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,

Mr. Payne, your reputations precede you in Glophia. I had intended to extend you courtesy,” Norah’s smile was icy. “Yet, you

harbored no fear of Sean, let alone Emil and Kalel. Emil’s smile vanished as if struck by frost.

Corrin’s complexion lost its color. “Mr. Palmer, Mr. Payne, Please forgive Norah. She’s unaware of who you really are. Her words weren’t meant to

countered, her calmness throwing the table into a moment

Norah might have a more formidable backing than the Wilson family, although that

offering you respect. Disregard his kindness, and I

with mixed feelings. Despite having left Glophia, Luna recognized the menace posed

found herself in an unfortunate spotlight during this

a distinct male voice interrupted, drawing the attention of everyone at the table. Derek arrived with Madeline by his

soured further. Not only had Sharon’s earlier remarks unsettled him, but now the Carters,

behalf of your former wife? Your current flame is

with you two. It has

exchanged glances. Kalel laughed. “So, Miss Wilson and you are mere acquaintances now? We have some conversations planned with her. Please don’t interrupt.

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

fists. “I can’t stand idly by

Emil challenged, “Treated how?”

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

above a whisper. Gripping Madeline’s shoulder more firmly, he added, “We have other matters

intentions. Following Derek’s departure, Sharon and

habitual tendency to test her limits. He had defended her but lacked the courage