The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1376:

His words fell like the softest of rains, each carrying an undercurrent of vulnerability that stirred something deep within her.

“Corrine, please… forgive me,” he repeated, his voice both gentle and desperate.

The way her name slipped from his lips was like a soft melody—simple yet filled with a tenderness that seemed to reach deep into her heart. His repeated apologies were not just words but heartfelt pleas.

Their words were more than just sounds; they were a silent plea for forgiveness, a request to ease the ache between them.

A strange emotion twisted inside Corrine, rising quickly to her throat, leaving her with a bitter, unspoken feeling.

Her silence stretched on, and Nate, sensing her uncertainty, felt unease curl within him.

He tightened his hold around her waist, drawing her closer as if trying to erase the distance between them.

pressed against his grew damp, and Corrine suddenly noticed a

familiar, unsettling scent filled the

shifted. She pulled away from him, eyes wide

the room card, inserted it into the door,

brightness made her squint, but she kept her eyes fixed on

soaked with blood. A quick glance downward revealed crimson stains marring her silk blouse

flashed in her eyes. She stepped closer and quickly pulled at Nate’s shirt to reveal the

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Her eyes burned with concern, yet her lips remained

her pained expression, Nate’s jaw softened and he relaxed, his hand moving to her waist while the other gently cupped her

anymore?” he asked

hands, reached up to hold his, her voice thick with emotion. “If I stay angry… would you think I’m