The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 756:

Much later, Leah lay against his chest, her skin still flushed, her fingers idly tracing patterns over his collarbone. Her eyes shimmered in the dim light, dark and knowing.

“Bruce,” she murmured, her voice soft yet coaxing. “Please, don’t be angry anymore. Don’t shut me out.”

Leah gently pressed her crimson lips against Bruce’s chin, the kiss lingering softly as she whispered, “You have no idea how terrified I am at the thought of losing you.”

“But you should have been honest with me,” Bruce responded, his voice steady but tinged with disappointment.

At these words, Leah breathed a silent sigh of relief.

So, his anger wasn’t because of her ruined reputation, but because of her deception.

both vulnerable and remorseful as she took Bruce’s hand and placed it delicately on her cheek. “I know I shouldn’t have kept things from you, but

his eyes narrowing as

speaking again. “During those three years I wasn’t with you, Corrine was always by your side. You were inseparable, even almost married. I was so afraid. Every time I saw her, envy would eat at me, and dark thoughts would settle in my mind. I know I shouldn’t feel this way about her, and I

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tear-streaked face was

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cupped her face gently, wiping away her

Leah asked, her eyes welling with more tears, her voice

assured her, his tone full

bring up the planned engagement announcement at the upcoming birthday party, but her instincts warned her

her words, tucking them

embrace, she whispered, “Bruce, I know you

the accidental friction sparking a