The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 705:

As they ate, Nate gently separated the scallions from her bowl, his actions deliberate and thoughtful.

“How does it taste?” he asked, his voice carrying a hint of nerves as his eyes flickered toward her.

Corrine smacked her lips and playfully dabbed at the corner of her mouth.

“Delicious.”

Her small, unintentional gesture of licking her lips stirred something within Nate, his chest tightening, and his gaze darkening in response.

After dinner, Nate effortlessly lifted Corrine and carried her to the bedroom.

She was about to step into the shower when her phone rang, slicing through the quiet atmosphere.

It was Karina.

wedding dress is almost finished. You should come by and have a look when you get a chance.” Karina’s

her, and then continued toward the

by the way,” Karina added, “I heard the triennial fashion competition is being held in Lyhaton this year. Would you

face remained a calm mask,

“Not interested.”

just a pastime for her, a fleeting creative outlet rather than a means

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mild disappointment, though she was far from

never shown an inclination for fame

you go,” Corrine said, her voice warm but

end of the line, Karina chuckled, a lighthearted

I get it. A romantic night

leaving only the soft hum of the quiet evening behind Corrine

its arms when Corrine completed her routine and descended for breakfast. As she ate, her gaze

I borrowed your car later?” Taking full advantage of her recuperation time, she intended to

the ones in the garage,” Nate replied, his