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Chapter 271 You're Not Quite Ready Yet
Inside the dimly lit car, their silhouettes melded with the shadows.
Corrine attempted to create distance, but Nate's firm grasp on her wrist guided her into the corner, leaving no
avenue for retreat.
His commanding presence surrounded her completely.
Corrine raised her eyes to find Nate's face mere inches from hers.
Their gazes intertwined unexpectedly, and she found herself drowning in the depths of his dark eyes, which
blazed with an intensity that threatened to consher entirely.
Her eyelashes quivered with nervous energy as her heart contracted sweetly, thundering against her ribcage.
The overwhelming sensations left her dizzy, her rationality dissolving in the intimate atmosphere. She yielded to
his kiss like a drowning soul reaching for salvation.
Just before reason completely abandoned her, Nate drew back.
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Corrine inhaled deeply, color blooming across her cheeks.
His arms encircled her delicate waist as he gazed down at her with tender eyes, a subtle smile gracing his
features. "Babe, you're not quite ready yet," he murmured, his voice rich with allure.
His warm breath caressed her hair and whispered against her ear, causing her fingers to curl instinctively.
Corrine tensed, catching her lower lip between her teeth. "I'm sorry..." she breathed, her voice carrying a hint of
roughness.
Though her feelings for Nate tan deep, complete trust eluded her, preventing her from surrendering fully to him.
Even surrounded by his warmth, fear lingered. She dreaded loss, but the prospect
of
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abandonment terrified her more.
Her childhood had been marked by too many departures, those closest to her leaving one by one, embedding a
persistent wariness in her heart.
"I should be the one apologizing," Nate whispered, his fingers threading gently through her silken hair. "I was too
impatient."
Corrine's eyes flickered uncertainly. "You could have blamed me. It would only be fair
to you..."
"I won't." His response was steady, unwavering. "lI know why you hesitate. | see the weight you carry, the walls
you've built. And | don't expect you to let them down overnight." His thumb brushed against her cheek, his voice
turning almost teasing. "Winning your trust? That's my job, isn't it?"
His eyes traced her features, and for a fleeting moment, the guarded look in hers softened. "Love is more than
just words, Corrine."
Her breath hitched. A wave of warmth spread through her chest, tangled with an ache she couldn't quite name.
Guilt. Longing. Hope.
She wound her arms around his neck, seeking refuge in the crook of his shoulder, inhaling deeply the scent that
brought her solace.
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If only she had met him sooner...
As Matias collected the tiara's case, preparing to instruct his assistant to deliver it
to Celtis Estate, Nate intervened. "Send it to Platinum Apartments."
Understanding dawned in Matias' eyes. "Understood, Mr. Hopkins."
Corrine's eyebrow arched playfully. "You're casually giftingsomething worth 100
billion?"
"Don't you like it?" Nate turned to meet her gaze.
Warmth bloomed in Corrine's heart as her lips curved upward. "Don't you consider
it
wasteful?"
Amusement danced in Nate's eyes. "If it brings you joy, it's priceless."
He had never before comprehended the impulse to spend a fortune merely to witness a beloved's smile, but now
understanding dawned. And the feeling proved intoxicating.
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