Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 840:

“Norah, are we really heading up the hill now? It’s getting dark. Maybe we should wait until morning? We could sleep in the car tonight.”

The person who had given directions estimated it would take about six or seven hours to cross the hill. Given Norah’s slight build, navigating the forest could prove challenging. It would be too dangerous.

After a brief hesitation, Norah realized that the darkness compounded the risks of ascending the hill now. Moreover, their limited night vision made Marlin’s proposal to halt more sensible.

“Okay, let’s rest for now and continue at dawn.”

As she turned, the silence of the night was broken by faint footsteps. Though soft, the sound suggested multiple people were approaching.

Could they be assassins sent by Hank? There hadn’t been an attempt on her life for a while, and it seemed about time for another. Norah couldn’t think of anyone else who would stealthily follow her except those assassins.

and gripped Marlin’s wrist.

we head up the hill or try to make

But those pursuing them were likely nearing the car, as the footsteps were coming from that direction.

to venture too deep. Her plan was clear: eliminate those pursuing them using the cover

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about a hundred meters, they

a Mind Clearing Pill,” Norah

out two pills from her backpack, popped one into her mouth, and handed the other

him swallow it without hesitation, she teased, “Would you have taken it if it were poison?” Marlin just

I’m going to use knockout drops. Make sure to cover your face.” Taking the Mind Clearing Pills was a precaution to avoid accidentally inhaling the

not to question her further in