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?

gambling table, Mandy glanced toward Room No.

off, catching himself before finishing his thought. With Nate in the

out was her unwavering composure—enough to

hope luck favors her

a subtle shift in his otherwise composed

always had a knack for

eyebrow.

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

lady, I’ll let you have the first pick,” Jax said casually, one hand resting behind his back.

her lips curving into a courteous smile. “Respecting the elderly is important. Since you have more experience, you

it vanished just as swiftly. His expression smoothed back into impassivity. “If you insist, I