Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 184:

Norah shook her head, trying to dispel the persistent memories that troubled her. She had come here driven by a nagging suspicion.

With an indifferent demeanor, Norah entered the bar, paying no mind to the welcoming glances. Choosing a booth by the counter, she was soon approached by a striking gentleman.

“Is this seat taken, beauty? May I offer you a drink?” he asked. He settled beside Norah and signaled to the bartender, saying, “A White Queen for this lady, please.”

Norah couldn’t help but notice the man’s good looks. He was the type who drew attention and admiring glances wherever he went. His eyes sparkled with a gentle twinkle, and his smile was inviting and charismatic, radiating an almost magnetic allure.

“It’s no fun drinking alone. How about we introduce ourselves? I’m Josh Sampson,” he said, his voice smooth and confident.

Josh nodded politely, his demeanor courteous. He tried to take Norah’s hand to kiss it, but she declined the gesture with a subtle motion.

burgundy suit, Josh’s hair was slicked back, though a few rebellious strands framed his face. His grin carried a hint of playfulness, and his oceanic blue eyes seemed to draw one in—mesmerizing and profound, capturing

to treat you to this drink. And perhaps, if you’re willing, we could share another,”

slid a glass of white sparkling wine toward Norah and picked up a red wine glass for himself. He crossed his

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a sip, Josh’s playful smirk grew more pronounced. He studied Norah with his deep blue eyes, filled with bold curiosity. Unlike Alice’s eyes, Josh’s held a cooler,

White Queen not to your liking? Perhaps a

curtly. She lifted the glass, inhaling its scent. It

drink wasn’t too strong—it resembled more of a fruity wine. Being far from home, Norah was cautious about potential drink tampering. Whether

her hair to her legs. His interest was barely concealed. He

The men she had encountered often had a predictable response

regardless of her identity, he always gazed at her with admiration in his eyes. Even after an accidental night together, Sean’s gaze toward her never held any

Norah felt the warmth of the alcohol but remained