Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 973:

“Nora, trust me.” His voice held an edge of protectiveness. “You just rest. I’ve arranged for the best scar removal specialist in the country. You’ll be back to your radiant self in no time.”

His fingers brushed against her mask, a silent plea. “I want you to be able to walk freely, without hiding your beautiful face from the world.”

The truth was, Nora didn’t care about the scars. It was his insistence that she wear a mask whenever she was in public.

Of course, Nora followed his instructions. Each time she went out, a mask was necessary.

“Alright,” she sighed, leaning into his broad shoulder. “Whatever you say.”

Their dynamic was a curious one. He retreated into anonymity when surrounded by others, only revealing his face when alone with her.

But this time, after returning from her journey to Bellfolk,

villa. Amy occupied the first floor, while Nora and her fiancé claimed

territory, Nora shed the mask and slipped into something

door next door, she

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moment,” came a deep, masculine reply. After a brief wait, the door swung open, revealing a tall figure. His shadow engulfed her, a familiar sense of security washing over

anchor, the first face she remembered after the memory wipe. He was a gravitational pull, drawing her in, fostering a dependence she couldn’t quite explain. Yet, despite their engagement,

as if they were merely roommates rather than lovers. He avoided close contact, settling for a simple hug at

thunderous nights, when Nora shivered under a blanket, he would only sit by her, watching until she fell asleep

if their

mentioned that Nora was still healing and feared that their