Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 822:

Norah felt a surge of excitement, sensing she was closer to the truth.

With Ivy’s family members effectively vanishing with the death certificates, there must have been someone assisting them. But who could that be?

With one hand on the steering wheel, Marlin glanced at Norah, who appeared to be confused over something. He was eager to assist her.

Marlin’s knuckles whitened on the steering wheel. Sean’s absence gnawed at him. Had his relationship with Norah hit a snag?

A throat-clearing sound cut through the silence.

“You weren’t well the other day. Why didn’t Sean stay with you? Is he swamped lately? But a girlfriend should come before work,

in his tone. “Unlike some,” he added, “no matter how slammed I am, family always comes

part of her yearned for Sean’s presence during her vulnerability. She averted her gaze, her

Glophia. I can handle myself. I hate

tugging at his heart as he saw the loneliness flicker in her eyes. She was a catch, and he knew it. Many would vie

feel alone or helpless. Rain or shine, I’d be there, not letting her face

a red light, swiveling to face Norah with

skip, and a jump from Glophia. Besides, Sean has the means—a private plane, perhaps?

voice softening, “Listen, Norah, you project strength, but it’s okay to lean on someone. No judgment here.” Marlin didn’t realize his words were laced with

noted.” Her disinterest was a clear sign to Marlin: she and Sean were in the throes