Chapter: 1458

Carrington paused and turned back to face her. “Apologize or leave.”

For her son's sake, Sharon clenched her teeth and bowed to Norah, her voice filled with sincerity.

“I apologize, I didn't realize you are Dr. Lee's master. Please forgive my rudeness."

While she couldn't understand why such a young woman would be Carrington's master, she was accustomed to the hypocrisy required by the upper class. Driven by interests, anyone could take on the role of an actor or actress.

Throughout the altercation, Norah stayed silent, quietly observing as Carrington defended her and Sharon apologized to her.

Frustrated by the lack of response, Sharon looked up sharply, only to see Carrington's master removing her mask, revealing a face that shocked Sharon so profoundly she exclaimed, “Norah? What are you doing here?"

Her sharp voice drew everyone's attention, making them frown.

"You came here intentionally after hearing about me, didn't you? Are you planning to return to the Carter family?" Sharon thought back to Norah's current situation and generously said, “If you're still fond of Derek, I wouldn't object to you rejoining the Carter family.”

Norah scorned Sharon's foolish speculation. “What about Madeline? I heard at the banquet yesterday that Derek was caught in an affair with Marlene by Madeline."

Her joking tone angered Sharon.

Yesterday, the scandal involving Derek spread along with the Wilson family's gossip, making the Carter family a subject of much criticism recently. It was really awkward; she feared being recognized while out.

"Who was it that clung to the Carter family, refusing to leave back then? Derek was practically comatose, yet you were so eager to marry him. Now, with a new identity, you look down on us."

Sharon reminisced about the times she could dominate Norah, feeling a sense of superiority once more.

"Some people, driven by jealousy, turn to slander when they can't achieve their desires. I really wonder why that man from the Scott family ever fell for you," Sharon scoffed.

She whispered the last part, but the clinic was so quiet that everyone could hear it.

Carrington wasn't familiar with the events of Glophia. To him, gossip mattered less than seeing a few more patients.

"Some, when seeking favors, don't even approach with the proper respect. It's no surprise she'll be sent away." Carrington frowned.

Sensing Sharon's lack of respect towards Norah, he yelled, "Bradshaw, escort her out for me."

Since she showed no regard for her dignity, he felt no need to extend her any courtesy.

Bradshaw, loyal to his mentor, promptly walked over to Sharon and offered his hand. “Ma'am, please exit this way."

Sharon was so infuriated that her face turned red. She had come to collect a prescription for her son but ended up confronting her former daughter-in-law, with whom she had resentments.

While unaware that Carrington's master was Norah, she could give in.

However, now that she knew the truth, she was not prepared to apologize.

"Master, don't be upset. It's not worth getting worked up over such individuals," Carrington said softly, noticing that Norah seemed displeased, before turning to Bradshaw. "Bradshaw, why are you still standing there?"