Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 117:

Norah’s cheeks flushed with warmth, a feeling she tried to disguise under a facade of serenity. She questioned herself: did she harbor any affection for Sean?

Truth be told, yes. Her attraction to him was undeniable, yet she chose to retreat, fearing the risk of diving into emotional waters once more.

When confronted with Sean’s assertions, Norah found herself skeptical, willing to trust only a fraction of his words. Her experience with Derek had taught her the folly of taking a man’s words to heart. Pitying a man was a recipe for lifelong regret.

This cautionary principle became a mantra she repeated to herself, a mental guard against the sway of her own feelings.

“Sean, you must be jesting. It’s common knowledge that you’re the most sought-after bachelor among Glophia’s elite young ladies. Claiming I’m the first? Forgive my disbelief,” Norah retorted, her laughter tinged with disbelief and a hint of mockery.

Her skepticism wasn’t unfounded. Given his illustrious standing, the weight of his words only diminished in her eyes.

“Regardless of my words, skepticism remains, doesn’t it? Very well,” Sean replied. His gaze pierced Norah, unsettling her composure.

“Really?” Norah replied. “While I appreciate the sentiment, I remain unconvinced.”

“Afraid I can’t return your feelings. Since the divorce, it’s Kasan who has captured my interest. He is the one I desire. As for what transpired previously, all I can offer is my apology.”

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Meeting Sean’s eyes firmly, she continued, “Clinging to a mutual dalliance is futile.”

Internally, Norah begged Kasan for forgiveness. Resorting to this pretense was her strategy to elude Sean, hoping Kasan would understand.

hold, as are my actions to undertake. My resolve remains unchanged,” he asserted, his gaze deep and turbulent

tightly.

rejection.” Traditionally, it was he who was pursued by women, not the one left yearning with unreciprocated

that everything is out in the open, there’s no need for you, Mr. Scott, to wait for me outside the hospital daily. Kasan’s presence makes your efforts

she added, “I’ll take my leave to

belongings, Norah exited the room without a backward glance, leaving Sean to brood alone in the wake of

the one she desired? He decided to

over him sparked curiosity about the allure Kason held. The memory of

submerged herself, pondering the sincerity behind Sean’s affections. The evidence of Sean’s feelings had been present all along, yet she had overlooked them, mired

perception of his true intentions. The jewelry pieces

realized the futility of dwelling

day, driven by concern for Joanna, Norah made her way to the hospital early. Upon her arrival, she sought

the night had passed without a wink of sleep. “Bryson, haven’t you gone

worry for Joanna has overshadowed everything else. I’ve put company matters on hold to be here

asked my parents to get some rest while I stayed to handle any emergencies.

and keep you updated,” Norah assured him,

the ICU, Norah spoke with the nursing staff to get an update on Joanna’s condition. The news

of inflammation, leading to a fever during the night. Thankfully, the medical staff had acted swiftly, administering medication to reduce the fever. By morning, the situation had stabilized, and the

Joanna’s otherwise robust health and the skills with which Norah had performed during the surgery, the outlook was positive. Key

news of her stable condition. “My heart has been heavy with

will be significant. It’s crucial that her family is there to provide comfort. And it might be wise to request a delay in