” from Nate. He had assumed

smirk. So that was why Jules had stopped persuading

the sharp crack cutting

with him in private? Are you trying to

as if Carl’s anger was nothing more