Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 555:

When Norah entered, a brief hush fell over the hall before it buzzed back to life. Members of the Carter family quickly gathered around Norah.

Adrian was forthright. “Norah, what are you doing here? You and Derek are divorced. This is no place for you.”

Norah offered a distant smile, one that didn’t quite reach her eyes. “The bride and groom personally invited me. How could I ignore their kindness? I’ve come to this event with the ‘best’ of intentions.”

Kathy was aware of Madeline’s intentions with the invitation and was complicit in the scheme. Their goal was to unsettle Norah. Kathy found pleasure in such mischief; Norah’s distressed expression would bring them joy.

white haute couture dress and a pearl hairpin, radiating elegance and nobility. “Are we not welcome? Norah, I warned you against coming. Now, we’re being asked

costly hairpin, possibly pricier than Madeline’s necklace. “Of course not,” Kathy responded

graces us. Please, have a seat.” However, her attention was drawn to Norah’s neck. “Norah, have you just arrived? Were

Norah the entire time. We’ve just arrived. Why do you ask?” Susanna

was the groom’s ex-wife; the other, a member of the Scott family. The duo intrigued the audience, who, though unable to catch every word, were eager

necklace is missing, and it looks just like the one Norah is wearing. Could there be a mix-up?” Whispers encircled Norah. The silver chain around her neck twisted into intricate patterns, enhancing the earth-toned gem that dangled gracefully above her champagne-colored

her gaze on Kathy briefly, sending a shiver down Kathy’s

“Evidence.”

Rumors of Norah’s competence and resilience seemed confirmed. Despite facing slander, she maintained