Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 857

Chapter 857:

Before they started up the hill, Norah looked back at Marlin. “The road up the hill is rough. Are you sure you want to come with me?”

The hills or parks they typically frequented had stone steps to make the paths more accessible. But the path on this hill was merely a trail formed by frequent foot traffic, making it almost as navigable as the stone steps.

Was she doubting his ability again? Marlin’s face darkened. “I can do it,” he stated, irritation creeping into his voice.

However, Norah seemed oblivious to his frustration. To her, Marlin was primarily a companion, and she appreciated his willingness to join her. “Let’s go.”

As they ventured into the woods, the sounds of various animals filled the air. The scent of grass and trees wafted on the breeze, and dew clung to the plants, dampening their pant legs as they brushed past.

from the city. They took deep

four hours of walking, they reached

was modest, consisting of just a few dozen homes. Norah approached

the end of the village,” he said without looking up. “I

concern crossed Norah’s face as a suspicion began to grow in her mind. She hurriedly led Marlin to the address the

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over ten minutes, but there was no response. The gnawing feeling in

force her way in, a neighbor appeared. “Are you looking for Reggie’s family?” they asked. “They moved out three days ago. They said their son was taking them to the

Marlin had mentioned seeing Justin near the village; perhaps Justin had been coordinating with Ivy and

could to locate

the situation, he quickly pulled out his phone and made