Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 508:

In her imaginary world, Madeline was infallible. Norah’s resistance to plagiarism was the true crime, and the fault lay with those who failed to comply with Madeline’s whims.

Clutching at any excuse that might redeem her daughter, Rhoda stood staunchly by Madeline’s side, her fingers stroking her daughter’s hair with tenderness and pride. “Madeline is competitive, always striving for the best. It’s not her fault,” she declared, her voice a mix of motherly concern and fierce loyalty. In Rhoda’s eyes, her daughter was perfect, beyond reproach.

Coen’s response, however, was not one of misguided protection, but a simmering anger directed at his daughter’s carelessness. How could she have been so sloppy in her duplicity?

This could tarnish their own reputations as parents. As Coen pondered the lost opportunity for business collaboration, a fire raged in his chest.

Derek responded, “Mrs. Powell, I understand your perspective. I love Madeline. If I had known about this, I

What was the harm?

refused to give handmade sachets to his mother and sister, despite his request. What was the harm in

struggled to reconcile this stinginess with the girl he once knew. The sense of loyalty within him flared with indignation,

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sign of his allegiance. “Mr. and Mrs. Powell, please don’t worry about Madeline,” he declared, his voice

the day’s events, attempted to mask his lingering confusion with a reassuring smile. “Derek, I know you will do the right thing. You are a good man. It is a shame

potential solution, Derek leaned forward, his tone gaining a level of excitement. “It occurs to me that if you are still