Chapter: 338

Norah observed Derek's retreating form, noting his habitual tendency to test her limits. He had defended her yet lacked the courage to acknowledge it openly. Once, she had harbored hopes that Derek would treat her with kindness and defend her, but those years had proven fruitless.

To lighten the mood, Corrin chuckled. "We have guests among us. Mr. Palmer, Mr. Payne, please, take a seat and enjoy the meal. Let's set aside any distractions for now."

Emil, with a sense of entitlement, took a seat and pointedly stated, "Mr. Wilson, our interest is clear. We're here for Norah."

Kalel echoed, "Exactly, our attention is solely on Norah."

Their declaration carried an unmistakable threat, straining the atmosphere around the table.

Norah's response was a derisive sneer, her gaze piercingly focused on the two men. “I've asked you to leave. Was I not clear?"

Norah's audacity nearly stopped Corrin's and Samira's hearts as they braced for the fallout that might ensue for the Wilson family.

Kalel's eyes narrowed menacingly. "You bitch..."

His insult was cut short as a fist flew toward him, aiming directly at his face.

“Ever been told how repulsive your staring is? It's as if a toad's gazing at me, utterly revolting," Norah snapped.

The impact sent Kalel tumbling to the floor, clutching his face in agony.

Norah's unexpected punch left everyone stunned.

Rubbing her hands, Norah fixed her gaze on Kalel. "Are you hearing me now? I had asked you to leave."

Emil approached Kalel and anxiously asked, “Kalel, are you alright?"

Kalel, covering one eye with his hand, displayed a bloody other eye.

“Fuck you! Do you have a death wish? Emil, get someone here to teach her a lesson! Our families are influential in Glophia. Dealing with Norah shouldn't be a problem."

Kalel was burning with fury. How dare Norah hit him! He was the son of the head of the Payne Estate, viewing himself as formidable.

Witnessing Kalel getting attacked, Emil grew furious. As he reached for his phone to call for help, a feminine voice interrupted him.

"Who wants to hurt Norah?" Susanna entered the banquet hall with a lively trot.

Susanna had intended to arrive early to back up Norah but overslept.

Upon her leaving home, she was caught in a traffic jam. By the time she finally reached this hotel, it was a bit late, and she caught wind of Kalel's irate questioning.

"I'd like to see who is so bold," Susanna declared.

As Norah struck Kalel, everyone in the banquet hall watched in silence. No one dared to intervene or make a sound to break their intense moment.

Then, Susanna emerged in front of everyone. She graced the scene, dressed in a pink princess gown. Her long hair cascaded down her back, complemented by exquisite and charming makeup. Her big, shining eyes captured attention, and behind her stood six towering bodyguards in sharp black suits.