The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 723:

His voice was calm, yet there was an unmistakable edge of arrogance lacing his words.

Jules’ expression instantly shifted, his face hardening as his eyes locked on Hell.

Where once there had been casual indifference, now there was an air of quiet danger, like a predator ready to spring into action.

It was clear now: if Hell uttered one more word, Jules would tear into him without hesitation.

Hell arched an eyebrow, a glint of challenge in his eyes. “Besides,” he continued with a smirk, “taking something that’s not yours always carries an extra thrill.”

A collective breath was drawn in by the crowd.

It was well known that Mr. Martel had a reputation for being unpredictable—generous yet ruthless, with a vengeance that could leave entire lives in ruins.

so openly about coveting someone else’s woman was a rarity, even

relaxed smile

cold, it felt as if they could freeze the very air

ever so slightly, her fingers tightening around the chips in her

clear to her—Mr. Martel had known

been set

she had to get her hands on Luna’s brother’s

the Burgess family to public scandal, her plan to acquire shares

your mind wander with

said, his tone sharp, “Corrine is a rare gem, and using her as leverage doesn’t sit right with me. Instead, how about I

glanced at Jules with an air of indifference, his tone dripping with disdain. “Do you really

dripping with arrogance, carried an unmistakable layer of mockery aimed squarely at

sidelines, Jules might have been a member of the powerful Ford family,

Hell wouldn’t have spared a single