The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1088:

Although Mandy knew she was nothing but a subordinate, she couldn’t stop herself from interfering. And for once, she allowed her personal instincts to take control. She didn’t want Corrine to take such a reckless risk.

Corrine’s eyes landed on Mandy’s hand on her wrist before a subtle smirk curved her lips. “I thought you’d be the first to enjoy watching me fail.”

Mandy had never been one to mask her feelings—her emotions were always plainly visible. Corrine was well aware that Mandy didn’t like her. That she would intervene, even slightly, came as an unexpected surprise.

Mandy hesitated and pursed her lips. “I…”

“Relax.” Corrine tapped Mandy’s hand lightly before leaning in to whisper, “When you place your bets, make sure to include a share for me.”

Mandy was dumbfounded. Was this woman completely insane? This was Jax Foster they were up against. Where did she find the nerve to think she could win? Did she truly believe that Nate’s support made her untouchable?

strode toward the gambling table, Mandy glanced toward Room No. 1

off, catching himself before finishing his thought. With Nate in the room, he reconsidered his words.

out was her unwavering composure—enough to make people see

favors her

blinked, a subtle shift in his

a knack for

arched an eyebrow. “Oh? Is

looks—some filled with pity, others laced with quiet calculation. Jax was a legend in the stone betting scene, undefeated in every bet he had ever placed. And Corrine? She was an outsider, a novice with no background in the trade. Accepting such a challenge was either bold beyond reason or sheer

first pick,” Jax said casually, one hand resting behind his back. His confidence was unmistakable, bordering

lips curving into a courteous smile. “Respecting the elderly is important. Since you

as swiftly. His expression smoothed back into impassivity. “If