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.”

sneak in her.

beauty. “Norah, this isn’t your place. You shouldn’t dress

I go and what I wear is none of your business, Mr. Carter.

all her heart. Even though he had saved her life once, she felt she had repaid that favor. After helping him wake up from the coma, they were

stay away from me? Then

you’re mistaken. When

begging or resisting the

frustration grew. He finally muttered,

hand, ready to leave. However, Madeline gently freed herself and said, “Derek, go ahead. I need a moment

“Be quick about it.”

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

“And your point is?”

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 can accept that.

motive of Madeline’s words.

Derek, whom she had taken care of for the past two years, could never reciprocate her feelings.

signed the divorce papers, all her illusions faded away. To her, Derek was just a fleeting figure in life. She was ready to leave the

giving Madeline a scornful look. “That man you value as a treasure is

smile tightened. “Norah, there’s no need to degrade Derek

laughed as she stepped toward

added casually, “Derek isn’t

Enjoy your life together.” With a dismissive wave, Norah left with firm steps, her heels echoing sharply against the floor, embodying a sense

From a chamber

he asked, “Who’s that woman named Norah? She seems to be

the Carter family two 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,

the Carter family’s shift two years prior and shook his head. “Derek