NovelBookChapter 805: Leah, seething with jealousy and resentment, couldn't suppress the flare of envy. Corrine's radiance only amplified her bitterness.
But Leah knew better than to act rashly. This moment had to be seized with patience. Rebuilding her reputation would require careful strategy, not impulsive moves.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtStill, seeing Corrine and Nate side by side, Leah couldn't shake the gnawing question-why did Corrine get all the luck? After all, Nate was such a wealthy and influential figure. What made Corrine worthy of it all? Nearby, Danna murmured, "Why haven't I seen this man around Lyhaton before?" "Have you taken a liking to him, Danna?" the woman next to her teased with a light laugh.
Danna flushed, shooting the woman a playful glare. "What nonsense are you talking about?" "Nothing to hide! If you've got a crush on him, just say it. Honestly, I'm intrigued too," the woman responded, grinning. "He's not like the pampered rich boys we usually see." "Such an exceptional man shouldn't be unfamiliar," Danna mused, furrowing her brow as if trying to recall where she might have seen him. Leah, eager to contribute to the conversation, interjected smoothly, "Of course, you wouldn't recognize him. That's Nate Hopkins. He's not from Lyhaton, but rather..." She paused tically, lowering her voice to a near whisper. “He's from the Independent Continent." At those words, the group of rich ladies seemed to still for a moment before widening their eyes in shock. The mention of the "Independent Continent" was enough to make every socialite present hold their breath.
That distant land was whispered about in exclusive circles—a realm of untold opportunities, where power and wealth coalesced into an impenetrable fortress. Governed by the Elder Council and six formidable families, it was said that each household held dominion over staggering fortunes, unrivaled technology, and the richest lands on earth. For those who had never set foot there, it was a land of both fascination and longing.
Even though it was common knowledge that people from the Independent Continent never married outsiders, that did little to quell the desire for a fleeting romance. For these women, forming even the most ephemeral connection with a man from that realm would be an honor, a distinction that would elevate not just them but their entire lineage.
Find magical tales on galnovs.c And the man standing before them-Nate Hopkins-was not just anyone. He was from the illustrious Hopkins family.
Leah swept a glance across the group, taking in the eager, almost predatory expressions on the women's faces. A flicker of disdain flashed in her eyes before she quickly concealed it. How desperate. These self-proclaimed noble ladies were practically scrambling over one another, reducing themselves to mere playthings for Nate- disposable, insignificant, not even worthy of the title "mistress."
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Lowering her gaze, she let a cool smile play on her lips. "Letoffer a m word of advice-without Corrine's wou face to shield you, I'd think twice before embarrassing yourselves. I've seen firsthand just how much Mr.
Hopkins cherishes her."
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