Chapter: 1409

He placed his hands on the railing, gave Norah a cold stare, and then headed downstairs with his family.

Hank knew the plan but wasn't involved because Iker didn't trust him and didn't give him any tasks.

Standing in a corner of the banquet, he watched Larry and Elsa mingle with the big shots, his face showing a hint of jealousy.

“Why is Larry getting so much special treatment? He's just a son-in—law with a modest background. Why does Dad let him and Elsa handle everything?" Hank hissed.

"Maybe Iker has his reasons," Hadley said, adjusting her dress.

"Dealing with Norah is so crucial. Doesn't Dad worry they might mess it up? I'm worried they'll embarrass themselves at Dad's birthday party."

Even though Hank said this, it was clear from his tone that he was jealous.

Before Hadley could respond, Hank started complaining again. “Why did I even marry you? You're useless. It's really frustrating."

If they weren't at the banquet, Hank would have slapped Hadley!

"You need to think about what you're actually contributing to our family," he snorted.

Hadley bit her lip. She used to have her own interests, but since marrying Hank, she was under his control.

She smiled with a touch of bitterness. This was the result of her old infatuation.

If she had listened to her parents and not married Hank, things might be very different now.

Norah went to the bathroom. As she stepped out, she saw Hadley standing nearby, arms crossed over her chest, watching her closely.

Norah slowly walked to the sink and began washing her hands. “What's up?"

Hadley approached and started washing her hands as well.

“The Wilson family has a plan in place to deal with you. Don't let your guard down at the banquet." Hadley lowered her head and pursed her lips. "I don't know the details of the plan."

As a minor figure in the Wilson family, no one shared important information with her. Her husband had been sidelined by Iker because of company matters, and he was just as uninformed.

Norah turned off the tap and grabbed a tissue to dry her hands.

"Thank you. I'll be careful."

She smirked slightly, intrigued what tricks they had up their sleeves.

She understood Hadley's situation and why she was trying to be friendly.

Norah had always shown kindness to those who were sensible, and what Hadley wanted was simple enough. It was something she could easily provide.

After delivering her warning, Hadley turned to leave. She had followed Norah to the bathroom but couldn't stay away from Hank for too long.