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.”

in Madeline’s kindness and sensibility, sensing instead a manipulative sneak in her. Despite the events

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

I wear is none of your business, Mr. Carter. You’ve got nothing to

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

he said, “So you’re desperate to stay away from me? Then why did you plead with me not to divorce

Carter, you’re mistaken. When did I

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

finally muttered, “Then fend

Madeline’s 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.”

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

“And your point is?”

time. It’s unfortunate how things turned out with your marriage, but Derek is mine, and I hope you can accept

of Madeline’s words. She was

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. Despite his coldness, Derek had

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

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

to degrade Derek just because your

as she stepped toward Madeline. “I’m merely stating

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

sparing Madeline another look, Norah walked by. “You two are a perfect match. Enjoy your life together.” With a dismissive wave, Norah left with firm steps, her heels echoing sharply against

chamber

“Who’s that woman

Morris, leisurely enjoying his drink, responded, “She’s rumored to be the Wilson family’s illegitimate daughter, who married into 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, even reuniting with his

the Carter family’s shift two years prior and