Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 7:

Upon hearing Joanna’s words, Norah took a moment to reflect.

The Hayes and Andrews families were among the top four families in Glophia, with the Hayes known for their military background.

She recalled Devante Hayes, a once-prominent military figure who had retired long ago.

Her dealings had mainly been with the Andrews family, rarely interacting with the other leading families in Glophia.

Joanna watched Norah closely, asking, “Norah, how did you figure it out without me saying anything about that?”

“Having been around you for so long, it’s hard not to pick up on when you’re holding something back,” Norah replied.

Norah had caught Joanna’s hesitant looks earlier, sensing she wanted to share something but was waiting for the right time.

Joanna, a bit embarrassed, chuckled. “You’re always one step ahead, Norah. What’s your drink of choice? Tonight’s on me! So, regarding the Hayes family…”

Norah raised her eyebrows and replied, “Set up a meeting to talk business, and then I’ll decide if I’ll offer to help. Now, I need to use the restroom.”

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Joanna responded immediately, “Okay!”

After leaving the restroom, Norah shook off the water from her hands and returned, accidentally running into Madeline, who was holding onto Derek.

Madeline was the first to speak. “What a surprise to bump into you here, Norah.”

sensibility, sensing instead a manipulative sneak in

isn’t your place. You shouldn’t

casually glanced at Derek and said, “Where I go and what I wear is none of

saved her life once, she felt she had repaid that favor. After helping him wake up from the coma, they were even.

stay away from me? Then why did you plead with me not to divorce

you’re mistaken. When did

Norah had only asked a question earlier, not once begging or resisting the divorce. He remembered how swiftly she had agreed to sign the divorce

frustration grew. He finally muttered, “Then fend

to leave. However, Madeline gently freed herself and said, “Derek, go ahead. I

“Be quick about it.”

was out of earshot, Madeline addressed Norah. “I’m aware you might hold some bitterness toward me for returning

“And your point is?”

quite reach her eyes as she continued, “I appreciate your stepping in to care for Derek when he needed it most—something I couldn’t do at that time. It’s unfortunate how things turned out with your marriage, but Derek is mine, and I hope you

underlying motive of Madeline’s words. She was essentially flaunting and

had taken care of for the past two years, could never reciprocate her

about anything to do with Derek anymore. When she signed the divorce papers, all her illusions faded away. To her, Derek was just a fleeting figure in life. She

yourself.” Norah lifted her head, giving Madeline a scornful

need to degrade Derek just because your

she stepped toward Madeline. “I’m

“Derek isn’t the only man

perfect match. Enjoy your life together.” With a dismissive wave, Norah left with firm steps, her heels

face. From a chamber upstairs,

asked, “Who’s that woman named Norah?

years ago. Her arrival seemed to bring luck. Despite doctors’ grim predictions for Derek’s condition back then, Derek had recovered within a year. Their marriage, even reuniting with his former love now, Norah has had a significant impact on

shift two years prior and shook his head. “Derek missed the