Chapter: 1394

Marlene exchanged a quiet glance with Sean, murmuring, “Sean, thank you for helping me return to the Wilson family. I wouldn't have managed without you."

Sean looked at her with revulsion, his expression contorting.

"Doesn't it frighten you, living someone else's life?"

Marlene's smile froze. She was well aware of how she had come to assume the identity of Miss Wilson.

Hank had approached her with an offer of a lavish lifestyle and unlimited spending in exchange for her posing as Iker's niece. The condition was her compliance with the Wilsons.

She didn't think twice about accepting. For her, the prestige was everything. Bearing the title of Miss Wilson brought her closer to Sean.

Marlene chuckled. "Why would I be frightened? I have a loving uncle and aunt, and my cousins adore me. I'm genuinely happy."

Norah smirked cynically. Iker wanted a compliant niece, but she was far from it. She planned to take everything they had!

Sean, showing disinterest, abruptly stopped paying Marlene any mind.

His dismissive stance towards her was evident. Then he turned to engage with Norah.

Norah and Joanna completely snubbed Marlene, leaving her rather embarrassed.

As Marlene approached Derek and Madeline, Madeline's cool demeanor was due to Marlene's resemblance to Norah, which unsettled her.

Many who were acquainted with Marlene were taken aback. She had transitioned from being Sean's female companion to a distinguished lady overnight, yet this didn't deter them from seeking her favor.

Derek told Madeline, “The Wilson family has supported the Carter family. Now that Miss Wilson has returned, we should treat her well."

Madeline scoffed, “Sure, sure. If you're eager to impress the Wilson family, why not bring a special gift to Mr. Wilson's birthday party next week? That would certainly make an impression."

"Listen, you don't grasp these matters. Don't speak about what you don't understand. I've been in this business for a long time; I know it better than you."

Realizing she was outmatched, Madeline shut her mouth and let the topic go.

Unbeknownst to Norah, her arrival undoubtedly stirred up the elite families.

Iker and his family used Marlene as a pawn to hinder Norah from asserting her true identity, potentially plotting to undermine Norah in the future.

Corrin, remembering the favor Norah owed them for their assistance in trying to help her marry into the Carter family, encouraged Luna to renew ties with Norah, hoping to forge a partnership.

Derek, impressed by Norah's striking comeback, reminisced about their past and her care for him. Meanwhile, Madeline's rough and unrefined manner left him disillusioned. He pondered how different their lives might have been had they not separated.

Madeline had always disliked Norah and Marlene. Months earlier, she had even persuaded Marlene to seduce Sean, which seemed to have failed. Norah and Sean's relationship remained strong.

This time, Sean proudly escorted Norah to the banquet, openly affirming their relationship to everyone.

After enjoying the evening, Norah exited the banquet hall contentedly, with Sean by her side.