Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 1378:

“And what about you? Do you feel anything for me?” Alyssa asked, lifting her gaze to meet his with a firm resolve. “I need to hear your answer.”

Bryson looked away, feeling a constriction in his throat. “I’m sorry.” He once told Joanna that he wouldn’t go after another woman while his heart belonged to someone else, as he found that dishonorable. His feelings for Norah were still unresolved, preventing him from making commitments to anyone else.

Alyssa felt an unexpected relief at his honesty. “I guess you still have feelings for Norah, right?” she continued, to which Bryson defensively replied, “No.”

“Come on, I’ve noticed how you act around her,” she shot back. She had been quietly observing Bryson, which led her to this conclusion.

“Perhaps you struggle with letting go of her and seeing her so happy around Sean upsets you. Yet, you still showed up and offered your blessings.” Alyssa stepped aside, adding, “It’s natural to feel this way. Gradually, these feelings will diminish.”

Bryson couldn’t help but smile. “You’re quite mature for your age.”

you. Talking about marriage might be premature, but would you consider being my

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you have feelings for her or not doesn’t really matter to me. As long as there’s a little room for me in your heart, that’s enough.” Alyssa reached out her hand, her voice gentle, continuing, “Would you consider dating me with the possibility of

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pounding, overwhelmed by an unfamiliar emotion. He extended his

clasped together in

soft and

me. I hope you

grin, Alyssa hopped over to him and linked her arm

time to develop between them, but she was

card game was in full swing indoors. Sean was barred from playing by Susanna, who claimed

were relegated to merely observing, unable to contribute any advice as Norah, Susanna, Joanna, and Duncan engaged