The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 857:

Jayden suddenly spoke up, his voice sharp. “What’s going on with the Becker family?”

Corrine paused for a moment, then explained everything. Concerned that her uncles might blame Nate for his actions, she quickly added, “Honestly, even if he hadn’t done what he did, I would’ve. And the Becker family’s losses might go beyond just money.” Her words hung in the air, leaving a heavy silence in the room.

After a long pause, Jayden’s cold voice broke the quiet. “Corrine, cancel the marriage arrangement. Leave Nate.”

“Why?” Corrine asked calmly, her eyes steady and defiant.

Jayden stared at her, not blinking, his voice like ice. “Because you and Nate are worlds apart.”

Corrine let out a soft chuckle. “And what exactly does it mean to be the same kind of people?”

could feel the tension building. He quickly tried to steer the conversation elsewhere. “It’s time for lunch. How about we grab

Jayden’s sharp glare cut him

hand. The weight of his elder

guy; he’s a threat. Being

clearly showed where he

the case, anyone out for revenge against Nate could see her as a pawn. No one could predict the kind of danger she might face. If other members of the Hopkins family also set their sights on Corrine, how long could the Ford family keep her safe? There were no

or wrong? People still can’t agree on it, can they? Isn’t it all just based on personal

??????????

finally spoke in a soft, measured tone. “Have you

privately agreed with Nate to stay out of their relationship, there were still things he needed

Corrine replied with a calm smile, her eyes shining with firm resolve. “Uncle