The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1698:

Without even realizing it, Corrine’s lips curved into a faint smile—so subtle it was almost shy, yet so genuine it made her eyes soften.

As if pulled by some invisible thread, Nate lifted his gaze at the exact moment. Their eyes met quietly, like a tide brushing the shore. He offered the smallest of smiles—brief, but undeniably warm. Then, as if by silent agreement, they both looked away.

Corrine’s earlier frustrations melted away in an instant. A feather-light happiness bloomed in her chest as she sank back into her seat and took a sip of the juice in front of her, her spirits lifted like sun-kissed clouds.

And then, the light above her dimmed.

She looked up instinctively—and found Leif standing beside her.

“I’ve got something to take care of,” he said, leaning closer. “If you decide to stay here a bit longer, remember to call me.”

one hand braced on the back of her chair and the other on the edge of the

all unfold with

hadn’t

her hair, there was a tenderness in his touch that spoke volumes, far more than words ever could. “It’s not like this is goodbye. And

small nod. “Let

they left together, one after the other, their quiet departure sent a ripple through

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wouldn’t show up without a motive. He’s here

they act around each other? I’d

the Ford and Astley families are bound by marriage, if they join hands with the Mendozas too, they’d practically have both Lyhaton and Nelting in their pocket—and maybe

this alliance goes through, it’ll be a huge win for the Mendozas. Sure, the heir made a grand return, but those years of absence left a gap in their influence. I doubt the Ford family’s seriously considering