Chapter 206 Corrine’s Gentler Side
Nate stepped forward and offered his hand. “Miss Holland, would you care to dine with
me?”
“Sure,” Corrine responded, playfully hesitating as she slipped her hand into his.
Their fingers intertwined tightly.
A smile of mutual understanding crossed their faces.
As they left the private room, Corrine spotted several men in black trailing them
discreetly. Her eyebrows lifted slightly in recognition.
It was clear now that the men from earlier were under Nate’s command.
A surge of warmth filled her, and her lips curved into a soft smile.
Having been independent and strong all her life, Corrine was no stranger to handling
challenges alone, like the ones earlier today. But Nate was there, silently supporting her.
Whether she stood strong or stumbled, Nate was always there for her.
His earlier vow echoed in her thoughts, saying, “Do it your way. No matter what happens, I’ll always have your back.”
Now, she understood that his commitment was not just in words, but in deeds.
With this in mind, Corrine tightened her hold on his hand, gazing intently at Nate.
Nate felt her resolve in the firmness of her grip and turned to meet her gaze.
Their eyes met, and for a moment, everything else faded.
There was a deep, gentle warmth in his eyes, drawing her in, making her feel closer to
him.
Corrine maintained eye contact only briefly before she shyly looked away.
The Ashton family’s celebration ended with unexpected bitterness.
As the Ashton family members filed out of the hall, their faces etched with defeat, they happened to see Corrine and Nate stepping out from a nearby room.
Seeing the couple, the expressions of the Ashton family changed dramatically.
Leah subtly tugged at Bruce’s sleeve, pretending to be confused. “Bruce, isn’t that Miss Holland over there?”
Bruce followed her pointing finger and his eyes settled on Corrine.
The man beside her wore a perfectly fitted suit, standing tall and dignified, exuding a natural elegance. Even from afar, his strong presence was undeniable.
Corrine, even in her high heels, was noticeably shorter than her companion.
Yet, together, they complemented each other well, each enhancing the other’s stature.
That man again!
Bruce pondered if the unexpected arrival of the men in black at the event was also orchestrated by this mysterious figure.
His expression turned cold as he scrutinized them, his brows knitting together:
Hand in hand, Corrine and Nate moved effortlessly through the corridor. A gentle smile
lit her face, glowing like a sun–kissed rose, captivating and radiant.
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Bruce had never seen this side of Corrine before.
He remembered her as distant and decisive, but now she stood beside another man
with a softness that felt both unfamiliar and intriguing.
Discovering this gentler side of her surprised Bruce.
As the Ashton family speculated about Corrine’s relationship with the man, Rita’s
scornful remark shattered the silence. “A slut is still a slut. She breaks my brother’s
heart only to throw herself into the arms of another.”
Despite Rita’s attempt to keep her voice low, her biting words carried through the silent
corridor to Corrine’s ears.
Nate, catching the slight crease of displeasure on Corrine’s brow, sent a discreet look toward Matias.
