The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1733:

Nate pulled her tightly against him, needing to feel her close. His breath came a little rougher than usual as he asked through gritted teeth, “You came here alone?”

Corrine’s stomach flipped with nervousness, but her lips curled into a teasing smile. “Guess I can’t stop thinking about my fiancé.” Ignoring the frustration in his eyes, she rested her head against his chest.

She inhaled deeply, comforted by his familiar scent.

But Nate noticed something else—a faint trace of blood clinging to her, subtle but unmistakable.

His eyes flicked down to the dagger at her waist. With a sharp motion, he snatched it away and tossed it aside before wrapping an arm firmly around her waist. “Did it ever cross your mind that you might not make it back?”

The truth was, Corrine hadn’t considered the risk. All she wanted was to reach him, no matter the cost.

her tone laced with defiance. “You think those few guys

cupped the back

moment Saul emerged from

froze, completely stunned by the scene unfolding in

surprise at the unexpected kiss quickly melted as she wrapped her arms around Nate’s neck, surrendering to

passion until, breathless, they finally drew apart. Nate traced the corner of her eye with his calloused fingers. “Stay

wanted to assert her independence, the gravity in Nate’s eyes

𝙇ⲁ𝓉𝖊𝓼𝓉 с𝖍ⲁρ𝓉𝗲𝓇𝓈 𝖌𝖆𝗅𝗇𝗈𝖛𝖊𝗅𝘀﹒ⅽ𝗼𝗺

can see your hesitation.” Nate read her thoughts effortlessly. As he gently plucked leaves and grass blades from her tangled hair, he murmured, “I know you’re capable, but this situation is different.

again, reluctance still evident

rhythmic thrum of helicopter blades grew louder overhead. Exchanging swift glances with Saul and Presley, Nate guided Corrine decisively into the dense

became their shield as the thick foliage enveloped them, creating a perfect hiding spot