Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 3:

Norah clasped Juliana’s hand, her expression lighting up with a smile, seemingly oblivious to Sharon’s harsh comments. “You seem to suffer from a bit of a cough. I happen to know a soup that will help soothe it. I’ll give the recipe to the butler later.”

Juliana, who had always appreciated Norah’s compliant and thoughtful nature, responded, “You’re such an angel, Norah. Well, I’m not getting any younger, and my health has been declining with age. My darling, you’re the only one who shows such concern for my well-being.”

Feeling ignored, Sharon’s face turned pale as she mocked, “Oh, come on. Drop the act! Now that the divorce agreement is signed, you don’t need to keep up the charade. Do you honestly believe staying close to Juliana will grant you the right to benefit from the Carter family?”

Before Norah could respond, Juliana interjected, “Norah has always been nice to us all since joining our family. She was by Derek’s side throughout his coma, caring for him diligently. Not to mention, she has always treated both you and me with respect. Why are you being so ungrateful now, after all she has done for our family these past two years?”

“Juliana! Norah is nothing but a bastard from the Wilson family. Why do you continue to defend her?” Sharon stomped her feet.

Sharon glared at Norah, pressing, “Did I say something wrong? Does this bastard deserve to be Derek’s wife? Had it not been for you and your husband’s insistence on her marrying Derek, I would’ve never approved of this woman.”

“Plus, she’s lived off the Carter family’s fortune since the marriage. Naturally, she should treat Derek and us with respect. Why do you make it sound like she did something great? Furthermore, she hasn’t conceived in the two years since joining our family. You do want great-grandchildren, right? I bet Derek divorced her because of that.”

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Juliana’s expression grew severe. “Sharon, watch your language. How can you speak such nonsense?”

Though taken aback by Juliana’s stern expression, Sharon retorted, “I’m merely stating facts. Thankfully, she didn’t conceive, since that could have complicated the divorce. Any child of hers would be unwelcome.”

Juliana, visibly disturbed by Sharon’s words, yet gripping Norah’s hand reassuringly, advised, “Ignore her, Norah. She’s coarse and foul-mouthed. Please, I urge you not to be rash with the divorce. As long as I breathe, I only recognize you as Derek’s wife. My husband and I truly appreciate you. Don’t fret over Derek’s reasoning. Focus on getting along with Derek and leading a fulfilling life together.”

Sharon, her eyes brimming with frustration, asked, “Juliana, what’s wrong with you? Why are you and your husband always defending Norah? Damn! Norah, just accept that you and Derek are over. That will be best for everyone.”

Norah raised her eyes to Juliana, tears shimmering within them.

don’t get a say in Derek’s matters. Stay out of this

appreciation for Norah to you once again. If

with anger and embarrassment, her lips

turned her attention back to Norah, asking, “What are your thoughts,

tears rolling down her cheeks as she struggled to speak. “I really appreciate it, Juliana. But today, I caught Madeline and Derek having sex in what used to be our shared bed. Plus, Derek’s

creased with worry as she said, “The

firmly, offering, “You’ve endured

a brief hush settled over the

now. I’ve got to make that slut pay.” Sharon quickly snatched her bag and darted out of the

and smiled with relief, saying,

“Well, I won’t press further.

for me.” Tears gathered in Juliana’s

recognizing her significance in Derek’s

wiped away Juliana’s tears, acknowledging the genuine kindness she had been shown. “Will do. Well, I’ll take my leave now. Please

unaware of the

and the others to

The butler acknowledged, “Understood.”

exited Carter Manor, the family’s chauffeur approached her. “Madam, where would you like to go?” he asked politely, still regarding Norah as Derek’s

with the divorce papers signed, Norah understood she had severed

down at her

her

returned, and Derek’s throwing her a welcome party tonight. It’s going to be quite the event.

response was brief. “Count