Chapter: 217
She found Susanna utterly endearing, secretly wishing to witness Susanna confront Derek and Madeline.
Hearing their exchange, Sean glanced at Norah who was diligently caring for his sister.
Despite Norah's concealed face with a mask and cap, making her expressions unreadable, Sean could tell she was amused.
Reflecting on Phillip's recount of Norah's delayed arrival due to watching Derek and Kathy argue, Sean couldn't help but smile.
Sean was unsure of Norah's feelings toward Derek, yet it was clear she harbored no fondness for Kathy and Madeline, who frequently antagonized her.
To teach Kathy a lesson, Sean had even resorted to having Phillip extort her in some way, effectively silencing her for a time.
"Hey, Sean, did you catch the entertainment news today? You and Norah make such a stunning couple! When are you going to win her over? I'm eager to see you and Norah tie the knot!" Susanna told Sean, "I'm looking forward to attending your wedding."
Sean felt awkward and replied, “Susanna, don't say those words again, please."
“ALL right, just teasing. But it's okay for me to be a fan of Norah, right?" Susanna playfully rolled her eyes, puzzled by Sean's reluctance yet obvious affection for Norah.
Susanna felt like she had to figure out a way to assist Sean in chasing after Norah.
Unaware of Susanna's mindset, Norah wrapped up the session and saw Susanna off. Susanna left in a rush, seemingly on a mission.
With Susanna gone, Phillip away, and Sean having dismissed all the servants, only Norah and Sean remained in the house.
Norah had no intention of lingering and planned to return for some rest.
As Norah was about to depart, Sean called after her. "Norah, hold on a moment."
“Is there something else?"
Sean put his laptop aside and sat on the sofa close to Norah.
Feeling Sean's presence, Norah moved away slightly. Sean's aura made her feel uncomfortable.
Norah wore a basic black ensemble and exuded an air of mystery.
To Sean, Norah seemed as elusive as a breeze. He longed to grasp her tightly, but she slipped through his fingers.
Sean retrieved a bag beside the sofa containing the dress and shoes Norah had delivered to Phillip moments before.
"You... What do you mean by this?"
“I had gifted them to you and I won't take them back.”
Norah looked up, her eyes meeting Sean's earnest look. She was taken aback. She never imagined Sean would gift her such expensive clothes.
Norah considered their relationship mere acquaintanceship, questioning the necessity of such extravagant presents. She agreed to attend the auction with Sean as a token of appreciation for his past kindness.