Chapter: 1397

Luna was conscious of Dooley's affair. Despite her distress and outbursts, they were ineffective; Dooley's affection had vanished.

Now, Shayla was all she had, and she refused to compromise her daughter's happiness for a man who didn't care.

“Well, I'll be on my way now." As Norah playfully tweaked Shayla's nose, she stood up. Then she added, "I'll handle the bill. You two finish your meal."

Shayla held onto her, pleading, “Auntie, can you stay a bit Longer? Mom mentioned she wants to discuss a partnership with you."

Norah paused and said, “A partnership?"

She had suspected as much. There was always a motive with Luna.

Caught off guard by her daughter's straightforwardness, Luna chuckled uncomfortably. "Ah, yes, that's right. I was hoping you could introduce us to Mr. Scott for a business opportunity. It would be wonderful if we could collaborate."

"Then you should discuss that with Sean, not me."

Norah nearly laughed; it was funny how people sought her out just to gain access to Sean's business.

Luna was prepared for Norah's reluctance. "I told my dad the same, but he insisted I ask. Don't worry about it; I didn't mean to bother you."

Norah's expression softened slightly. "Next time, skip these discussions with me. It's not worth your time."

After exchanging a few more words and comforting Shayla, Norah left the cafe.

Luna hugged Shayla, watching Norah depart. She whispered, “Shayla, stay close to your auntie. She's going to be important for you in the future."

She was strategizing for her daughter's future, and Norah, soon to be married into the Scott family, was a valuable ally.

Shayla nodded, not fully understanding the stakes. "But Auntie and I are already very close. She really likes me."

"Then let's make sure she likes you even more."

Luna was always plotting, looking for ways to ensure Norah kept Shayla in her thoughts.

After leaving the cafe, Norah checked her watch, saw she was ahead of schedule, and hailed a cab to Silver Boulder Private Hospital.

She had been back for two days now; it was time to pay a visit.

Meanwhile, Gilda and Chayce were assessing their allies within the Wilson Group to determine their Loyalty.

The faithful individuals would stay, while those who were not would soon face the aftermath of choosing the wrong side after Norah assumed control of the Wilson Group.

Upon arriving at Silver Boulder Private Hospital, Norah observed that the facility was bustling with individuals seeking medical attention.

She noticed a recently installed security booth at the entrance of the outpatient building, being manned by two guards who were monitoring activities on the first and second floors through screens.

It was clear that the hospital's security measures had been intensified.