The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 239 I Would Wait

For You No Matter How...

Exiting the Ford Group headquarters, Corrine immediately noticed the sleek black Rolls. -Royce Phantom waiting at the roadside.

As dusk settled and city lights flickered to life, the car resembled a predatory beast lurking in the shadows.

Even at rest, the vehicle radiated a sense of wild majesty that commanded attention.

Corrine's eyes softened as she acknowledged her driver. "No need for a ride today," she

said.

Clutching her handbag, she swiftly made her way across the street to the waiting

car.

Inside, Nate reclined comfortably. His smile widened subtly as he watched Corrine approach.

He smoothly exited the vehicle, his movements fluid as he stood to his full height under the dim streetlight, his presence overwhelming.

Even in silence, Nate had an air that captured the gaze of passersby.

As soon as Corrine reached him, he leaned down and wrapped her in a warm embrace.

Their hug was simple yet filled with a depth of emotion that spoke volumes.

"Are you done for the day?" Nate murmured, his breath lightly caressing her temple while his hand gently rubbed her back.noveldrama

Within his arms, Corrine nodded. "What brings you here unexpectedly? You usually let

me know ahead of time."

It was unusual for Nate not to call ahead if he planned to pick her up, leading her

stay late at the office today.

"Just driving by, I decided to stop and wait," Nate explained, easing back but keeping one hand on her shoulder. His gaze was tender, sending a wave of affection through

Corrine.

"Had I known you were here, I might have lingered a bit longer," Corrine said with

a playful pout, stifling a smile. “Just to make you wait a bit more..."

At her playful complaint, Nate's grin widened, his eyes crinkling with mirth. He gently tapped her nose, his voice warm and affectionate. "I would wait for you no matter how late it got."

As he held her, he noticed the subtle signs of strain on her face-the slight redness around her eyes and visible tiredness.

His expression grew concerned.

Aware of the rumors circulating online, he understood she might have endured tough moments at work today.

"Why don't you take a quick nap in the car? We have a bit of a drive before we get to the restaurant," Nate suggested, as he smoothly helped her into the vehicle, his arm securing her by the waist.

The day's events, especially a taxing phone call from Millard, had left Corrine feeling drained.

Settled in the car, she rested her head against Nate's shoulder, intertwining her fingers with his, and quickly fell asleep.

Her breathing became soft and rhythmic, filling the space with a soothing sound.

Corrine rested quietly in Nate's arms, her warmth pressing against him. Soft flickers of her lashes hinted at dreams drifting through her mind, while a delicate sheen lingered on her rosy lips.

As she slept, the usual fire in her presence faded, leaving behind a calm, almost ethereal stillness.

The dark shadows under her eyes didn't escape his notice.

With a slight furrow of his brow, Nate quietly took out his phone and typed a message to Moses, saying, "Time to shake up the Ashton family."

Moses, initially startled by the alert, straightened up in his chair. Confused by the content, he turned to Zack. "Which Ashton family are we talking about?"

Zack chuckled lightly, a sly grin spreading across his face. "In Lyhaton, when you say

'Ashton family,' there's only one that truly stands out-the ones behind Ashton Group."