Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 222:

Derek took a sip of water, hesitating whether to tell Madeline about the business. Then, he opted to remain silent, keeping his thoughts to himself. Madeline, lacking any business acumen, wouldn’t grasp the complexities he dealt with daily. What was the point in explaining if she wouldn’t understand?

“Not bad,” Derek finally uttered.

Derek’s eyebrows arched in a show of impatience, but he managed to keep his tone even, preventing Madeline from sensing any displeasure.

“That’s good to hear, Derek.” Madeline’s intention to reveal her pregnancy was abruptly halted as Derek diverted his attention to answer an incoming call. She paused, watching him in silence.

Dressed sharply in a suit, Derek’s appearance was marred slightly by the fringe that obscured his eyes. His lips were a thin line, and his brow creased with concern following the conversation.

“Derek, what was the call about?” No sooner had Derek ended the call than Madeline inquired, eager for insight into the sudden shift in his demeanor.

Gripping the phone firmly, Derek announced, “Norah is with Sean.”

that had been brightening Madeline’s face suddenly froze.

on her

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cup on the table before sinking into the sofa. “Norah’s playing a clever game. She’s enchanting Sean while keeping Kason on the hook. Now that Sean and Norah

she pondered the reality of Sean and Norah’s relationship. Was Norah

relationship, a sense of reluctance shadowed his expression, leaving Madeline taken aback. Could it be that Derek still harbored feelings for Norah? The realization dawned on Madeline that if Derek’s feelings for Norah persisted, she had inadvertently played

wanted to

to reveal her pregnancy. “It’s nothing important. I was just concerned about your work at the

with the company’s operations. Just enjoy your days. However, if you

could alleviate some of the financial strain on the Carter

adopting a playful demeanor. “No, Derek,

thought of abandoning her comfortable routine

a quandary. She decided to wait for a more opportune moment to announce this news, especially given

attachment to the unborn child in her