Chapter: 1111

Despite her pregnancy, the members of the Carter family persisted in tormenting her.

Initially, they used Derek's absence in Glophia as an excuse, claiming it was inconvenient for them to care for her, thus insisting that she reside in the Carter Manor.

This arrangement facilitated Juliana and Sharon's ability to torment Madeline.

Juliana enforced, "It's customary to show greet the elders early in the morning. If you have no tasks, ensure to greet us at seven o'clock every morning."

Madeline dismissed it lightly and didn't comply. Consequently, Juliana ordered a reduction in her food intake. Despite Madeline's complaints to Derek, they yielded no results.

Despite her reluctance, Madeline had no choice but to comply.

Sharon enjoyed Madeline's cooking and frequently tasked her with laundry duties.

Failure to comply with Sharon's requests resulted in confinement in a small, dark room without food.

Sharon threatened, "You've married into my family. If you defy me, I'll persuade my son to divorce you. Norah was compliant when she was here. Are you even inferior to her?"

Juliana was kind to her family, but she harbored animosity towards Madeline. Given that Madeline usurped Norah's position, Juliana took pleasure in witnessing Sharon's mistreatment of Madeline.

“You desired to marry into our family, didn't you? Now that your wish is granted, you must adhere to our family's rules."

Sharon placed the bowl on the table with a loud thud, startling Madeline as she ate.

After enduring months of maltreatment, Madeline grew increasingly sensitive and wary, dreading the prospect of being confined in a small, dark room and deprived of food again.

Derek would shield her if he were present, but he was away on a business trip. Despite enduring months of hardship, Madeline Lacked the courage to leave.

She depended on the Carter family for everything, as she had no financial resources or savings, rendering her unable to defy them.

Upon Derek's return, she would have to recount the mistreatment she endured. For now, she had to suppress her anger.

Norah rose energetically and proceeded to gather her belongings before heading downstairs to drive.

Thanks to Vinson, she now had a car and facilitating her outings.

The sound of the car horn startled Norah as she approached her vehicle.

Upon reaching her car, the adjacent vehicle honked twice.

Norah glanced at the car in confusion, finding the abrupt honking quite alarming.

However, she found this car oddly familiar.

Moments later, the passenger-side window of the car rolled down, revealing Marlin's profile.

"Norah, are you heading to Concord Hospital? Allow me to drive you there. I have something important to discuss with you."