Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 18

Chapter 18:

Norah extended her hand toward Derek, silently asking for her phone back. Derek held on to Norah’s phone firmly, but before he could respond, Kathy sneered, “Norah, quite the social butterfly. Acquainted with not just Miss Andrews and Nocturne, but Mr. Scott, too. Your circle is impressively broad.”

Kathy couldn’t hide her irritation, yet in deference to Sean, she restrained herself. “What’s so great about her? It’s all about drawing attention from men, isn’t it?”

Madeline intervened, “Kathy, enough with the baseless comments. You’re tarnishing Norah’s reputation.” They were spreading rumors about Norah, trying to make everyone believe she was liberated and seeking attention. Yet, Sean was fully aware of what was happening between him and Norah.

Before Norah could respond, Sean beat her to it, saying, “Looks like you all know what’s on my mind better than I do.”

Caught off guard, Madeline managed a strained smile. “No, that’s not what I meant.”

From the driver’s seat, Phillip spoke up, “Miss Powell, rumors suggest your overseas marriage hit a rough patch, prompting your return for some peace. Yet, it seems you’ve entangled yourself with a married man. The gossip about you being ‘the other woman’ has spread.”

Sean raised an eyebrow. “Really? Is that the case?”

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Tears welled up in Madeline’s eyes as she protested, “I’m not the other woman. Derek and I share true love…” She sought refuge in Derek’s embrace, concealing her face.

At Sean’s cue, everything seemed to fall into an uncomfortable silence.

Phillip continued, “And Miss Carter, what about those fellows you were with at Glamour Club the other night? It looks like you were juggling two boyfriends—didn’t bring them along today?”

Kathy was taken aback, her reply faltering. “I don’t have a boyfriend.”

Phillip retorted, “But many people saw you dancing intimately that day.”

Now puzzled, Norah confronted Kathy. “You hit the club telling us nothing? And who were those guys?”

curiosity—I didn’t do anything wrong. Derek, you won’t spill this to my parents, right? Please keep it between

realized Phillip was skilled at teasing and knowledgeable—after

not interested in watching

whose tears were still on his mind, leaving no extra attention to spare for Norah.

rear door of the sleek black car, and

to sit in the front passenger seat because Sean preferred having no one next to him. However, when he noticed Norah had already

Phillip decided it was best to

off, whisking them away, Norah sat next to Sean with

Sean broke the ice. “Thank you

a change as he replied, “Had I known you were without a vehicle, I would’ve arranged a ride

seriously. “Besides, I have a

to someone. She affirmed, “I will do my best to assist

came without a cost, and she suspected Sean’s kindness was aimed at ensuring she’d dedicate her efforts to Rodrigo’s

car fell into

then turned his attention back to the unfolding drama, feeling agitated. He realized the gossip swirling around Glophia was fueled by his and Madeline’s public appearances. He felt people were becoming aware of his divorce from

a hand on her shoulder.

“Derek, what others say doesn’t bother

her words, Derek first addressed Kathy’s reckless actions at the

“Supernatural Doctor, is it within your capability to heal

with a level of modesty, “You’re giving me too much credit, Mr. Scott.

any illness, cancer wouldn’t be a concern today,” Norah responded, her voice calm

disappointed by her

Scott, are you asking about someone else’s health besides Rodrigo Scott?” Norah considered the possibility

wheel,

“Dreamview Villas,” Norah directed.

was momentarily taken aback upon learning their destination was also Dreamview Villas. Sean remained silent,

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