Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 157:

Sharon cast a disapproving look at Madeline. “Shame on you, Madeline! You know better than we do what you did to Luna and Derek’s engagement!”

Derek, who had numerous better matches, found himself engaged to Luna, largely due to Madeline’s interference. Following the car incident, the woman Derek married became Norah.

Madeline, having considered every aspect of the situation, wore a look of rigid contemplation. Regardless of her response, it seemed doomed to criticism.

Madeline lifted her gaze to Norah, who stood in solitude, effortlessly becoming the center of everyone’s attention.

Corrin continued his speech. “This birthday banquet is illuminated by your presence. I’m grateful you all could make it despite your packed schedules. Your well-wishes are deeply appreciated. Now, please, enjoy the lunch.”

As Corrin finished, the crowd began drifting toward the dining hall.

Emil offered an invitation to Norah. “Miss Wilson, maybe we could have a meaningful conversation over lunch?” Norah remained stoic, offering no reply.

On her way out, Norah noticed Sharon with Derek and Madeline trailing behind. She hadn’t expected to see Derek and Madeline here. She puzzled over their presence. They were divorced. Was his attendance at Corrin’s birthday merely a jest?

Yet, Norah refused to give them a moment’s attention. Doing so would only bring her disgust.

She felt she had settled her debts with Derek. If he dared to bring Madeline and his relatives to trouble her further, she would not hold back her wrath.

Emil and Kalel continued to follow Norah. As she settled down at the table shared with Corrin, they boldly approached. “Mr. Wilson, would you object if we joined you at the table?” Corrin, who had meticulously arranged the seating to accommodate eight per table, frowned slightly. He had intended to invite some guests to his table to have a nice conversation over the meal. Nonetheless, unable to disregard the influence of Emil and Kalel’s families, he conceded, “Please, be my guest.”

The table, originally designed for six, was now up to eight, including Corrin and Norah, along with Luna, Dooley, Shayla, Emil, and Kalel.

as Emil and Kalel were about to sit down, Norah

to extend you courtesy,” Norah’s smile was icy. “Yet, you persist in vexing

Kalel. Emil’s smile vanished as if struck by

Kalel’s families targeted them. Corrin’s complexion lost its color. “Mr. Palmer, Mr.

says I’m unaware?” Norah countered, her calmness throwing the

to dismiss them? It suggested that Norah might have a more formidable backing than the

arrogant. Emil is offering you respect. Disregard his kindness, and I assure you, I won’t hesitate to deal with you

gaze fixed on Norah with mixed feelings. Despite having left Glophia, Luna recognized the

an unfortunate

attention of everyone at

earlier remarks unsettled him, but now the Carters, despite Norah’s divorce, had attended his birthday banquet

former wife? Your current flame is here, watching with keen

“My approach was solely to speak with you two. It has nothing to do with defending my ex-wife. My

have some conversations planned with her. Please don’t interrupt. If

concede. This display of defiance from Norah only fueled their desire to dominate. They eagerly anticipated her submission, envisioning

balled into fists. “I can’t stand idly by while she’s treated this way in

Emil challenged, “Treated how?”

Derek caught Madeline’s look of disappointment and found himself at a

whisper. Gripping Madeline’s shoulder more firmly, he added, “We have

hall, leaving the guests puzzled about their intentions. Following Derek’s departure, Sharon and Kathy chose not to stay

retreating form, noting his habitual tendency to test her limits. He had defended her but lacked