Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 38:

Derek’s expression softened as he said, “Isn’t there still plenty of time before the Grace Cup? Madeline’s not going anywhere. What’s the rush to ask her today?”

Kathy said those words to change the subject, clearly not interested in seeking advice from Madeline regarding the Grace Cup. She jumped up and pushed Derek toward the door. “Understood. Derek, make it quick and get going. Madeline needs to get dressed.”

Once the door shut, Madeline asked, “So, are you actually going to join the Grace Cup?”

Kathy confirmed with a nod. “Yes, I studied fashion design at university. I’m eager to enter competitions to build my name. I need your support, Madeline.”

Madeline appeared unsure and said, “But I’ve also entered the Grace Cup’s fashion design contest. If I assist you, it might detract from my own work.”

She looked down, her gaze carrying a hint of mystery and uncertainty. She hadn’t signed up for the contest until Kathy brought it up, prompting a spur-of-the-moment decision to participate. She felt she had wasted too much time during her two years abroad. Now back in Glophia and preparing to marry Derek, Madeline knew she had to be mindful of her public image.

“I’ve heard Noelle will be judging the Grace Cup this year. I’m really looking forward to meeting her in the final round,” Kathy shared her aspirations.

As a student majoring in fashion design,

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Kathy looked up to several world-famous designers, with Noelle at the top of her list. “Noelle’s designs are simply exquisite. I own one of her high-fashion pieces. I hardly ever wear it, just to keep it special!”

a sympathetic smile and said, “Then you should give it your all in the contest. I decided to compete, and

sulk. “Fine, it’s okay. You should just concentrate on your

on duty at the outpatient clinic,” Jolie announced, handing Norah the schedule.

work directly with patients at the outpatient clinic. Jolie gave Norah an encouraging pat on the back. “You’re relatively new to our Cardiac Surgery Department, so being at the outpatient clinic mostly means you’ll be waiting. If you get bored, feel free to tackle other tasks around the office.

be mindful. I get the sense that Jamison keeps a particularly

genuine medical expertise. Since Norah’s arrival, rumors had been circulating. There were whispers that Norah might be a high-ranking official’s relative who had embellished her

Jolie preferred to rely on her own judgment when forming opinions about others. Norah was friendly toward her colleague, and Jolie reciprocated with warmth. “Thanks a

“Don’t mention it.”

attached her pen to her uniform pocket and headed toward the outpatient clinic. Derek was still delaying the finalization of the

down, she knew involving Juliana could simplify matters, but Norah hesitated to burden her, considering the latter’s

found herself alone. The screen showed doctors with patients queued up, but her

there all morning, Norah finally got a patient. The first patient of the morning was a young university student seeking relief from discomfort. The clinic was busy, and the patient ended

pressure to specific acupuncture points, alleviating the patient’s discomfort in no

Surgery Department this remarkable? The pain is gone!” the

with irregular periods for some time,

was only temporary. I never thought I’d find such effective relief here. Your

session, Norah prescribed two medications for the patient. “I’ve given you medications to help stabilize your system. They should alleviate your discomfort going forward. As

patients had shown up. Norah realized the

the day once the clock hit closing time. Glancing