The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 805:

Leah, seething with jealousy and resentment, couldn’t suppress the flare of envy. Corrine’s radiance only amplified her bitterness.

But Leah knew better than to act rashly. This moment had to be seized with patience. Rebuilding her reputation would require careful strategy, not impulsive moves.

Still, seeing Corrine and Nate side by side, Leah couldn’t shake the gnawing question—why did Corrine get all the luck? After all, Nate was such a wealthy and influential figure. What made Corrine worthy of it all?

Nearby, Danna murmured, “Why haven’t I seen this man around Lyhaton before?”

“Have you taken a liking to him, Danna?” the woman next to her teased with a light laugh.

a playful glare. “What nonsense are you

you’ve got a crush on him, just say it. Honestly, I’m intrigued too,” the woman responded, grinning. “He’s not like

Leah, eager to contribute to

voice to a near

for a moment before widening their eyes in shock. The mention of the “Independent

formidable families, it was said that each household held dominion over staggering fortunes, unrivaled technology, and the richest lands on earth. For those who had never set foot there, it was a land of both fascination

romance. For these women, forming

tales

standing before them—Nate Hopkins—was not just anyone. He was from the illustrious Hopkins

in the eager, almost predatory expressions on the women’s faces. A flicker of disdain flashed in her eyes before she quickly concealed it. How desperate. These self-proclaimed noble ladies were practically scrambling over one another,