Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 76:

Derek’s words cut deep, yet Norah had clung to him for two years, hoping he would have a change of heart. She believed that one day he’d see her worth and treat her right. But when she saw Madeline’s return, Norah realized only one person could truly sway Derek’s ways, and that was Madeline!

When Kason expressed his willingness to support her happiness, Norah couldn’t help but chuckle at how she’d once only had eyes for Derek. After their split, Norah discovered a world teeming with decent men and came to understand she had been giving up too much for Derek.

“I’m a straight shooter, Kason. If something’s not right, you’ll hear it from me directly,” Norah replied.

“Sounds good,” Kason said. “Let’s aim to be good buddies then.”

“Sure thing, friend. Shall we head out?” Norah stifled a feeling, a pang of nostalgia washing over her. She found it puzzling how Kason, being a military man, could forget their shared childhood memories.

“Derek, this Sky Restaurant has such a vibe. It’s almost on par with Sola Mia Restaurant, don’t you think?” Madeline, clad in a stunning red dress with intricate details, wore a touch of makeup that enhanced her features.

Derek rested his hands on the table, musing, “It’s not quite up to Sola Mia. The food’s just average here, but the ambiance and price make it fancy in Glophia.”

Their waiter arrived with lemon water for Madeline. She took a sip, leaving a lipstick mark on the rim, then glanced around, noticing an elegantly dressed young woman in the corner.

With her hair pulled up and wearing a crisp white suit with a classy watch, the young woman exuded professionalism, holding a glass of lemon water as if she were waiting. Madeline squinted, finding the young woman vaguely familiar.

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She nudged Derek, urging him to take a look. “Derek, do you recognize her?”

glance and nodded. “That’s

study five years ago and had been somewhat of an enigma since then. “It looks like Arnabel’s back in town. I wonder who

buttoned up to the collar, giving him an air of discipline, and his tailored

over to Arnabel and took a seat opposite her. Madeline’s eyes widened. “Mr. Scott! He knows Arnabel?

out

Madeline’s phone, his expression stern. “What on earth do

you know Mr.

is on shaky ground!” Madeline snatched her phone back, clicking away for another dozen shots. “I’m going to send these over to Norah and watch her heart

out of your mind? If Mr. Scott catches wind of this, we’ll

Scott. She’ll just stew in her own misery.

“Two birds, one stone!

out on the town with Miss Morris. Who would’ve thought Mr. Scott and Miss Morris were tight? Turns out, there’s more

few words before abruptly standing up. In a sudden twist, Amabel reached out, clutching Sean’s

wondered what Norah would do once Sean gave her the boot. Derek assumed Norah would go to Kason or come back to him for assistance. He gritted his teeth,

men at once, Derek suspected she had

Scott left? Wasn’t he staying for

through the doorway, and Amabel sat, dabbing at

you poking your nose into other people’s business? Tonight’s about us and our candlelit dinner. Let’s enjoy

I can’t shake the feeling that

of annoyance. “I haven’t squared things away with Norah yet. If your folks don’t mind, I’ll set a date to introduce your family to my mom. Why are you rushing me? It’s just a