The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1013:

Something flashed in them—subtle, almost imperceptible admiration. Standing poised at the foot of the staircase, Corrine exuded a quiet allure. The halter-neck dress she wore hugged her form gracefully, its neckline accentuating the delicate curve of her collarbone.

Her beauty was not fragile or doll-like, but striking—bold, untamed, and fiercely independent.

The Independent Continent had no shortage of beautiful women, yet few carried the raw magnetism she did.

His stare didn’t rattle her. Instead, she met it head-on.

With languid grace, she descended the steps, her fingertips grazing the polished wood of the railing—smooth, fluid, like a Persian cat gliding across silk.

Hearing her approach, Nate turned his head slightly. The cold detachment in his expression melted into a rare, gentle smile. “Awake?”

as

hesitation, she placed her hand in his palm, allowing him to guide her to the seat

is Herbert Burton,” Nate introduced

to the illustrious Burton family, a name synonymous with power and prestige. But more than just an influential figure, he

smiled. “Corrine Holland.” Burton… Could there be a connection

the thought crossed her mind, Herbert’s voice broke the moment. “Pleasure to

night? Hey,

flickered with intrigue at Moses’

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as he turned to Nate. “Are you sure

glass of warm water and handed it to Corrine. “I never make choices

and chuckled. “Perhaps. But the real question is—will others