The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1100:

Though his tone remained steady, each word sent ripples through her heart, leaving her unsettled.

Ralph’s eyes narrowed slightly at Nate’s declaration. Usually composed, he let a hint of irritation slip through. Turning to Corrine, his expression darkened with a mix of scorn and amusement. “We’ll see if she can actually hold onto that title!”

Becoming the Hopkins family’s matriarch was no simple feat.

Nate casually lifted his coffee cup, his slender fingers wrapped around the porcelain. He took a slow sip, savoring the rich flavor before speaking in an unbothered tone. “That title is hers, and hers alone.”

Ralph’s unease deepened at Nate’s unwavering confidence. He locked eyes with Nate, his stare sharp and unyielding. But his patience ran dry. Without another word, he rose to his feet and stormed out.

Nate watched him go, his face unreadable. Lowering his gaze, he masked whatever thoughts flickered in his eyes.

butler. His voice was low but firm. “Fetch the family records. And

hesitated for a split

returned, carrying a wooden box with careful hands. Ralph wasted no time. He

was why Nate had

his shoulder and stiffened in shock. “Miss Holland’s

family on the Independent Continent—a name had no place in the records

didn’t just break tradition—it was a

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Mr. Nate Hopkins…” The butler hesitated, carefully gauging Ralph’s reaction. His voice held uncertainty. “But he’s always been disciplined and respectful. Why would he do something like this?” The unspoken suggestion was clear—Corrine must have used

gleamed with something unreadable as he looked at the butler. “He’s not the

expression tightened. “Are

his voice tinged with resignation. “Evelyn is pushing me to