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.

I love Madeline. If I had known about this, I would have protected her from any harm.” His tone attempted to exude concern and reason. To him, it was just a draft. If Madeline liked it, why

What was the harm?

at Norah’s hands. He recalled how she had once refused to give handmade sachets to his mother and sister, despite his request. What was the

of loyalty within him flared with indignation, his mind circling around the idea that she had waited for the moment to

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Powell, please don’t worry about Madeline,” he declared,

mask his lingering confusion with a reassuring smile. “Derek, I know you will do the right thing.

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