The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 246 Costing Them Both Reputation And...

Corrine's message read, "I've got plans with friends tonight. Let's reschedule."

Nate's jaw tightened as the message illuminated his phone screen.

The conference room's warmth evaporated in an instant, leaving behind a glacial stillness.

The executive's voice wavered through his presentation, his confidence crumbling as he sensed Nate's cold aura. Perspiration dotted his forehead as he stumbled through his words, his limbs betraying his mounting anxiety.

Relief washed over him as he concluded, only to falter when he noticed Nate remaining silent at the table's apex.

Desperation drove the executive's gaze toward Matias, silently imploring for intervention.

Matias exhaled softly, acknowledging his crucial role in that moment.

"Mr. Hopkins?" he called out with caution.

Nate tucked away his phone, his attention shifting deliberately.noveldrama

A flash of arctic coldness in his gaze sent an involuntary tremor through Matias' frame.

Mastering his apprehension, Matias maintained his composure. "Mr. Hopkins, the .marketing department's report has reached its conclusion."

"Alright." Nate nodded. He then declared, "This meeting is adjourned."

A collective exhale rippled through the room.

Back in his office, Nate reached out to Corrine. "What time shall you finish tonight? I can arrange transportation."

"That's thoughtful of you, but I'll pass," Corrine responded, knowing Karina's penchant

for extended celebrations.

Their revelry would undoubtedly stretch into the late hours.

"Other matters require my attention. I must go."

Ending the call, Corrine surveyed the café scene before her.

The Ashton family's vehicle stood sentinel in the parking lot, their early arrival evident.

A knowing smile graced her features.

So, they'd come early. Clearly, they'd been waiting for a while.

"Hello, Miss Holland." Millard rose, projecting warmth. "The card's access code is six

zeros."

Corrine settled into her seat, her gaze evaluating both Millard and Tracy. "The transfer

documentation?"

"Right here!" Tracy produced the papers with nervous energy. "Your signature will finalize everything."

Corrine examined the documents meticulously before applying her signature. Millard and Tracy exchanged glances of unmistakable relief.

"Miss Holland, having fulfilled your terms, might we proceed with the lawsuit's withdrawal?" Millard ventured cautiously.

Corrine lifted her gaze, her refined features maintaining professional distance. "Indeed."

Tracy barely contained her elation, clutching Millard's hand while harboring growing antipathy toward Corrine.

Their initial plan to humble her had backfired spectacularly, costing them both reputation and resources.

Yet circumstances forced them to swallow their pride.

Bruce, observing from his vehicle, had intended to join Millard, but Clive's call had interrupted his plans.

"Mr. Hayes, what news regarding my inquiry?"

"Mr. Ashton, investigations reveal the surname Seymour attached to your

company's scrutiny," Clive reported.

Bruce's expression darkened. "Seymour?"

The unexpected connection to that family name stirred unease in his thoughts,

Composing himself, Bruce responded, "Mr. Hayes, I assure you, I've maintained distance from the Seymour family."

Despite his unceremonious removal from Fatima Seymour's wedding celebration, Bruce had chosen discretion over confrontation. The possibility of having somehow provoked

their ire puzzled him.

"Mr. Hayes, might there be an error in these findings?" Bruce questioned, uncertainty threading through his words.