Chapter 87 MockeryKathys contempt was on the verge of boiling over Joanna was seething with anger while Norah remained as cool as a cucumber which only served to heighten Kathys anxietywwListen up last time Derek and I spotted Mr Scott wining and dining with a lady at the Sky Restaurant Do you know her Miss Wilson Shes Amabel from the Morris clan a hotshot business consultant working for a bigshot company abroad They were giggling and chatting away like old acquaintancesMadeline couldnt help but smirk her eyes brimming with malice as she fixed a pointed gaze on Norah hoping to witness her breakdownIn Madelines book Norah had barely been with Sean for a month before Sean moved on to another woman Surely Norah must be going through a rough time rightJumping on the bandwagon Kathy chimed in So Norah are you crashing at the Hayes familys house Mr Hayes doesnt mind that you just split with my brother and now Mr Scotts given you the boot Oh the dramaKathy and Madeline exchanged a knowing glance their eyes betraying their unabashed delightin Norahs seemingly misfortuneThe salesperson from BelleVogue had been following Norah and Joanna since they walked in Attempting to diffuse the tension she approached them and said Ladies do you need any helpKathy shot back haughtily Who do you think you are Did we ask for your damn assistanceThe salesperson visibly paled but persisted Maam Im just a salesperson here at BelleVogue If you need anything just let me know All of you are valued customers Lets not argue please Madeline tugged at Kathys arm Kathy she didnt mean any provocation Why start a fightThe salesperson glanced
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gratefully at MadelineKathy relented begrudgingly Fine I shouldnt have snapped at herKathy then gestured arrogantly toward Norah But this pauper couldnt afford a single thing in this store If she accidentally ruins a dress she couldnt even afford to compensateNorah spoke up slowly her tone icy You call me a pauper Pot meet kettleJoanna couldnt help but burst into laughter You and Madeline are merely beggars Itsalmost conical for you to hurl insults What makes you think you have any right to judgeNorahPointing an accusing finger at Norah Kathy retorted What nonsense are you spouting Youre the pauper hereNorahs expression turned cold as she grabbed Kathys finger and bent it forcefully eliciting immediate cries of pain Ouch ouch ouch Let go of my hand Madeline help me It hurtsKathy struggled to free her finger but Norahs grip seemed unyielding firmly holding onto herfinger and preventing any escape She watched helplessly as Norah pressed down on her handNorah sneered I cant stand people pointing fingers at me I find it intolerable so I might aswell break itIts going to breakMadeline at Kathys painful cries pleaded anxiously Miss Wilson please let go Do you really want Derek to come over here and see thisDo I Madeline get this straight Its you two who provoked me Norah stated firmly Joanna and I were just happily browsing through clothes when you two started barking at us What were not allowed to fight back We have to just take your barkingJoanna chuckled crossing her arms Ive never seen such unreasonable people beforeWith a swift shake Norah tossed Kathy aside
Tears welling up in her eyes Kathy cowered behind Madeline nursing her throbbing finger With a slightly quavering voice she said I didnt say anything wrong Your source of income is murky You havent got a penny to your name If thats not being a pauper then what isNorah raised an eyebrow about to respondWho said Miss Wilsons broke As these words filled the room all tumed for the source of the voiceThe salesperson breathed a sigh of relief Finally someone capable had stepped inA dapper and suave man sauntered gracefully over to Norah his voice dripping with charm Even if Miss Wilson decides to use our clothes as drapes we wouldnt bat an eyelashKathy and Madeline were taken aback And who might you beUsing BelleVogues attire as curtains Even the wealthiest wouldnt squander money like that Judging by the mans demeanor it seemed he couldnt care less about BelleVogues merchandise The total number of BelleVogues luxury exceeded a hundred thousand with personalized items potentially reaching ten millionThe salesperson spoke up This is BelleVogues designer and the store managerAaron stood beside Norah his voice tinged with anger Norah why didnt you tell me you werehere I heard these two morons mocking you the moment I stepped out and it set me offJoanna chimed in I feel the same way Aaron Norah isnt fazed at all but their bullshits haddriven me up the wallNorah remained composed showing no sign of angerMadeline and Kathy exchanged a glance BelleVogues designerKathy whispered to Madeline I heard that the judge for the Grace Cup is one of BelleVogues designers Could it be himMadelines eyes sparkled It might very well beThen Madeline smiled warmly at Aaron So youre the designer Aaron Harvey Please accept our apologies for our little misbehavior Do you happen to know NorahMadeline apologized humbly while Aaron responded with a hint of arrogance Norah is my distinguished client Show some respect in your words or BelleVogue might choose not to serve youWithout missing a beat Norah let Aaron scold the two Aaron stood tall continuing Next time before you start barking make sure you know who youre dealing with Dont go picking fights with the big shots and end up with eggs on your stupid facesWhen Aaron emphasized barking Norahs face broke into a slight smile and Joanna couldnt hold back her mocking laughterThe salesperson had warmed up to Madeline and spoke up Maam if you need anything justlet me know Ill help you find whatever you needFeeling embarrassed Madeline struggled to maintain her composure She shot a spiteful glance at Norah behind Aaron and pushed Kathy forwardQuick to catch on Kathy exclaimed Oh my Norah you are not picky at all Now youre chasing after BelleVogues designerAaron exuded a refined demeanor and Kathys comment was designed to disgust NorahUnsurprisingly Norahs expression turned slightly chilly Are you out of your fucking mind Just because a man and a woman are seen together you immediately assume its an improper relationshipJoanna widened her eyes unable to contain her boiling fury She was about to storm over and give Kathy a piece of her mind when Norah pulled her back Norah dont hold me back Im about to blow a fuse even though youre as calm as can be Kathy youre insufferable I really want to sew you up with a freaking needleKathy still wary of Joanna shrunk behind Madeline