The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1607

Chapter 1607:

While they were conversing, Nate drew near.

His eyes met Corrine’s, and although they said nothing, their silent exchange was profound.

Corrine rose from her seat, brushing off her skirt. “It’s getting late. I need to…”

“Sure,” Rachel said.

Once settled in the car, Corrine leaned against Nate’s shoulder, looking weary. “Are the Astleys really unhappy with the marriage?”

During dinner, Franco tried to reassure her, primarily out of deference to Nate, making his assurances somewhat suspect.

Corrine was fully aware of the Astley family’s stature; they certainly didn’t regard the Fords as equals.

the Astleys would not consider an alliance with the Fords. The disparity in their social standings was too vast to overcome quickly; it would take generations

kiss on her forehead, his voice resonating deeply. “At this stage, does anyone’s disapproval

sent. Both families had made their announcements. Things had reached a point where

a decision would tarnish the Ford family’s reputation, and the Astley family couldn’t bear the repercussions

took her hand, reassuring her. “Ultimately, it’s their

individuals involved; its success or failure depends on their combined efforts. It

to smooth things over for the Fords?”

you need anything in Nelting, Franco is your go-to.” He gently brushed a stray hair from her cheek. “He’ll

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conversation heading in this direction,

pause, she inquired, “Does the Independent Continent use

“Have you stumbled upon something

him a photo she had zoomed in on. “These symbols were on the

inspected it closely. “These seem to be ancient scripts from the