Chapter: 1541

Derek said in disbelief, "No way!"

Relinquishing half of the Carter family's assets to Madeline was out of the question.

“Then let's settle this in court. Enjoy these last few peaceful days with your mistress," Madeline declared disdainfully. Before storming out, she pulled Marlene aside and delivered a sharp slap, hissing, “You deserve this."

Then she strode away, leaving Marlene sobbing in Derek's embrace.

The atmosphere in the Carter household was grim. The public was aware of Derek's infidelity, and a legal battle would likely end unfavorably for him.

Juliana, upon hearing the news, was so incensed that she fell ill and spent her days bedridden, lamenting the situation. "It's all because of what we owe Norah. Derek, your one poor decision has brought the Carter family to this point."

Norah, though curious, refrained from probing into Derek's affairs directly. She occasionally heard bits of the story from Joanna and Susanna during their conversations.

The Carter and Powell families were embroiled in a contentious divorce, with neither side willing to back down. The Powells were adamant that Derek should surrender half of the Carter family's property to them.

This soap opera-like saga had become a hot topic of discussion in Glophia.

After Norah completed her business in Glophia, Bernice returned home.

Calvin, eager to celebrate, insisted on hosting the long-awaited banquet. He wanted to showcase his daughter to Glophia's elite.

Determined to make the event spectacular, he planned for it to be lavish and grand.

Sean offered his assistance discreetly. It was another opportunity for him to publicly affirm his relationship with Norah.

Invitations were swiftly dispatched, and all the prominent families in Glophia were invited.

This was the first banquet hosted by Calvin as the head of the Wilson family, adding a layer of significance to the event.

Regardless of who led the Wilson family, their stature in Glophia remained unchanged. This event presented a prime opportunity for Glophia's elite to forge connections with the new head of the Wilson family, a chance no one intended to miss.

In the Scott family villa, Matteo placed an invitation on the table.

"We should attend the Wilson family's banquet."

Kayla, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear, responded with a serene expression, "Indeed, we should. Twenty years ago, our families were quite close."

As a soothing piano melody played from the television, Kayla raised her hand, her fingers moving in sync with the rhythm.

Matteo nodded. “It's quite unexpected, really. What we once joked about has come to pass."

Years ago, they had joked about arranging a marriage between their children. Then, the girl went missing, and the topic was forgotten.

Despite the twists and turns that followed, their children eventually met and formed a bond.

With the Wilson family's elevated status, Kayla's view of Norah had shifted. Initially seeing her as an outsider, she now regarded Norah with newfound respect.