Chapter: 19

"Yes, that's him."

Joanna leaned on Norah, sharing her fears, "He's a member of the Scott family, more terrifying than Kason. His reputation precedes him as both ruthless and cunning. His presence here tonight isn't without reason. We should've avoided coming."

Joanna regretted not sharing the warning she had received sooner with Norah. Had she done so, they might have avoided this dangerous situation.

"Life is unpredictable. Sometimes, what seems like a setback might be a hidden opportunity. Good and bad fortune often come hand in hand, Joanna," Norah said calmly. "When things get tough like this, staying calm is key.”

Growing up in a protected environment, Joanna was unaccustomed to real danger. While she had some basic self-defense training, the thought of facing actual gunfire was beyond her worst fears.

Norah gently imparted her wisdom, “In moments like these, ensuring your safety should be the top priority. Ignore the chaos outside and focus on staying safe."

Joanna, covering her ears, nodded in agreement. "Understood."

Joanna had always claimed she wouldn't be scared in such situations.

Yet, without Norah's presence, she might have collapsed in fear.

Joanna said, "I'll ask my parents to teach me how to handle guns and learn survival skills once I'm home."

Despite her reputation as the wild child of Glophia, Joanna had no real experience with firearms, shielded by her family and her untouchable status.

Joanna was grateful for Norah's presence. She couldn't figure out why Norah wasn't scared of the chaos, but she knew Norah was quite something. She really admired Norah. Norah was the most impressive woman she had known.

If only Derek hadn't made the mistake of marrying Norah and confined Norah into his home to take care of him, they wouldn't have lost touch for years.

Joanna was still puzzled over Norah's decision to marry Derek and her commitment to his care and miraculous recovery, especially given Derek's coma. While others might be oblivious to the truth behind Derek's miraculous recovery, Joanna knew that Derek's healing was all because of Norah's efforts.

Suddenly, a loud thud echoed against the door.

Joanna's body shook with fear, yet she tried to mask her anxiety with a gulp. "Norah, there's someone knocking on the door."

Norah was cautious about the gun but reassured Joanna, "It's fine. The door of the Glamour Club is tough. Let's wait for help to arrive."

Joanna had previously reached out to the Andrews family for assistance. Given their protective stance toward her, she was confident help would arrive soon.

Norah was confident that as long as the Scott and Hayes families were present, they would be safe, no matter what was happening outside.

Joanna was the only one who seemed worried.

Norah took her time with her drink, making efforts to soothe Joanna.

As Joanna's friend, Norah felt the need to protect and comfort her.

Joanna, drawing comfort from Norah's composed demeanor, eventually relaxed, saying, "Alright."

The noise outside eventually died down, followed by another knock at the door. “Is Miss Andrews here? I'm a bodyguard from the Scott family. It's safe now. You can come out now."