The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 915:

The words left both her and Nate at the same time, their voices overlapping. Amusement flickered between them as they exchanged a glance.

Although Nate didn’t mind Corrine’s presence, she had no interest in lingering. Instead, she retreated to the bedroom, stretching out on the bed as she idly scrolled through a mobile game.

Her phone buzzed, breaking the quiet. Natasha’s voice came through, urgent yet composed. “Burgess Group’s stocks are plummeting. Should we proceed?”

“Yes, continue,” Corrine’s tone was as cool as the night air.

The scandal had shattered Leah’s reputation beyond repair. Not even a grand display of charity could salvage it now.

And with Burgess Group’s stocks in freefall, the timing was perfect. Ending the call, Corrine strolled onto the curved balcony, leaning against the smooth railing.

mingling with the crisp moisture

did not turn, already recognizing

behind her, his warmth seeping

back instinctively, her spine meeting the solid comfort of

chin grazing her shoulder.

the guest room adjacent to

idly with the railing.

something teasing. He leaned in, the heat of his breath skimming her temple. “Or are

smile. “Why would I avoid you…” The warmth of his chest pressed more firmly against her back. It was impossible to ignore, just as it was impossible to

your source

His gaze darkened with something playful, something knowing. He shifted forward, wrapping her in his arms. “If you are not avoiding me,

her throat as his lips brushed her ear, his teeth grazing the sensitive skin. A