Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 152:

“Miss Wilson, it seems you have a penchant for humor,” Emil chuckled, guiding Kalel along. “Let’s go over there and have a chat, shall we?”

Emil gestured toward a sofa where a group of people were engaged in relaxed conversation. He didn’t take Norah’s remarks seriously, viewing them in the same light as Kalel’s so-called jokes.

“No, thank you. I’m not acquainted with either of you. If there’s anything to discuss, we can do it here,” Norah’s indifferent demeanor clearly conveyed her refusal.

Yet Emil, captivated by Norah’s beauty, persisted. “Miss Wilson, you may not be aware, but the Palmer Hotel, the foremost establishment in Glophia, belongs to my family. I am the young heir to the Palmer estate.”

“Oh, I see,” Norah responded smoothly. “The gentleman beside you owns the esteemed Payne Estate, valued in the millions.”

Her lips formed a graceful smile as she spoke. Kalel seethed at her indifferent demeanor, narrowing his eyes.

“Miss Wilson, you’ve recently divorced Mr. Carter, correct?” he said, his tone harsh. “We don’t hold your past against you. How much monthly support do you require? Simply state your needs, and we’ll—”

At that moment, Sharon and Kathy entered the hall, instantly noticing the captivating Norah, who commanded attention effortlessly, flanked by two men.

“Norah hasn’t changed. Still dressed in provocative attire,” Kathy whispered.

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“Whom is she trying to entice? It seems she has ulterior motives at this birthday gathering, trying to secure a long-term patron!” Sharon expressed disdain.

her. Otherwise, every time I see her, I feel

Kathy clenched her teeth. Why did Norah effortlessly attract men, while she had to resort to flattery, yet still received

for my brother. Derek has so much to offer. He deserves a more exceptional wife. Norah trades on her looks

her under the bus because of Madeline and how Madeline schemed against her. Fortunately, her

with Madeline that he’s disregarding family matters. If

agreed after hearing Kathy’s words. She had long

for

and strategize on how to separate Derek from

tried to persuade her, “Miss Wilson, would you consider our proposal? Kalel is

her beauty. What harm was there in spending some

“It’s an honor

it sly, assuming Norah wouldn’t

a fortuitous encounter,”

surprised. “Mrs. Carter?” he asked,

Did she still seek

exchanged a glance with Kalel before addressing

Such matters were considered scandalous for the Carter family, so they kept it discreet. As a result, most noble

gently tugged on her mother’s wrist. While certain words might have seemed impolite if spoken by Kathy, they

now you’re here with others at the banquet. Are you truly

for claiming a significant portion of the Carter family’s wealth, deliberately spouting harsh words. “Is it because the Wilson family refuses to support you? Do they compel

Mrs. Carter,” Norah retorted. “Rather than concerning yourself with me, perhaps you should focus on disciplining your daughter. If

slightly, alluding to Kathy’s previous