Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 410:

In addition to the noise-canceling earmuffs, Sean donned protective glasses and a specialized shooting uniform. He stood with his legs slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, holding the pistol in his left hand, facing the target. He pulled the trigger as the moving target glided gracefully from left to right.

A sharp crack echoed through the air, and a perfect round hole appeared in the bullseye of the target.

“Mr. Scott, your marksmanship remains razor-sharp. You’ve still got it.”

Applause rang out in the confined space, echoing off the walls. After removing his ear protection, Sean turned towards the table and grabbed a water bottle to quench his thirst.

“Kennedy, you’re too kind, but I’m just not on your level yet,” Sean replied humbly.

“You don’t need to use formalities with me. After all, I’m younger than you and still have a lot to learn. Just call me Sean,” he added.

The person speaking to Sean was a man in his sixties, dressed in a dark suit. His gray beard and well-groomed hair complemented the quiet confidence that emanated from his bearing. His intense, unspoken air spoke volumes about his authority.

“Ha ha! Everyone in Glophia knows to respect you!” Kennedy Hayes boomed with a jovial laugh, his robust laughter filling the room. “It’s been ages since we’ve seen you around here,” he added, his tone friendly and inquisitive. “Are family matters keeping you occupied?”

The two men sat opposite each other, their faces hidden by the steam rising from the freshly served tea.

the

yes! Life has a way of keeping one on their toes,”

on the delicate cup, the tea leaves swirling and

friend, that a man like you should consider finding a partner to share your life’s journey,” Kennedy said, leaning

beyond the obvious companionship and affection. It’s an

Kennedy proved to be quite the conversationalist. Sean, now taking on the role of the listener, sipped his tea and allowed Kennedy’s words to

that—rumors. Tell me, what’s going on between you and

and had taught him how to shoot. So he was quite straightforward with his

you’ve taken over

not an

as Sean placed it gently on the

all,” Sean

jaw dropped

taken up with a divorced woman?” he exclaimed, his eyebrows raised in shock. “There are plenty of eligible women for a man like you. Why choose a divorced woman?” Kennedy asked, his confusion and worry evident in his voice. “What sorcery has she

the eruption he knew could come at any

she is or what she’s done. I love her, and that’s all that

and Norah seemed to fade away when he confessed his