The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 768:

As they made their way toward the elevator, Corrine unexpectedly came face to face with Nate.

“What brings you here?” she asked, the words slipping out before she could stop herself.

Realizing her mistake a second too late, she mentally sighed. As the owner of Gourmet Spot, Nate had every right to be here.

Nigel, upon spotting Nate, showed a rare moment of surprise. His ever-calm expression wavered, replaced by solemn respect. “Mr. Hopkins.” Nate gave a slight nod, his usual imposing presence subdued. “Mr. Miller.”

Something in Nate’s demeanor made Nigel pause, his curiosity quietly brewing. A man of Nate’s stature rarely acknowledged others with such deference. What did this mean?

Though Nate’s position remained somewhat enigmatic, none in the group were strangers to his influence. His status was not just high—it was untouchable. He was not the kind of man who bothered with pleasantries. Yet here he was, treating Nigel with uncommon respect.

the minds of the onlookers. But Jules, standing among them, understood perfectly. Nate’s regard for Nigel had nothing to do with Nigel himself. It had everything to do with Corrine. Without her,

Nigel. “Mr. Miller, let’s

“Alright,” Nigel nodded.

He then glanced at Jules, his tone

chuckle. “If only it were

with Corrine—without the

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a brow. “What exactly

precious cousin has been taken by an unworthy man. Better not to

before murmuring, “Unworthy? Are

they stepped

Gourmet Spot, another group arrived. Leah, holding onto Bruce’s arm, stepped inside. But as they walked, she suddenly lost her