Chapter 243

"Alright, I won't come back! Maybe I'll die there, why does it matter?" Nora shouted, her voice trembling with anger and frustration. Without waiting for a response, she turned on her heels and stormed out of the house. Her mother stood frozen at the door, torn between running after her and the bitter realization that her daughter's presence or absence made no difference to their strained relationship. Nora had always been pretentious, obsessed with appearances and status. Coming home felt like a burden to her, and for the past six months, she had been almost absent—her whereabouts a mystery. Even when her mother needed financial help, she had to beg Nora for it. Now, Nora wandered through the bustling streets, drawn toward the dazzling lights of the shopping district. She stepped into high-end boutiques, her designer handbag and clothes still making her feel wealthy. Sales assistants welcomed her with warm smiles and eager enthusiasm. "Miss, this is our latest collection. Would you li