The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 855:

The inner workings of the Lyhaton Elite Business Meeting had always been kept secret. But this year, Andromache made her appearance. Her bold words at the meal somehow made it into the public eye. It didn’t take much to figure out who was behind it.

“Even if Nate hadn’t stepped in last night, I still wouldn’t have let the Becker family off the hook,” Corrine said firmly.

Carl’s face turned serious at her words. The usual warmth in his eyes was replaced by a rare intensity as he studied her. “Should I congratulate you on your clever move?” he asked.

“You think I was too showy last night, don’t you?” Corrine replied. Now that the subject was out in the open, Carl didn’t hesitate. His voice grew more serious.

“Corrine, you and Nate are nothing alike!” If the events of the previous night had reached his ears, they were bound to have spread to others as well. Given Nate’s status, Corrine’s close connection to him, and the way he defended her so openly—wasn’t that just asking for trouble?

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replied, his face tight with worry. He gripped her hand firmly, his

her gaze on Carl. After a heavy pause, she slowly pulled her

full force. His anger had reached its peak, and there was no mercy in the strike. He had expected Corrine to move out of the way, but instead, she

out through the room. Corrine’s face turned ashen, and sweat trickled down the tip of her nose. Still, she didn’t make

𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝓎 𝗷𝓾𝓼𝓽

hand, still clutching the cane, shook uncontrollably.

carefully before you decide!” he snapped, letting out a frustrated breath before turning

face full of worry. With a resigned sigh, he followed Carl out. As they reached the door, Carl gave

Corrine, concern written all over his face. “Miss