Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 149:

Corrin’s birthday banquet doubled as a business event, with guests from the business world present to discuss

potential collaborations.

Corrin was confident about his guest list and hadn't invited such a stunning woman.

Samira’s expression darkened. “She’s not your lover, is she?”

Corrin chuckled awkwardly. “That's absurd. But... she does seem familiar, doesn’t she?”

Samira scrutinized the woman, recognizing a faint familiarity. Just then, Luna emerged from the hotel with her

little girl.

“Mom, Dad, she’s Norah. Have you forgotten about her?” Luna said.

Samira’s and Corrin’s memories of Norah resurfaced suddenly, leaving them enlightened.

Samira blinked in surprise. “There hasn't been any news about her since she divorced Derek. | didn’t expect her

to attend this birthday banquet.”

Her remark carried a peculiar tone as she added, “I thought she’d forgotten about the Wilson family.”

Clearly, the remark was directed at Norah with intent. “After she married into the Carter family, she represented

the Wilsons. But after reaping the benefits, she abandoned us.”

Of course, Norah overheard the remarks. She halted before them and removed her sunglasses, revealing her

radiant face. “Mr. and Mrs. Wilson...”

“Wilson, it’s been a while.”

Despite not having seen Norah for quite stime, Samira and Corrin had never shown care for her, only

concerned with the advantages they gained from her marriage to Derek.

When Derek divorced Norah, he claimed their relationship had been mutually beneficial, and he was right.

All Corrin sought was business advancement. He was only after the benefits.

Casting a glance at the delicate and charming Norah, Samira remarked, “You seem to be doing well after the

divorce. Why haven't you chto see us?”

Luna chimed in, “She’s befriended people of higher social standing. Why would she concern herself with the

Wilsons? Besides, | had to invite her to this banquet personally!” Luna emphasized the word “invite.”

“Norah is now a doctor at Silver Boulder Private Hospital. I've heard she’s quite accomplished. She even claimed

her daughter had lung issues and, with a glance, kindly urgedto have doctors check on Shayla.” The irony in

Luna’s words was evident to everyone present.

“It was merely a suggestion. Whether you choose to heed it is up to you,” Norah replied, lowering her head and

casting her gaze upon the round-faced Shayla.

Shayla offered a forced smile and addressed Norah as “Auntie.”

Corrin’s expression darkened. “Since Luna extended the invitation, you may stay.”

The Wilson family was well aware of Norah's background. To them, Norah was merely a solitary woman of

mystery. When the Wilson family faced peril, Norah seized the opportunity and married into the Carter family

under the guise of being a member of the Wilson family.

They sought benefits, while Norah sought marriage with Derek. It could be considered a mutually beneficial

arrangement.

After Norah's divorce, the Wilson family never considered reaching out to her. They saw no value in maintaining

a connection with her.

Corrin’s demeanor turned icy as he contemplated this. Yet, upon realizing Norah's potential business utility, his

expression softened slightly.

Norah understood Corrin’s character well. She attended this banquet merely for the sake of their previous

cooperation, her marriage to Derek as a so-called member of the Wilson family. She was someone who

understood both gratitude and resentment.

Norah knew precisely when to express gratitude and when to seek revenge.

Luna was poised to deliver another sarcastic remark when a sharp female voice sounded behind Norah.

It was Sharon. “Norah, do you still consider yourself part of the Wilson family?”

Norah frowned and turned to see Sharon and Kathy approaching. They were adorned in elegant attire, exuding

an air of allure. Kathy appeared arrogant, seemingly unrepentant from the lessons of the past. She was still as

irritating as ever.

Sharon strode over with Kathy and said, “Norah, I'm surprised to see you here. | had assumed you'd cut ties with

the Wilson family. After all, you didn’t return to the Wilson family’s residence post-divorce. So, what brings you

here?”

Kathy stifled a laugh. “Oh, man.”

Despite the rumors about her illegitimacy, Norah was a Wilson. However, | had to admit that her lack of contact

with the Wilson family was baffling.

Right then, Luna approached, holding Shayla’s hand. “Mrs. Carter, Miss Carter.”

“You shameless woman! Keep your distance from Kathy and me!” Spotting Luna’s approach, Sharon and Kathy

hastily retreated, their expressions contorted with disgust. Luna’s smile faltered in response.

Samira couldn't bear to witness her daughter's mistreatment. “Mrs. Carter, you're here for my husband's

birthday celebration. Please show respect for my family.”

“Do you think we're willing to attend? Don’t flatter yourself!” Sharon retorted rudely. “None of your daughters is

decent. Luna had a premarital affair, and Norah was an illegitimate child. If it weren't for my desire to witness

your family’s misery, | wouldn't have bothered coming!”

Following Derek and Norah's divorce, two-thirds of the Carter family’s assets were transferred to Norah. To

maintain stability, the Carter family severed numerous unnecessary business ties, including those with the

Wilson family. The Wilson family’s lack of prominence in Glophia meant that, without cooperation with the Carter

family, they had to consider alternative strategies for advancement.

Sharon's rudeness was palpable, evident in the immediate darkening of the three Wilsons’ expressions by the

door.

Luna chuckled awkwardly. “Mrs. Carter, it appears you've cfor a spectacle. The Wilson family considers it an

honor bestowed upon us.”

“Well, you can say that again.”

Considering what had transpired between the Wilsons and Carters, | felt the Carter family had shown more

courtesy than expected. “Sharon huffed.

The loss of two-thirds of the Carter family’s assets to Norah was a source of immense anguish for Sharon. Two-

thirds of the Carter family’s wealth far exceeded the Wilsons’ holdings.

Sharon was simmering with fury. “Following the divorce, Norah had acquired two-thirds of the Carter family’s

wealth. I'd hate myself if | failed to witness sspectacle firsthand just because of my absence from this

event.”

At Sharon's accusing words, the Wilson family’s attention shifted to Norah. Two-thirds of the Carter assets was

indeed a significant amount. They felt Norah had demanded too much.

Kathy clenched her teeth, casting envious glances at Norah. Each encounter left her begrudgingly

acknowledging Norah's increasing beauty.

How could Kathy cto terms with this? After all, Norah had been relatively inconspicuous during her marriage

to Derek. After Kathy's illegal actions were exposed, she had refrained from making a scene in Norah's presence.

She hadn't anticipated encountering Norah today.