Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 407:

Norah walked back to the villa, tossing her bag aside, and began unbuttoning her clothes as she climbed the stairs. Upon reaching the bathroom, she filled the bathtub to the brim, added some rose essential oil, and slowly lowered her body into the warm water.

Leaning back against the tub’s edge, she let her mind wander, reflecting on the recent events.

Sean’s justification reminded her of similar experiences with other men. Women, particularly those considered attractive, always seemed to attract attention, no matter what they were doing. The “other men” she referred to were just average men. They acted impulsively, driven by desire, often rationalizing their behavior without ever considering consent. A multitude of thoughts raced through her mind, and it was only when she realized Sean’s sense of entitlement that everything clicked. Sean, too, was just another man.

It was absurd how men could ignore a woman’s desires in the name of lust, imposing their will without a second thought.

A woman’s thoughts, her needs, and her comfort mattered just as much. She took a deep breath and submerged herself underwater, trying to clear her mind.

She remembered the time at Sun Park when she accepted Sean’s confession. She had expressed her discomfort with him getting too close to other women, and the same applied to her. Was it possible that, in a moment of desire, Sean might sleep with someone else?

her resurface, water droplets

eyes. If she ever found out, she would seek revenge before leaving. She had already disrupted the Carter family; now, she

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She covered her head with her hand, feeling a headache beginning to form. When she had discussed this matter

I overreacting?” Norah asked, her voice

a large yellow mango, nodding vigorously with a spoon

seems a tad melodramatic. It’s just the kind of intimacy that comes with being in a young relationship,”

blushed, feeling unsure. “Um,

since you’re in a relationship, he should respect your feelings. I agree with you. If something bothers you, speak up boldly. Otherwise, men might exploit

anger and frustration slowly dissipating. Reflecting on these issues alone had only fueled her irritation, but after opening up

make women act unpredictably. I’ve experienced it myself,” Alice continued, taking a generous bite of the mango. “Men often find such

the sweet, juicy mango. The ones in Cesland were delectable, sweet, and affordable.

parts of being in Cesland were