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    She was eager to learn more about Jules but was too cautious to act recklessly, afraid it might upset him. So, she had to rely on Corrine’s information. At the same time, Rachel feared that if everything came out, Jules might misunderstand her true intentions.


    Corrine knew exactly what Rachel meant. “Don’t worry, your secret is safe with me.”


    Rachel smiled, clearly relieved. “Thank you.”


    Corrine waved it off. “No big deal.”


    After their conversation ended, Corrine turned and headed toward her car.


    Just as she was about to get in, her phone rang.


    When she saw it was Nate calling, her eyes briefly shifted, and her usual cool expression softened a little.


    Though it had only been a couple of days since theyst met, it felt like much longer.


    She put in her Bluetooth earpiece and quickly answered the call. “Are you at Modern Square?” he asked.


    “Yeah.” As she spoke, Corrine nced around instinctively. “Are you close?”


    Nate’s voice came through, calm and deep. “No, Moses was the one who saw you.”


    Moses had sent him a picture of Corrine.


    It was just a quick snap, blurry at the edges, but her beauty still shone through, as striking as ever.


    The image stirred up the longing he had kept buried for days.


    When Corrine heard his words, a flicker of disappointment crossed her face. “I thought you were nearby.”


    “Miss me?” Nate’s voice, usually sharp, softened, pulling at her heart like a gentle tug.


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    Corrine felt a wave of emotion wash over her. She swallowed, trying to push it down, but didn’t let herself say anything warm. “I’ve been so busy, I haven’t had time to think about you.”


    “You might not miss me, but I miss you. Is that alright?” Nate’s voice was deeper now, carrying a soft sigh that felt full of sadness. “I thought after being apart for a few days, my future wife would miss me. But I guess that was just wishful thinking.”


    His sadness stirred something inside her, making her heart ache unexpectedly.


    Even though Corrine knew he was trying to humble himself to make her feel sorry for him, her heart still softened. “I miss you so much. I wish I could see you right now.”


    “Really?”


    “What else?” A small smile appeared on Corrine’s face.


    This man was full of contradictions.


    When she said she didn’t miss him, he med her. But now that she admitted she missed him, he doubted her honesty.


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