Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 838:

Amabel’s spirits lifted at the prospect of spending the evening with Sean. A flicker of confidence crossed her eyes. Ever since Norah stopped appearing before Sean following Amabel’s last phone call, Amabel had made it a point to be around him. In matters of the heart, there was no “first come, first served.” Ultimately, the victor would be the one who persevered.

Marlin and Norah set out early in the morning. By midday, they were nearing their destination, a dusty, sunbaked town.

Norah hopped out of the car. “Lunch first,” she declared, scanning the surroundings. “Maybe we can ask around while we wait for the food.”

Finding Ivy and her family was proving more difficult than anticipated. This town was their most frequent haunt, but specific details remained elusive.

Marlin, ever the pragmatist, followed closely behind. “Small town, sure,” he conceded, his expression grim. “But lots of hidden corners. We might be here for a while.”

furrowing in concern, “I printed some recent

gesture spoke volumes. Getting access to these photos

static image trapped in time. The

in her voice.

the magic begins at

of disguise, ghosts flitting through the fringes of society. Without those

strategy,” she decided, leading the way to

the ramshackle surroundings. Even his shoes, usually polished

he

chuckle. “Mr. Boyd, ever been to a place like this? You’re used to