Chapter: 334

"Fine by me."

Observing Shayla with her parents, Norah felt relieved and quickly maneuvered past the group. Luna had forged her path, and Norah recognized she had no right to intervene, even for the sake of Shayla.

Just as the group departed, Emil and Kalel emerged from the opposite direction.

“Luna is far too modest. It's a shame she doesn't possess Norah's allure. Otherwise, with a mere suggestion from us, she'd be on her knees, eagerly flattering us," Kalel commented.

Emil teased, "It's quite interesting, isn't it? They're sisters, yet Norah is strikingly more beautiful. It's almost irresistible."

Kalel's eyes glinted with resolve. “Once you've ensnared her, you'll see things differently. Follow my instructions and intercept her after the banquet."

"Sure."

Norah reentered the bustling hall from the corridor. Over time, the majority of the invited guests made their appearances.

Upon catching sight of Norah, attendees couldn't help but admire her beauty, casting appreciative glances in her direction. Her beauty was undeniable, drawing all the attention in the banquet hall and radiating brilliance.

“Derek, here." Kathy and Sharon occupied the sofa near the entrance, eagerly awaiting Derek's presence.

Spotting Derek, adorned in new attire and accompanied by Madeline, Kathy waved in his direction to offer a greeting.

It marked Kathy's first encounter with Madeline following their confrontation at the villa.

Kathy outright ignored Madeline's presence. “Derek, see, Norah is over there."

Kathy's fingers drew Derek's attention to the woman standing casually by the table, elegantly holding a champagne glass and exuding a relaxed charm. Two stylishly dressed young men were engaged in conversation with her.

Curious about Norah's newfound acquaintances, Derek gestured toward them. “When did Norah become acquainted with Mr. Palmer and Mr. Payne?"

Having some business connections with Kalel and Emil, Derek wondered how Norah had forged ties with them.

Kathy vividly recounted the recent events, providing further context.

"Derek, you didn't see the captivating smile on Norah's face while she was conversing with those two gentlemen. If you had seen it, you'd probably have had the urge to give her a slap."

Sharon adjusted her clothing's tassels. “Seducing men is ingrained in her nature. I've observed it ever since she married into the Carter family."

"Yes, thankfully, Derek divorced her."

At the mention of "divorce," Derek's eyes betrayed his simmering anger. He had planned to manipulate the divorce proceedings to maintain control over Norah. He had prepared a contingency plan to safeguard his assets, even if it meant going to court. However, the meddling of foolish Kathy and Madeline thwarted his plans, resulting in the loss of both the opportunity and a considerable amount of assets.

"Huh." Derek's demeanor swiftly turned stern. “Enough of this discussion."

Madeline, standing beside Derek with a smile, nervously nibbled her lip. She keenly perceived the shift in Derek's mood, as well as the reactions of Sharon and Kathy.

"Derek, are you planning to greet Mr. Wilson later?" Madeline asked in a soft voice.