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.”

sensing instead a manipulative sneak in her. Despite the events earlier in the day, Madeline approached her with a smile, pretending as if nothing

his frustration when he saw Norah’s glowing beauty. “Norah, this isn’t your place. You shouldn’t dress like that. Are you really that keen

Derek and said, “Where I go and what I wear is none

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 even. Plus,

to stay away from me?

scoffed. “Mr. Carter, you’re mistaken. When did I beg

earlier, not once begging or resisting the divorce. He remembered how

grew. He finally muttered,

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

“Be quick about it.”

addressed Norah. “I’m aware you might hold some bitterness toward me for returning and capturing Derek’s heart, but it was bound to

“And your point is?”

at that time. It’s unfortunate how things

caught the underlying motive of Madeline’s

indicated that Norah should accept the harsh truth: Derek, whom she had taken care of for the past two years, could never reciprocate her feelings.

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 was ready to

her head, giving Madeline a scornful look. “That man you value

need to degrade Derek

stepped toward Madeline. “I’m merely stating the

sneer, Norah added casually, “Derek isn’t the

by. “You two are a perfect match. Enjoy your life together.” With a dismissive wave, Norah left

frustration etching her face. From a chamber

“Who’s that woman named Norah?

seemed to bring luck. Despite doctors’ grim predictions for Derek’s condition back then, Derek had recovered within a year. Their marriage, even

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