Chapter: 849

Last time, this woman had ordered Sean to sabotage his cooperation with the Powell family, and he had yet to forgive her for it.

He even wished she were dead.

As he caught sight of her at his daughter's wedding, he couldn't help but feel a surge of shock. Though he cursed her silently, he refrained from confronting her. The memory of his previous anger- induced fainting spell dissuaded him from any rash action, and he was determined not to repeat the experience.

Observing Coen's avoidance, Norah redirected her attention to Derek and Madeline.

How serene, she mused. Throughout, she had been an outsider, intruding upon their relationship like a mere bystander.

On the screen on the stage, sweet moments between the couple and their joyful photos played out.

Derek knelt before Madeline, uttering heartfelt words of affection, prompting some emotional guests to shed tears. They understood the trials the couple had faced and found solace in witnessing their eventual happiness.

Among those aware of Madeline's troubled past, silent appreciation for the couple's joyous moment prevailed. Some even reached for their phones to document the occasion, capturing its beauty.

Norah's gaze remained tranquil as she patiently awaited the unfolding of the lively scene.

Juliana sighed softly, "I didn't support their relationship at first, but who would have thought that after all these twists and turns, they would finally tie the knot."

Norah reflected, indeed, that two individuals destined for each other would inevitably find their way back together, despite the numerous hurdles they encountered along the journey.

Following Derek's heartfelt expressions, Madeline proceeded to read her vows.

Suddenly, a majority of lights were abruptly extinguished.

"What's happening? A power outage? Why the sudden dimming of lights?"

"It seems intentional. See, the large screen at the rear still displays photos and videos."

“They could have forewarned us. It caught me off guard.”

The lights dimmed, leaving only the stage lights and the vibrant glow of the screen.

Madeline glanced at Derek, puzzled. Was this unexpected twist orchestrated by Derek? It wasn't included in the rehearsal.

Derek dismissed it as an impromptu addition by the wedding planning team and didn't give it much thought. His gaze casually scanned the room, until it met Norah's eyes in the audience.

As he observed her impassive face, he couldn't shake off a faint sense of nostalgia. Was it mere speculation or hopeful imagination?

Was her attendance at his wedding a manifestation of her inability to let him go?

A peculiar flutter stirred within him, reserved exclusively for Norah.

Following Madeline's pregnancy, he found himself harboring renewed sentiments for her.

Now, he no longer sought her financial support, as the company had achieved stability. So, did this mean he actually couldn't erase Norah from his thoughts?