Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 39:

Joanna shared her training experience, saying, “It was incredibly educational. The downside? The instructions

were so strict that | couldn't even play on my phone. I've missed you dearly. Did you make any visits to the

Hayes family’s residence or the Scott family’s? Did you encounter any issues?”

Norah gave a brief rundown but left out details about her patients.

“Isn't it romantic that you get salone twith Mr. Scott and Mr. Hayes, respectively? Did anything

interesting happen at those dinners?” Joanna teased with a grin.

Since Norah divorced Derek, she had been keen on setting Norah up with new guys, hoping to steer her away

from reconciling with Derek. Thinking of what Derek had done to Norah, Joanna wished she could kill him.

“Right now, I'm not looking to jump into another relationship. Derek’s delaying the divorce, taking it to court,”

Norah's temper flared up at the mention of Derek.

“Ugh! What a bastard! Norah, want to have a go at sorting him out?” Joanna frowned.

“I just want to wrap up this divorce quickly and cut ties with him for good. Since signing those divorce papers, |

keep running into Derek on different occasions. The other day, | ran into him and Madeline at Solo Mio

Restaurant...”

“What happened next?” Joanna leaned in, eager for more.

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Joanna couldn't help but laugh after hearing Norah's story and said, “He never imagined you'd be an honored

guest of the Scott family, did he? | bet he, Madeline, and Madeline's parents were all taken aback. I'd be

surprised too, if | were in his shoes. So, you're already on good terms with Mr. Scott? | didn’t know Solo Mio

Restaurant offered special treatment to anyone.”

Norah rolled her eyes and said, “I'm working with them now.”

“That highlights the significance of proficiency!” Joanna responded. “My father has decided I should run one of

our family companies. Once I'm back from training, I'll take over as CEO. It's my first tin charge, and I'm

quite thrilled about it.”

“Well, what if you go bankrupt?” Norah teased.

“My father mentioned it’s a smaller venture as practice for me. If it goes bankrupt, he'll step in to help. And my

brother's got my back. He wouldn't letfail. And there's you—so failure’s not in the cards!” Joanna said

excitedly. “I'm on my way to being CEO!”

Norah decided not to dampen her spirits with any more teasing. “So, where are we headed?”

“To Clamour Club! It’s tfor sfun! Today, | want you to take it easy. My brother mentioned you've been

working at the hospital for a week. It’s high tyou kicked back and let go of sstress! Do you need to

switch up your outfit?”

In her simple and comfortable attire, Norah didn’t quite match the club’s vibe.

“That sounds good.”

An hour later, they arrived at Glamour Club.

“It's been ages since I've had a drink. I'm claiming all these!” Joanna went all out ordering drinks.

Norah smiled helplessly. “I'll drive you home.”

Before hitting the club, they stopped by Splendor Building to get a makeover with Aaron's help.

The dance floor was packed, the crowd moving to the pulsating beats, fully embracing their wild side. Norah

sipped her cocktail leisurely.

Upstairs, passers-by couldn't help but steal glances at Norah and Joanna.

Last time, Norah's choice was a white strapless mini, but tonight's red fitted dress accentuated her figure even

more strikingly. The lighting further highlighted Norah's exquisite features, and as a lock of hair fell across her

forehead, she elegantly tucked it behind her ear. Her cascading curls added a touch of allure to every move she

made.

Joanna, sporting a crop top and shorts, had her hair up, showcasing her neckline.

After a sip of her drink, Joanna's cheeks flushed a rosy hue. “Norah, if | were a man, I'd choose you in a

heartbeat...”

With occasional burps interrupting her speech, Joanna added, “Derek’s such an idiot for choosing Madeline over

you. He's bound to regret it. And when he does, you better take him back!”

Norah couldn't help but smile. Joanna's support meant the world to her.

Recalling Derek’s words from their last encounter in the cafe, a shadow passed over Norah's eyes. Derek was

undoubtedly a despicable man. That was probably why he thought so lowly of everyone else.

Norah kept quiet about what Derek had said. She knew Joanna would storm into his office, ready to confront him

if Joanna found out. This was typical of Joanna—she let her anger out through her actions.

“Norah, you deserve better,” Joanna said, her voice trembling. Tears started to form as she took another sip. She

confessed, “You don’t know how much | wanted to take care of that bastard. | wanted to contact you, but I didn’t

want to bother you. Damn that Derek! How dare he treat you like that! What a despicable jerk!”

Norah found Joanna's words somewhat amusing. She set her drink aside, moved closer to comfort Joanna, and

pulled out a tissue to wipe away her tears.

Meanwhile, Madeline linked arms with Derek and Kathy. The three of them, all dressed up, made their entrance

into the Glamour Club.

Kathy cheerfully exclaimed, “After being locked up for so long, I'm thrilled to finally be out! Madeline, you're

amazing. Thank you for convincing Derek to bringalong.”

Derek warned her with a stern look, “Just make sure you stay out of trouble. | won't be as forgiving if you mess

up again.”

Kathy promised, “I'll be good.”

Trying to lighten the mood, Madeline urged, “Derek, enough with the warnings! Con, there's a live band

tonight. Let's get closer to the stage.”

Derek wasn't really there for the music. His usual nights out involved drinking and flirting. However, he tagged

along for Madeline's sake.

They found a booth and settled in. Kathy offered to take their orders. “Derek, Madeline, what do you want to

drink? I'll head to the bar and get it.”

“A Jagermeister for me, a Margarita for Madeline, and get yourself a cocktail,” Derek instructed. “Got it.”

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