Chapter: 1166

After all, Elva was renowned not just for her beauty but for her silver tongue and cunning heart.

Logically, she should have met the sight of Nate and Corrine with fury, not blessings. Her benevolence felt out of place, like a wolf offering a Lamb sanctuary.

As the room simmered with speculation, Nate finally spoke, his voice as indifferent as a winter breeze. "I appreciate your thoughtfulness.”

Elva exhaled, a breath so subtle it barely stirred the air.

Had Nate refused, the sting of humiliation would have been unbearable.