NovelsFreeThe Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 128
Chapter 128 Payback
Nate drew in a sharp breath, his eyes narrowing as they darkened like a brewing storm.
His hand, pressed against the sofa for balance, clenched tightly, every muscle in his body going rigid.
Was it pain?
Not quite. It was an indescribable sensation-an itch deep inside, tugging at the edges of his control, like
something just out of reach, teasing and unraveling him.
His breaths grew shallow, his chest rising and falling unevenly as his gaze locked intensely on Corrine.
Corrine tilted her head, a playful spark dancing in her eyes. "This is what they call payback."
Unlike Nate's measured and careful demeanor, Corrine was entirely bold and unapologetic. The evidence of her
actions-a vivid red mark circled by precise teeth marks-stood out clearly.
It wouldn't fade for at least a week.
Nate's gaze lingered on her face, her delicate beauty contrasting with the wicked mischief in her expression. His
eyes darkened further, his thoughts unreadable.
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"It's time. Let's go," Corrine said softly, pressing a hand against his chest as though she could push him away.
But Nate grasped her wrist firmly, pulling her close until she was against him. His broad hand slid behind her
neck, holding her in place.
Corrine's eyes widened slightly as she glanced up at him, only for his face to lower suddenly. A sly, teasing smile
tugged at the corner of his lips. "You think you can walk away after arousing me?"
There was a magnetic pull in his eyes-intense and impossible to resist.
For a fleeting moment, as their eyes met, Corrine felt like she was standing too close to a flame.
Her fingers twitched faintly, betraying the calm expression she tried to maintain. "So, double standards now?"
"Hah!" Nate let out a low, rough laugh, his fingers tilting her chin up gently. "You've got a real talent for driving
The deep, husky sound of his laughter sent a shiver through Corrine. Her heart skipped unexpectedly, catching
her off guard.
"Con, weren't you the one who promiseda date? Hurry up." She quickly pushed Nate away, brushing off
her dress with deliberate ease to smooth the
creases.
Nate grabbed the coat draped over the sofa, his movements unhurried. He held out his hand to her with a faint
smile. "Shall we?"
Like any couple savoring a romantic evening, they started with a light meal before strolling side by side down
the quiet street, their voices mingling softly as they talked in
bursts.
In moments like these, the words didn't matter. It was the silver glow of the moon above them, the gentle kiss of
the evening breeze, the rhythm of their steps in sync, and the irreplaceable presence of the person walking
beside them.
The dim glow of the streetlights cast their intertwined shadows on the pavement, marking their quiet
progression from walking side by side to their fingers lacing together.
Corrine lifted her hand, tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ear, only to notice something was off. Her
earring was missing.
She stopped mid-step, her eyes scanning the ground instinctively.
"What's wrong?" Nate asked, his attention snapping to her, immediately noticing her
bare left earlobe.
"My earring is gone," Corrine said softly, her tone calm. "It's just an earring. Don't worry about it."
But Nate wasn't one to brush it off. Without a word, he turned and began retracing their steps, scanning the
dimly lit path until he spotted the tiny earring near a cluster
of bushes.
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Corrine held out her hand to take it from him, but Nate ignored the gesture and stepped closer instead. “Let me
put it on for you."
As he approached, the faint scent of earth and cedar surrounded her, making her heart pound wildly in her
chest.
Nate's gaze softened as he looked at her, the glow of the streetlights catching the quiet vulnerability in her eyes.
His hand lifted, brushing her cheek lightly, his fingers threading through her smooth hair to cradle the back of
her head. Then, he kissed her -gentle but sure.
The simple contact sent a wave of warmth rushing through her, the sensation sparking like a soft electric current
beneath her skin. "There are so many people watching!" Corrine protested, her voice flustered.
Nate tilted his head slightly, a faint smirk tugging at his lips. "So it's only okay when we're alone?"
She fell silent, her face heating as he once again found a way to turn her words against her.
It was a pattern she was beginning to recognize the more she spoke, the more Nate found openings to
outmaneuver her. She realized it was safer to just keep quiet.
Pressing her lips into a thin line, Corrine resumed walking, her steps quick and purposeful. Just as she took a few
steps, a young girl suddenly darted out from behind
a nearby corner.
Startled, Corrine dodged instinctively, but her heel wobbled on the uneven pavement. She stumbled backward,
her balance faltering.
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