Chapter: 70
Derek eyed Norah skeptically, giving her a thorough once-over, and concluded his assumption was logical.
Derek couldn't fathom why Joanna, from a wealthy background, would show kindness to Norah, whom he deemed unworthy. Derek was sure Joanna had hidden motives concerning Norah.
Norah nearly laughed at Derek's absurd accusations, finding his bullshits more amusing than offensive.
“Think as you please, Mr. Carter. My only concern is, when will the divorce be finalized?"
"You're so eager about this divorce. Are you already scouting your next target?" Derek's expression was one of continued annoyance as he stared at Norah's striking features. "You'll need to be patient. I'm in no rush to conclude our business!"
"Aren't you worried about Madeline being labeled as the other woman?"
“I'm well aware that Madeline is nothing Like that. I pay no mind to gossipers. I don't care what they say! The divorce will only proceed once the investigation into you concludes.”
Norah's smile hinted at her resolve. "In that case, you should brace yourself for a legal notice."
Norah couldn't help but think that Derek's lack of intelligence was precisely why the Carter family had never ascended into high society.
“Norah, what are you implying?"
“My words are clear."
Rising from her seat, Norah towered over Derek. "Mr. Carter, don't assume you can manipulate everything in Glophia to your advantage. If I don't hear from you by Sunday, expect to be summoned by the court."
Just then, the cafe door burst open.
"Norah, shame on you! Derek has divorced you. Why do you cling to him?" Madeline stormed in, her eyes brimming with tears, and approached them. Her voice shook as she spoke, and by the end, she was openly weeping.
“When I was overseas, I endured your marriage to Derek. But now that I'm back, can you please let him go? Our love for each other is real. I'm begging you!" Tears flowed as Madeline pleaded, her distress evident.
"So, that elegant lady turns out to be the home wrecker? She married that guy while his true love was away. What a discreet thing to do," an onlooker commented.
“Don't be fooled by appearances. That expensive dress she's wearing is worth a fortune. She seems quite affluent."
"What good is wealth and beauty if one lacks morals?"
The cafe buzzed with whispered judgments, and someone even began filming.
Norah quickly saw Madeline's attempt to tarnish her reputation.
Derek, caught off guard by Madeline's dramatic entrance, hurried to comfort her, "Madeline, please stop crying. Things between Norah and me aren't as you imagine."
He had planned today as a spa day for Madeline, seizing the opportunity to meet with Norah alone. Madeline's unexpected appearance took him by surprise.
Madeline, through her tears, implored, “Is Norah troubling you again? She made a spectacle at the race to draw your attention, and now, she's chosen the day my parents return to confront you. Norah, I ask you, can you give Derek back to me?"
Norah gazed at her with a frosty demeanor, "Is Derek a possession? Something to be handed off?"