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?

pulled her arm away from Carl. “You think his actions were too harsh last night? But we can’t afford to be soft if we want to get things done. That’s what you always taught me. I don’t think he did anything wrong. If I were in

Carl replied, his face tight with worry. He gripped her hand firmly, his concern obvious. “Corrine, you need to walk away from him,

she slowly pulled her hand away from

His anger had reached its peak, and there was no mercy

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

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shook uncontrollably.

letting out a frustrated breath before turning away and walking

sigh, he followed Carl out. As they reached the door, Carl gave Leland a knowing glance. Leland caught on right away and slowed his

back to Corrine, concern written all over his face. “Miss Holland, why