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.

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

incredible, Norah! A 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

dizzy, Norah didn’t think it was anything serious. She planned to

upon hearing this. “I was quite startled to see you coming

here in his arms?” Norah

a woman. But once I heard it

“He must really admire your

caught Susanna’s words. He

a hint of intrigue, Norah decided to play along and responded,

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 fortunate to experience his cooking on your

to learn that someone of his stature was skilled in

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, “Norah

before gently nudging Susanna

guided Norah to the dining table and chose a

savor his cooking,” she said proudly. Norah took a bite, gave the food a moment’s consideration, and

and added, “It seems like you hold a special place

Norah suddenly coughed on her

then back at

like she had just said what was on her mind. Sean calmly poured a glass of

a pain in her throat. She

he mean? Did it mean something? She was at a loss

mischief as she playfully prodded, “So, Norah’s special to you, Sean? Mind sharing

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

Sean’s voice cut through, this time with a