The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 674:

Suppressing the surge of emotion, Corey took a breath and, with barely contained eagerness, asked, “And what did you say?”

“I told her if she’s willing, then so am I,” Leah responded, her gaze drifting casually to her nails.

“She also mentioned she wants me to take over our family’s company soon, to personally train me for it.”

For a moment, Corey’s excitement waned, the sparkle in his eyes dimming. He rubbed his fingers together thoughtfully.

“So, the condition for her to take you as a goddaughter is for you to take the reins of Burgess Group?”

Leah nodded, her tone indifferent as she admired her nails.

“You could say that. But she promised me that with her guidance, the Burgess family could rival the Ashtons.”

That offer was enough to tempt Corey.

felt the weight of their fall more than he did. The thought

would choose to remain a subordinate when they could

moment of quiet contemplation, Corey’s expression

have the appointment letter ready first thing tomorrow

stood up, his steps purposeful as he made his way toward his study

passed Leah, his hand came to rest on her frail shoulder, the

our family’s future rests

met his gaze

I won’t let you

Her lips curved instinctively when she saw the caller

toward the stairs. Without another word, she slipped upstairs, phone in hand, and headed straight for

answered, Bruce’s voice came through,

“Leah.”

“Bruce,” she responded softly.

wasted no time on