The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1094:

Corrine raised an eyebrow, curiosity dancing in her eyes.noveldrama

From the front seat, Mandy spoke up. “Herbert bet ten million on Jax.”

A mischievous glint sparkled in Corrine’s eyes. She turned to Mandy.

“And you? How much did you bet?”

Mandy hesitated, instinctively glancing at Nate.

Seeing no shift in his expression, she admitted softly, “One hundred thousand on Jax.”

Corrine leaned back with a smirk. “Still don’t believe in me, huh?”

“It’s not like that—I…”

Corrine cut her off with a chuckle. “It’s fine. I get it. You think I’m just a spoiled rich girl.”

Hearing this, Mandy felt a twinge of shame. Her perception of Corrine had long since changed. Watching her hold her own among the Red Flame members and seeing her swift, fearless actions at the villa on the island that night had shattered that assumption. She and Saul had analyzed the events of that night. To be honest, if it came down to a fight, Mandy wasn’t sure she could defeat Corrine. Watching Corrine disarm someone so effortlessly—and walk away unscathed—had left an impression.

“I’m tired,” Corrine murmured, stifling a yawn as she nestled against Nate’s shoulder. “Let’s go home.”

The next morning, the sun hung lazily in the sky, its warmth draping the city like a golden blanket. White birds soared above, circling in the endless blue. The world felt peaceful, for now.

Moses and Zack lounged in the garden, chatting casually with Nate.

“So, did Corrine show off her skills last night?” Moses asked eagerly. “I heard Herbert lost two hundred million. Spill the details!”

L𝖆𝑡𝓮𝓼𝓉 с𝗁𝓪ⲣ𝓉𝓮𝗋𝓈 𝗀αⱠn𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀．ⅽ𝑜𝖒

Nate remained stoic. “Ask Herbert.”

Moses groaned, deflating. “If he’d talk, would I have dragged Zack here this early?”

A servant appeared, bowing respectfully. “Sir, Miss Holland is awake.” Nate nodded, setting his cup down as he rose to leave.

He passed Herbert at the entrance of the garden without a word. Watching Nate’s brisk departure, Herbert frowned. “What’s going on?”

Moses followed his gaze, his voice calm. “His beloved is awake.”

Herbert fell silent, his face clouding.

As Herbert sat down, Moses brought up the event at Moonlight Plaza again.

Herbert’s jaw tightened at the reminder of his losses. “Something feels off. Do you think Nate and Corrine tricked me?”

“You can’t say that,” Moses countered. “Corrine is genuinely skilled. If anything, you should blame yourself for not seeing it.”

Herbert clicked his tongue in irritation.

Forcing a smile, Herbert asked, “And what has she done to earn such unwavering support from you?”

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