The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1428:

Jules wasn’t entirely cold-hearted—that much she knew. When he was with Corrine, his eyes lit up with genuine warmth. But with Rachel, he wore indifference like armor.

As she drifted through these melancholy thoughts, a cool voice cut through the silence from behind. “Miss Astley.”

Rachel jumped, her heart leaping into her throat. She had believed herself alone in the garden, not expecting another soul to intrude upon her private moment.

Had the person overheard her vulnerable confession?

Panic flashed in her eyes as she turned, but at the sight of Corrine standing there, the weight on her heart suddenly lifted.

She gently patted her chest, releasing a small breath of relief as a faint smile tugged at her lips. “Oh, it’s you.” The fear in her reaction was unmistakable.

approached. “Do you regret the

the smile on Rachel’s face dimmed like a cloud passing over the sun. She lowered

at Rachel, her eyes softening with genuine

to bow their lofty heads when touched by love’s arrow, transforming into creatures of hesitation and

afraid to express your feelings. Taking the initiative isn’t something to be ashamed of. Better to act than to live with the regret of missed opportunities,

Corrine’s. After a thoughtful silence that seemed to stretch between them like delicate silk, she spoke in hushed tones. “Taking initiative is good,

boldness was a dance of charm and sincerity. But to

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greatest fear was that her actions might only push Jules

the saying? Sincerity is the ultimate secret weapon,” Corrine said with quiet conviction. “I believe that if you’re truly sincere, no one will look down on