Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 322:

Neither Norah nor Alice could sleep well on the aircraft. After cleaning up, Norah and Alice relaxed on the large bed in the main bedroom and chatted. Norah didn’t hesitate to share a bed with Alice. Back when she was on a mission, she could easily fall asleep, no matter how tough the surroundings were. Plus, she had the best relationship with Alice in the organization, and they frequently shared a bed, always looking out for each other.

“Alice, what happened between you and Riss?” Norah lay on the pillow, her hands propped up under her chin as she glanced sideways at Alice.

Alice leaned against the headboard, her deep blue eyes reflecting an oceanic depth. “That day…” She paused, collecting her thoughts. “The first meeting between Riss and I was romantic. When the gunshots rang out, Riss protected the scared me and instantly fell in love with me.”

“I could’ve walked away, but I hesitated when he grabbed my hand,” Alice revealed.

Amidst the thundering gunfire and cries of agony, Riss emerged as a hero. He took Alice’s hand and rescued her from the chaos, like a knight in shining armor.

Next came the classic tale of a beauty falling for the hero.

to do, he made sure I was happy.” Alice’s eyes shimmered with

one and only, that we would always be together.” Alice’s gaze dropped, her fingers interlocked. “But not long after, he started making excuses, saying he

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was only the start. He attributed this behavior to social engagements. Whenever he went out, he would sleep with other women. I cried and argued, but it didn’t change anything. It felt like he didn’t

gently patted Alice’s arm to soothe her,

him anymore, so I planned my escape. Norah, I kept it from you because I thought I would never see him again. I lied to you. I’m sorry.” A single tear escaped Alice’s eye as she finished her

were too

didn’t blame Alice for keeping her past with Riss a secret.

it to yourself and let time deal with it, it’s okay. Just bear in mind that I’ve always had

Alice. “Our relationship has been

if Norah didn’t know all the specifics, she wholeheartedly believed in Alice. Norah’s embrace was both tender

on Norah’s shoulder, Alice couldn’t hold back her tears. “Norah, it wasn’t my intention

herself, never feeling the desire to share it with anyone. The end of her first love left her feeling