Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 141:

Norah was busy attending to her patients. After her conversation with Jolie, she made her way through the

hospital, her worn notebook in hand.

Norah knew her patients’ conditions by heart. Her rounds were crucial for timing surgeries perfectly.

As she completed her visit to the first ward, she encountered Jolie, who awkwardly stood in the hallway,

clutching her notebook.

“Dr. Wilson, fancy seeing you here, checking on this ward?” Jolie ventured.

Norah responded with a hint of sarcasm, “Perhaps you should reconsider your words.”

Jolie inwardly cringed, realizing her blunder. This ward was exclusively Norah's domain. What was she thinking?

“Apologies, Dr. Wilson. | misspoke. | meant it's unexpected to run into you here.”

“Not really,” Norah remarked dryly, brushing past Jolie. “The patients of the Cardiac Surgery Department are all

here.”

Jolie’s cheeks flamed with embarrassment. Norah's blunt remark about her mistake left her mortified. It seemed

Norah was unfazed by their awkward exchange, moving on to her next task without a second thought.

Jolie watched Norah leave, marveling at her thick skin and ability to navigate her professional landscape with

such ease. It was no surprise Norah had made connections. Yet, to Jolie, Norah's display of confidence seemed

unnecessary.

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After all, the coveted role of attending physician had already been secured by Baylor. In Jolie's eyes, Norah was

just putting on a show.

Norah drove Susanna back to Sean’s place. Susanna entered the room to find Sean freshening up for the day.

Holding two fluffy pillows, Susanna beamed at Sean.

“Look what Norah made for us. She didn’t forget you.”

Sean, wiping his face, turned to see Susanna approaching, her excitement palpable, the pillows in her arms.

“I had the best sleep last night thanks to this pillow. It's a game-changer.” Susanna sounded like she was

endorsing the pillows, hoping Sean would appreciate Norah's thoughtful gift.

“I'm putting one in your room. Make sure to try it tonight,” Susanna declared, tossing a buckwheat pillow onto

Sean's bed, disrupting the tidy covers. She then made her way downstairs with her own pillow in tow.

Sean was already bustling about in the kitchen when he offered breakfast to Susanna. “Would you like some?”

“No. Norah had whipped up something forbefore she headed out for work. You're right. Her cooking is top-

notch. Even the simplest dishes taste amazing,” Susanna responded, praising Norah's skills.

As Sean expertly flipped an egg, his smile broadened.

“Yeah, Norah really knows her way around the kitchen.”

Susanna, curiosity piqued, inquired, “It’s unusual for you to be up and about so early. What plans do you have

today?”

Busy with the eggs, Sean shared, “I'm due to visit Nexa Tech, and then | have a business event to attend on the

outskirts of Glophia.”

“Business event on the outskirts of Glophia? And why exactly would you attend it?” Susanna’s confusion was

evident.

Sean, with a casual wave of his hand, dismissed her curiosity. “Business matters can be complex.”

“I recall you mentioning something about the Grace Cup, a fashion design competition, right? Fashion design

hasn't been your interest, so why the sudden decision to compete?” Susanna, making herself comfortable on the

sofa, shrugged, doing so merely for amusement.

“With both you and Norah busy, | find myself alone and in need of distraction,” she explained.

She continued, “Lately, I've grown fond of Noelle’s designs. Knowing she’s judging the Grace Cup, | signed up on

a whim.”

“Then make the most of it,” Sean encouraged, his attention still on the breakfast.

Susanna sighed. “I know little about fashion design. My plan is to read up a bit and then dive in. I'm not after

fame, just want to meet new people.”

Susanna'’s fleeting hobbies were well known, with her ventures often supported by the financial backing of her

family. “I'll accompany you to the company,” Susanna declared, heading upstairs to apply her makeup, leaving

Sean to his thoughts and the eggs sizzling in the pan.

Sean hoped to savor a meal prepared by Susanna. He had always wanted to visit Nexa Tech. He had explored

every company under his guidance but had yet to step foot in Nexa Tech.

Upon their arrival, Susanna observed the company’s facade. “It looks just like any other tech firm. Why would my

brother invest in such a modest venture? It seems a lot of effort for minimal gain.”

Phillip briefed Sean on the company’s status. “The intricate details are outlined in the documents made by

Ailabel.”

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Sean, maintaining his cool exterior away from home, simply nodded. His aloof presence left an impression,

making him seem distant yet undeniably captivating.

The receptionists couldn’t help but be charmed by the handsand affluent Sean, wondering who would

eventually win his heart. Noticing Susanna accompanying him, the receptionists speculated about her

relationship with Sean. Given Susanna’s youth, she seemed an unlikely match for Sean's affection. They recalled

the woman who had been caught in the rain with Sean before, considering her a more probable match.

Phillip and Susanna made their way straight to Sean's office, where Susanna spotted a competent woman

briefing Sean. She turned to Phillip, puzzled. “Who is that? When did Sean hire a female secretary?”

Susanna’s brow furrowed, betraying a hint of displeasure. It wasn't that she had anything against female

secretaries, but she preferred not to see any women close to Sean, except for Norah. Since Sean had special

feelings for Norah, Susanna supposed it was prudent for him to maintain a distance from others of the opposite

sex. And with Phillip already serving as the personal assistant, the need for a female secretary for Sean puzzled

her.

As Susanna settled onto the sofa, Phillip leaned in to whisper, “That's Amabel Morns, Sean’s new secretary. The

company brought her on.”

The nstruck a chord with Susanna. She had been upset with Sean over the one-on-one meeting between

Sean and Amabel just days ago. It seemed Norah was upset because of that. Why was Amabel working as Sean's

secretary?

Susanna'’s grip on Phillip’s tie pulled him closer as she whispered, her voice tinged with a chill, “Decided to hire

her?”

Phillip, his cheeks flushing at the proximity, quickly regained his composure, ignoring the sweet scent wafting

from Susanna. He whispered back, “Amabel applied with her resume. Her outstanding credentials convinced the

HR team to bring her on board.”

Susanna couldn't hide her irritation. “And what does Sean think about this?” she demanded.

Phillip reassured her, “They're just friends. They haven't even shared a meal together. There was supposed to be

no continuation!”

Seeing Amabel in the role of Sean’s secretary at Nexa Tech made Susanna’s head spin. This was not how things

were supposed to unfold.