Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 30:

“Sean, who’s that upstairs? Phillip, do you know her? I’m dying of curiosity over here.”

Norah caught this as she was halfway down the stairs. She briefly paused, then continued her descent. Her footsteps echoed clearly in the quiet.

The young girl below caught the sound and looked up expectantly.

Norah, in white loungewear, glanced at the young girl, and their eyes met. Despite her slight pallor, Norah’s beauty remained undiminished. Her long hair cascaded down her back, and even in casual attire, her presence was striking. She strolled into the living room with ease.

“Hi, I’m Susanna. What’s your name?” Susanna asked, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. She wore a pink and white outfit that enhanced her youthful charm.

Norah responded with a friendly smile. “Pleasure to meet you. I’m Norah, Norah Wilson. My brother talks about you quite often.”

Susanna mused aloud, her brow furrowing as she tapped her chin. “Hmm, take some water, and remember to take your medicine after meals.”

Sean interjected, placing a glass of warm water on the table for Norah.

Grateful for the refreshment, Norah thanked him and took a satisfying drink. She finally felt better.

ᴹᴼᴿᴱ ᵁᴾᴰᴬᵀᴱˢ ᴵᴺ ᴳᴬᴸᴺᴼⱽᴱᴸˢ.ᶜᴼᴹ

After setting the glass down for Norah, Sean pivoted and exited the living room.

“That’s it! You’re the Selene whose mask was taken off at the Krusa Mountain Racing recently, right?” Susanna exclaimed, her realization sparking excitement.

of Sean bringing up her name frequently probably happened after that race. She supposed Sean was still

female racer! I have videos of your races in my room! I can’t believe I’m actually meeting you!” With a cheerful smile, Susanna noticed Norah seated on the couch and drew nearer. “Norah, do you feel

think it was anything serious. She planned

relief upon hearing this. “I was quite startled to see you coming in. He mentioned you needed to rest because you caught a cold and told me not to

here in his

I’ve seen my brother so caring toward a woman. But once I heard it was you, it all made sense.” Leaning in,

a hint of pride, Susanna said, “He must really admire your skills on

the sofa, Phillip caught Susanna’s words. He knew the answer—Norah had long known

of intrigue, Norah decided to play along

Susanna pointed toward the kitchen and said, “And he’s an excellent cook.” She couldn’t hide her smug expression. “He rarely cooks, so you’re quite

Sean’s cooking, surprised to learn that someone of

with the final dish, setting it on the table before announcing, “Dinner’s served.” Looking at Norah from head to toe, Susanna strolled over and whispered to Sean,

composure before gently nudging Susanna toward the table, urging, “Just focus on

Susanna guided Norah to the dining table and chose a seat beside her. “Norah, you’ve

front of her. “Not everyone gets to savor his cooking,” she said proudly. Norah took a bite, gave the food a moment’s consideration, and

like you hold a special place

off guard, Norah suddenly

Norah’s back, she looked at Sean, then back at Norah, bewildered. “Norah, are you alright? Sean, did I

just said what was on her mind. Sean calmly poured a glass of water and set it down before Norah,

in her throat. She gratefully accepted the

he mean? Did it mean something? She

playfully prodded,

conversation veering off course, Norah interjected, “That’s not how it is…” She felt there was absolutely nothing going on between

this time with a