The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1096:

Herbert arched an eyebrow, his attention flickering toward the watch Moses was absently toying with. His expression darkened slightly. “Since when did you develop such terrible taste?”

“It’s a limited edition,” Zack said meaningfully.

As they spoke, Corrine and Nate entered the garden. Throughout the discussion, Corrine had remained largely silent, an observer rather than a participant. Her eyes were lowered, indifferent to the conversation.

Just then, Presley approached, leaned in, and whispered something to Nate. “Sir, news from the Hopkins family home. They’ve arranged a family dinner—and specifically extended an invitation to you and Miss Holland.”

At those words, a subtle shift passed through the group. All eyes turned to Nate. His gaze remained impassive as he gave a curt response.

the silence. “Nate, you’re not seriously considering taking Corrine there, are you?” The Hopkins family estate wasn’t just an ancestral home—it was a battlefield wrapped in silk

threats weren’t eliminated outright—they were dismantled piece by piece, quietly,

this time, suddenly spoke. “And

her posture, a glint of interest flashing in her eyes. “This is the perfect opportunity to make

settled over the group. A flicker of

was the only word that came to mind. Corrine wasn’t just walking into the lion’s den—she was practically waving a

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wasn’t a house of nobles; it was a court of predators. To march in now, without a strategy, was nothing short

his voice low and careful. But Nate cut him off, his tone leaving no room for argument. “If you want to

their minds! The words burned in his throat, but Zack’s hand on his arm stopped him. There was no point