Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 718:

Though she appeared content outwardly, the inner turmoil she endured was known only to her.

“Norah, will you lead the Wilson family?” Her breath caught in her throat, and her anticipation was palpable as she awaited Norah’s response, fearing rejection.

Norah’s laughter resonated through the phone. “Hadley, your intellect is undeniable.”

Hadley understood the implications and aligned herself accordingly.

“Thank you for informing me. One more thing: the area around the grove is relatively secure. There’s no surveillance.” With that, Norah ended the call abruptly.

She couldn’t decipher Norah’s cryptic message

quickly.” Hank’s booming voice sent shivers down Hadley’s spine. She hurriedly rinsed her hands

were in there for quite a while. Who were you talking to? I heard voices,”

You know, hardly anyone ever calls me.” Hank sat up, seized her phone, and scrutinized the call log. “Explain this,” he demanded, pointing to the latest call

Hank pressed on, his tone darkening. “This afternoon, you dismissed it as a prank call. But I checked

connection between you and Norah? What did you discuss?” Hadley felt a wave of fear wash over her, causing her entire body to tremble. Her heart pounded in her chest, her throat felt constricted, and she struggled to draw

fresh

me,” Hank pressed,

rage. He snatched a fistful of Hadley’s hair, forcing her

“Tell me!” he roared.