The Jilted Heiress' Return to the High Life - Chapter 255

Chapter 255:

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“Thank you for looking after me during those three years at the Ashton family’s side,” Corrine interrupted, her voice cold as ice.

“I’ll grant you one request. But after that, there will be no more ties between us.”

She paused, her words sharp and clear.

“As for your request, I suggest you think it through before reaching out again.” With that, she ended the call without another word.

Karina, resting her chin in her hand, watched Corrine with an air of disapproval.

“When are you going to change this habit of refusing to owe anyone anything?”

Corrine released a soft sigh, easing into the chair with an air of resignation.

“Think of this as my last gift to the Ashton family.”

Karina looked at her with a mix of concern and contempt.

“I fear this ‘gift’ might just encourage them to take further advantage of you!” She shook her head.

“I must be frank. Farris uses his seniority as a guise to deceive. He’s well aware of the vile actions of his family yet shamelessly extends an invitation to their celebration. What is he scheming?”

Corrine understood exactly what the Ashton family was up to. She had a hunch that Bruce had tipped off Farris about their encounter at the restaurant earlier.

“Their plan is to use my influence to elevate the Ashton family,” Corrine said, her eyes fluttering open, a knowing smile playing on her lips.

“Do you have a plan for revenge?” Karina, drawn in by Corrine’s mysterious charm, leaned in closer.

“I’d love to hear how you’re going to get back at them.”

With a thoughtful expression, Corrine kept her smile, but her eyes grew sharper.

“Yes, I will help the Ashton family rise.”

Their ability to withstand the consequences, however, would be their own challenge.

Farris’ call interrupted her thoughts, his tone direct.

𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝘁 gⲁ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⫶𝑐𝗼𝗺

“Corrine, make sure you’re on time for the Ashton Group celebration this weekend.”

She had braced herself for this possibility. Still, the confirmation brought a sharp sting of sadness, tightening her grip. Again, she felt sidelined. It appeared that three years of friendship could be so easily overlooked. In a world driven by self-interest, she was always the one easily discarded.

“I respect your choice,” Corrine said, ending the call.

She gathered her thoughts before calling Jules.

“Have you uncovered anything about the matter I asked you to look into?”

“Absolutely, I’m on top of it,” Jules responded.

A grin spread across Corrine’s face.

“Send me the details by email.”

As news of Corrine’s participation in the anniversary event reached Bruce, his parents were promptly updated.

Watching Millard’s overly joyful demeanor, Tracy couldn’t contain her eye roll.

“Do you really need to be this thrilled?”

From her perspective, Corrine gracing the anniversary with her presence was a significant concession from the Ashton family.

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