The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1701:

He turned down Franco’s offer with courtesy, all while quietly cutting through the purpose behind it.

Corrine, while not fully aware of the undercurrents, felt the distinct tension in their exchange. She approached with Nate, taking his arm. “Leif, meet my fiancé, Nate Hopkins.”

Introducing Nate, Corrine softly pulled on his sleeve and murmured, “Leif Mendoza, a dear friend.”

Nate’s expression grew guarded as they were introduced. Their eyes locked, sparking an unspoken challenge. After a brief moment, Leif was the first to extend his hand. “Mr. Hopkins, your reputation precedes you.”

Nate’s response was a tight-lipped smile as he extended his hand in greeting. As they shook hands, there was a subtle but deliberate measure of each other’s grip—a quiet test of strength between them.

mused about the frightening intensity of jealous men. Yet, he

tone. “Corrine speaks often of how you all have cared for her as if she were a sister. Her friends are now my friends too. Should you ever need assistance, please don’t hesitate

his

male friend who stayed near Corrine. But if he were truly that confident, why would he feel the need to caution Leif at

Mr. Hopkins. I must

𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀

gave Corrine a meaningful look before

by Nate’s ruthless tactics. Since he couldn’t lash out in front of Corrine, Nate had used the handshake

help but question how long Corrine could put

Leif had left, Franco briefly observed the dynamics between Corrine and Nate. Sensing Nate’s palpable tension, he chose to extricate himself. “I think I’ll head out now,” he

did you come without warning? Couldn’t