The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1017:

Most people, even skilled players, would have held back. They would have played below their abilities, allowing him to win or at least forcing a draw to save face.

Corrine did no such thing. She had met his challenge head-on, striking with precision and refusing to soften her edge. She had tried to leave him with no choice but to accept total defeat.

Corrine wasn’t simply acting on impulse or pride. It felt more like she was seeking his recognition through her bold approach.

Ralph leaned back slightly and spoke to the butler with an air of authority. “Since this is Miss Holland’s first visit, make sure she sees the estate. Don’t neglect our guest.”

The butler dipped his head in acknowledgment, a practiced smile on his face. He turned to Corrine and said smoothly, “Miss Holland, if you would come with me.”

Corrine caught the unspoken message. Ralph likely wanted to have a private word with Nate.

exchanging brief farewells, she

knitted together slightly as he watched her go,

word, he glanced at

on the silent cue. Keeping a casual

let out a dry chuckle. “What is it? Do you think she’s walking

than a lion’s den,” Nate said,

at first. Instead, he placed his cup down with

only sound that remained was the gentle rustling of leaves as the

words carried unmistakable weight. “Marry the girl from the Quinn family, and I won’t stand in the way

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A storm of emotion brewed beneath his controlled exterior.

Nate’s voice remained light, his words carried the weight of an unshakable decision.