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.

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

glanced at Derek and said, “Where I go and what I wear is none of your business, Mr. Carter. You’ve got nothing to

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

you’re desperate to stay away

you’re mistaken. When did I beg not to

not once begging or resisting

finally

However, Madeline gently freed herself and

“Be quick about it.”

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

“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 that. Derek was never yours to cling to.

immediately caught the underlying motive of Madeline’s words.

for the past two years, could never reciprocate her feelings. Despite his coldness, Derek had changed, but never Norah.

give a damn about anything to do with Derek anymore. When she signed the divorce papers, all her illusions faded away. To her, Derek was just

flatter yourself.” Norah lifted her head, giving Madeline a scornful look. “That man

no need to degrade Derek just because your marriage

stepped toward Madeline. “I’m

added casually, “Derek isn’t the

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

face. From a chamber upstairs, Kaiden Hayes observed

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

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

two years prior and shook his head. “Derek missed