Chapter: 841

In the realm of business, it was often preferable to gain an additional friend rather than an additional enemy.

Though they might not be acquainted now, they could potentially have future interactions. Such gatherings served as opportunities to forge new connections through mutual friends or relatives.

"Who would have imagined that Derek and Madeline would tie the knot after their tumultuous past three years ago? It's a testament to true love. Regardless of the challenges they faced, they managed to overcome them."

"I disagree. I can't help but pity Norah. She dedicated herself to caring for Derek, who was in a vegetative state, only for him to divorce her once he regained consciousness and his first love returned. I heard he attempted to pressure her into surrendering all of their marital assets, but his efforts were unsuccessful, resulting in a substantial loss on his end."

"Madeline's character is questionable. She was fully aware that Derek was married, yet she chose to pursue him. Coincidentally, his vegetative state followed her departure overseas. Does she not feel any sense of guilt?"

"Shh, keep your voice down. We shouldn't speak ill of them where they might overhear.”

“Why shouldn't I be able to pass judgment, given their actions?" I only attended this wedding for potential collaborations with other guests. I can't bear witnessing Derek and Madeline together."

“Hey, do you think Norah will show up? It's her ex-husband marrying someone else so soon. How can she be okay with that?"

“Norah is with Sean now. Maybe she'll come. With the support of the Scott family, she has nothing to fear.”

As people gathered and gossiped, their words dripped with disdain and sarcasm.

Derek and Madeline should indeed expect to face public scrutiny for their actions.

In a dressing room, the makeup artist was applying makeup to Madeline.

Madeline, adorned in a fluffy and exquisite wedding dress, sat on the chair with her eyes closed, allowing the makeup artist to work her magic.

"Kathy, please keep the rings and necklace. They're extremely important."

Kathy, with a slight bulge in her belly, diligently checked the items while the two bridesmaids and groomsmen discussed the proceedings with the emcee.

Sharon and Adrian had been busy entertaining guests in the hall.

Today, Madeline hadn't had the time to see the two of them.

“Wait, Madeline, are you sure you've handed me the necklace? I've found the rings, but I didn't come across the necklace."

As Derek's younger sister, Kathy was tasked with assisting at the wedding. She had volunteered to help, including safeguarding the rings and necklace, and all of the bride's belongings were entrusted to her care.

Without opening her eyes, Madeline casually instructed, "Keep searching."

As Kathy counted again, her expression darkened. “I still can't find it."

"Derek bought it for me. It cost around one million! How could you not find it?"

Madeline shrugged off the makeup artist's hand and fixed Kathy with a glare. "Are you sure?"

Kathy's hands trembled.