Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 98:

Derek’s expression darkened, his features clouding over with a mix of concern and irritation. “Kathy, you’ve really come into your own! Do you even know what kind of…”

Jordy stopped, wearing a displeased frown. “Well now, Kathy, why don’t you enlighten me? What sort of fellow do you think I am?”

Everyone knew Jordy was the type to throw his weight around, lacking any moral compass. Knowing this, Derek bit his tongue, fearing Jordy’s potential retribution. The Carter clan wasn’t exactly a force to be reckoned with.

Suppressing her distaste at Jordy’s touch, Kathy lifted her gaze defiantly. “Jordy’s offered to take me to the auction. I can get in without your assistance.”

The price? Just a single night with Jordy! But to Kathy, the tradeoff was negligible. Rubbing elbows with the elite outweighed a night’s inconvenience.

Norah tapped Kasan’s arm, her expression amused. “Mind lending me a little attention while this plays out?”

A hint of intrigue danced in Norah’s eyes as she stood by, observing the unfolding scene. Kasan stayed by Norah’s side, drawing curious glances at their undeniable attractiveness. Onlookers wondered why they just stood at the entrance. Beside Kasan was a stunning woman, unmistakably the wife of Derek, yet Derek was in an argument with Kathy.

Since Kasan stood by Norah’s side, onlookers’ curiosity was piqued about their relationship. Speculation buzzed as bystanders passed by.

Jordy prodded further, a smirk playing on his lips. “Well, come on then. What kind of man am I? I’m dying to hear your thoughts!”

“Mr. Smith, everyone’s well aware of your reputation. No need for us to spell it out. We wish to avoid upsetting you. You can check for yourself if that’s what you want to know,” Madeline interjected, standing steadfastly by Derek’s side.

Derek breathed a sigh of relief, silently grateful for Madeline’s quick thinking. Glancing at Kathy, nestled in Jordy’s embrace, Derek couldn’t shake off a sense of unease. Just the other day at the Glamour Club, Norah and Jordy had squared off. So why was Kathy now cozying up to him? Regardless of the Carter family’s financial woes, Derek felt Kathy didn’t need to stoop this low.

spoke up, each word carefully measured.

response was resolute. “Mr. Smith, let’s get

squeeze on her butt, shooting Derek a smug grin. “Sorry

baffled by Jordy’s cryptic remark. Turning to inquire, he

sudden respect for this woman?

Kathy, the slap echoing sharply. “Watch your mouth! Speak

Norah, Jordy’s demeanor shifted drastically. “Miss Wilson, Mr. Hayes, please pardon her rudeness. I’ll

Kathy silently. Her outburst had jeopardized his attempts to curry favor with Norah. He couldn’t afford to let Kathy ruin

long ago at the Glamour Club, Norah had given Jordy a sound thrashing. Yet here he

with the wealthy? She used to be nothing in the Carter household, but now we’re expected to bow and scrape?”

club. If she’d complained, we’d be in hot water by now,” Rhoda chimed in, her voice

his fist, his jaw tightening. “Norah won’t dare. No matter what we do or say, she won’t dare cross us. Besides, those men won’t give her the time

“Derek’s got a point. They’ll

uneasy glances, both visibly

the auction house, Norah’s interest waned. “Kason,

“Okay.”

hurrying out. “Miss

delay to the commotion outside. She’d

her next to Sean.

settling