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?”

“It was just out of curiosity—I didn’t do anything wrong. Derek,

sense of satisfaction. She realized Phillip was skilled at teasing and knowledgeable—after all,

please,” Norah said, not interested in watching them argue. She

on his mind, leaving no extra attention to spare for Norah. Once he returned the phone to Norah, he didn’t

phone, promptly opened the rear door of the sleek black car, and settled

Sean preferred having no one next to him. However,

hadn’t objected, Phillip decided it was

Norah sat next to Sean with

ice. “Thank you for

showed a change as he replied, “Had I known you were without a vehicle, I would’ve arranged a ride for you sooner. You don’t need to thank

I have a favor

someone. She affirmed, “I will do my

suspected Sean’s kindness was aimed at ensuring she’d dedicate her efforts to Rodrigo’s

car fell into

feeling agitated. He realized the gossip swirling around Glophia was fueled by his and Madeline’s public appearances.

hand on her

bother me. Being with you is

addressed Kathy’s reckless actions at the

Sean mentioned a topic. “Supernatural Doctor, is it within your capability

me too

be a concern today,” Norah responded, her voice calm yet

appeared disappointed by

about someone else’s health besides Rodrigo Scott?” Norah considered the possibility that Sean might be seeking help for another individual if Rodrigo’s

behind the wheel, asked,

“Dreamview Villas,” Norah directed.

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

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