The Jilted Heiress' Return to the High Life - Chapter 417

Chapter 417:

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Her eyes, still clouded with desire, followed him.

“Where are you going?” Her voice carried a soft glint of innocence, a charm she wasn’t even aware of, and it was impossible to ignore.

Nate’s gaze remained fixed on her, his brow furrowing slightly, veins straining under his skin, as though he was fighting something within.

He sucked in a sharp breath, his voice low and hoarse, “Bathroom.”

Bathroom?

It wasn’t until the sound of water running from the bathroom reached her ears that Corrine finally understood his meaning.

Her face flushed a deeper shade, and she quickly buried her head in the blanket, too embarrassed to look up.

An hour in a freezing shower had shown Nate exactly what courting trouble meant.

When he emerged from the bathroom, his eyes fell on the sleeping Corrine, prompting an involuntary smile and a whispered, “You have a knack for tormenting me.”

Despite his words, affection and indulgence washed over him as he watched her.

He slipped into clean clothes, and then rejoined Corrine on the bed, draping his arm around her and planting a gentle kiss on her forehead.

This tender gesture encapsulated all his feelings of warmth and care. Despite their slow progress, simply sharing this closeness in sleep was a significant stride forward for Nate.

In another part of the house, a maid relayed the events to Evelyn.

“Did they have any disagreement then?”

“No,” the maid responded.

“I did as you asked, staying near the door. I left only after I was sure there was no argument.”

Evelyn’s expression brightened, her joy evident.

“They’re perfectly suited for each other. Just a bit timid, both of them. My little nudge was all they needed. Now, it won’t be long until I’m pampering a great-grandchild.”

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Hearing this, Penny chuckled.

“Mrs. Hopkins, don’t you think we’re moving a bit fast here?”

“What’s too fast about it?” Evelyn replied earnestly.

“I know Nate better than he knows himself. All his talk about duty and respecting Corrine’s wishes is just his fear speaking. Plus, isn’t it normal nowadays for young couples to explore their relationship before marriage? I’m merely safeguarding Corrine’s future.”

Despite herself, Penny sighed, well aware that Evelyn’s anticipation for a great-grandchild was influencing her decisions.

Evelyn glanced at her watch before standing quickly.

“Come on, Penny!”

“Where are we off to?” Penny inquired, her tone laced with bewilderment.

Evelyn shot her a mischievous look.

“Is there any other place we need to be?” Grabbing Penny’s arm, Evelyn hurried out of her room, heading straight for Nate’s quarters.

“Do you think Mr. Hopkins will be displeased?” Penny voiced her concern with a hint of worry.

Unbothered, Evelyn responded confidently, “Displeased? He’ll be singing praises about me after what I’ve done today!” Penny found herself at a loss for words.

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