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?”

stole a glance and nodded. “That’s

gone overseas to study five years ago and had been somewhat of an enigma since

the collar, giving him an air of discipline, and his tailored suit accentuated his flawless physique. His expression

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

second thought, she whipped out her phone and

phone, his expression stern. “What on earth do you

you know Mr.

snatched her phone back, clicking

If Mr. Scott catches wind of

Derek’s concern. “Norah wouldn’t dare breathe a word to Mr. Scott. She’ll just stew in her own misery. And if she gets the boot

“Two birds, one

Morris. Who would’ve

a sudden twist,

Sean gave her the boot. Derek assumed Norah would go to Kason or come back to him for assistance. He gritted his teeth, seeing Norah as nothing more than

at once, Derek suspected she had a backup

he

through the doorway, and Amabel sat,

other people’s business? Tonight’s about us and

shake the feeling that something’s up with you. My

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