Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 275:

Derek gripped Madeline’s hand firmly. Seeing how Coen and the Powell family had pushed forward with that small project, Derek sensed their diminishing regard for the Carter family. Once, when the Carter Group held considerable influence, the Powell family had sought to establish a close relationship for mutual development. Now, Derek realized, their respect had waned.

He assumed Madeline would only be truly cared for when she was by his side. Smiling at Derek, Madeline felt conflicted. Would she commit to marrying into the Carter family today? She hadn’t made up her mind yet. A part of her felt like saying no to the commitment.

For an entire week, Derek had refrained from giving Madeline any money. He told her to avoid buying fancy things and even thought getting a manicure was too expensive. The Carter family’s living situation was truly struggling now.

“Derek, my mom meant no harm. She just worries about me,” Madeline defended her mother.

“I understand your mother’s intentions. Mrs. Powell, what more do you want to say?” Derek replied coldly.

Derek’s harsh words cast a shadow over Coen’s and Rhoda’s faces. They had looked down on Derek ever since his divorce, where he had lost the majority of his family’s wealth.

What was he capable of? Derek couldn’t even hold onto his family’s property. How could he possibly bring happiness to Madeline? How could he ensure that the child growing inside Madeline’s belly would have a secure and joyful home?

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$660,000 worth of wedding gifts,” Coen demanded. “I want to ensure she lives comfortably. Madeline is the last one in our family to get married. Her sisters received generous

quite uncomfortable. It seemed Coen believed they were eager for Madeline to marry

regard. Although they felt this way privately, they still maintained appearances. Juliana and Sharon took charge of the discussion, with Coen and

was ready

from behind her mother, Kathy smirked at Madeline, thinking she was a manipulative woman who only knew how to act delicate and innocent in front of Derek. Noticing Kathy’s

you, or else you’ll accuse me of copying.” Wasn’t Madeline

remained unchanged. “Kathy, you misunderstood. I’m just concerned you’re

you speak

“Wasn’t I speaking normally?”

If I catch you speaking to Madeline like that again, don’t be surprised