Chapter 274 Corrine''s Cunning Nature


    Evidence suggested that Jacob had been hiding his true identity, all the while keeping a close watch on Corrine.


    They needed to take measures to prevent any potential threats.


    But when Matias voiced his concerns, Nate dismissed them, saying, "Let''s keep this under wraps for now."


    Matias was taken aback. He had always believed that Corrine''s safety was Nate''s


    utmost concern.


    Yet, before he could further contemte, Nate decisively ordered, "Arrange for our team to guard her."


    "Understood, Mr. Hopkins," Matias responded.


    Corrine had nned to use her week off to spend time with Nate. But an unexpected


    business trip had taken him away, leaving her to fend for herself.


    Shey listlessly in bed, passing the time by watching video clips.


    Then, sudden, sharp knocks at her door broke the monotony, each one more insistent


    than thest.


    "Coming!" she called out, throwing on a jacket as she left her bedroom and opened the door with a trace of impatience.


    Her irritation was evident when she saw Jules standing there. "What brings you here?"


    "Have you had breakfast yet?” Jules asked as he presented a set of food boxes, adding, "I picked up some egg tarts from Jennifer''s Bakery. They''re your favorite, still warm and soft. Go ahead, eat."


    Corrine raised an eyebrow slightly. "Did youe all this way just to bring me


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    breakfast?"


    "It''s also my mom''s birthday celebration tonight. You didn''t forget, did you?" Jules


    inquired.


    "I have her gift ready," Corrine replied as she headed to the bathroom to freshen up.


    Exiting the bathroom, she noticed Jules examining the tiara with keen interest. Corrine rushed over. "Please, put that down!"


    Julesughed off her anxiety. "Is that really necessary? It''s hardly a relic."


    He observed as Corrine carefully ced the tiara back into its case. "I heard the news thatst night, a wealthy idiot paid billions for a tiara replica. I didn''t expect you to be


    that rich fool."


    Corrine was at a loss for words.


    "Be straight with me. Is there a hidden treasure map inside?" Jules asked, his curiosity piqued.


    He was well aware that Corrine wouldn''t make a losing bet.


    Given the huge sum she''d spent on the tiara, Jules suspected it harbored some secret


    value.


    Corrine took arge bite of an egg tart and responded with a t, "Noment.'' Jules didn''t push further. Instead, he sighed casually. "Well, about that matter you wanted me to look into..."


    Corrine''s interest was piqued immediately. "What have you uncovered?"


    Jules raised his eyebrow, smiling mischievously. "Noment."


    Corrine found herself speechless.


    Her faint smile sent chills down Jules'' spine.


    Despite her seemingly delicate demeanor, Jules was aware of her cunning nature. He suspected she had ns in ce that would make his life exceedingly difficult.


    Unable to contain himself, Jules finally answered, "I''ve reorganized the timeline of the entire incident and came across some leads. Remember the widely publicized shootout in Forestvale five years ago? That night, a group appeared, apparently searching for


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    someone. They intended to ensnare their quarry in a trap, but their ns


    backfired disastrously. I''m convinced the individual who rescued you that night was their actual


    target."


    "And then?" Corrine''s brow creased with concern.