Chapter: 121

Gratefully accepting the glass, Norah held it without taking a sip.

“Thank you."

“Everyone here caught wind of your conversation. That man's no good, cheating and refusing to offer any settlement. My advice? Drag it out and see who becomes desperate first. They'll Likely beg for a divorce once they're eager to get married. You'll hold all the cards then.”

The janitor said with an air of wisdom, “I've seen plenty like this in my years here. The eager party for remarriage usually ends up compromising."

“Appreciate it. You're right," Norah responded, contemplative, and agreed with the janitor's perspective.

Norah regretted having trusted Derek once again. The divorce hadn't been finalized yet, and now, she had to take it to court.

The delay in the divorce proceedings didn't matter as long as it served to displease the other party. The janitor was right. Derek wasn't in a hurry now. However, he might not remain calm in the future.

After all, Norah had seen Derek meeting Madeline's parents the last time. Marriage was the only solution to free Madeline from the accusation of being a mistress.

If Derek wanted to marry Madeline, he'd have to plead with Norah to get a divorce. He would soon be crying and begging Norah for a divorce.

Norah no longer rushed for a divorce. She wanted to sever all ties with Derek, but she would patiently wait for the day until Derek and Madeline came running to her, seeking to finalize the divorce. She was determined to give them a tough time by then.

Meantime, Madeline fastened her seatbelt and turned to look at Derek.

"Norah refused to sign the papers today. Do you think we will win the case if we go to the court? What do we do now, Derek?"

Derek gripped the steering wheel with one hand as he did the mental math. "Wait! Do you remember those photos of Norah in the report of her background? With those photos, what can she use against me in the court then?"

Madeline's eyes widened as she thought about the photos. "You're right, Derek. Norah has nothing against us. Everything is under your control. Gosh, you're amazing!"

"When Norah was with the Carter family, she maintained a low profile. The moment she left, she began acquiring all sorts of skills and got acquainted with many influential people. Despite working in the company for several years, I never got the chance to connect with the Scott family. But she personally knows Mr. Scott. That's unbelievable," Derek commented.

“Perhaps Norah is living in the Scott family's mansion at the Dreamview Villas. People know Sean lives there. Other residents there are not heard of. Norah seems to be quite close with Sean..."

Madeline said meaningfully.

"Madeline," Derek interrupted. "Look, I have nothing to do with Norah anymore. I don't care where she lives or whom she knows. It's none of my concern. I only care about you. Will you stay with me forever?"

Madeline looked at him dotingly. “Derek, as long as you're by my side, I will never give up on you. I want to spend the rest of my life with you."

"I wish for the same, too, Madeline. I love you."

The two leaned closer and kissed passionately.

As Norah exited the City Hall and headed to the parking lot, she coincidentally walked past a white Sedan and witnessed them kissing each other. She instinctively grabbed her phone and captured a series of photos.

The relentless clicking sound of the camera caught Derek's attention.

“Norah, are you out of your mind?" he snapped coldly. "This isn't the time to take photos."