Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 134:

Norah found it rather amusing. Sean and Susanna had a knack for selecting gifts tailored to the recipient's

preferences. Hadn't Sean given her soft drinks last time?

Norah gently shook her head. “No need. I've already received ssoft drinks from someone, and | haven't

finished enjoying them.”

Susanna’s round eyes narrowed into a displeased frown. “Who dared to gift you soft drinks before me? How

infuriating!” It felt like a missed opportunity to make her presence felt.

Norah's gaze twinkled as she responded, “A friend.”

Sean clenched his fist at his side. “Friend again.”

Norah, seated on the sofa, laughed beguilingly, her eyes exuding captivating charm. With each smile, she

seemed to glow, her beauty dazzling. Her chestnut-colored hair cascaded behind her, adding to her effortless

allure.

“Alright, this friend certainly understands you well.” Susanna let out a feigned sigh. She turned to Sean,

purposefully addressing him in Norah's presence.

“Sean, | heard you had a private meal with the daughter of the Morris family. Is that true? Why haven't you

mentioned it tobefore?”

“It was just a friend | ran into. We sat together for a while, but we weren't together,” Sean clarified, though his

eyes drifted toward Norah. “Phillip knows about it. You can ask him.”

Susanna persisted, “But why did | hear it was a one-on-one appointment?”

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“Phillip was held up for a few minutes due to something,” Sean hastily explained, then redirected his attention to

Susanna. “Where did you hear these rumors?”

“That's not for you to worry about,” Susanna lifted her chin, subtly gesturing toward Norah, who was delicately

sipping her soft drink. “I just wanted to find out.”

By the way, Sean, aren't you quite close with Norah? Why not extend an invitation to her for our gathering?”

Despite knowing about Norah's earlier refusal, Susanna continued trying to create opportunities for them to get

along.

“I truly admire Norah. She even savedonce. She's like my guardian angel. Sean, you should really show your

appreciation properly,” Susanna added.

Listening to the siblings’ exchange, Norah felt the urge to interject. Shouldn't Susanna be the one repaying her

kindness? Why was the focus shifting to Sean?

Sean chuckled in response. “I'd be delighted to, but Norah never givesthe chance.”

Feigning innocence, Susanna asked, “What's the matter? Why is that? Every tNorah spots me, she seems to

make a swift exit. Perhaps in her eyes, | don’t even qualify as a friend.”

Norah fought back the urge to burst into laughter. Was Sean taunting her with such remarks? She smiled warmly.

“Sean, you must be jesting.”

“It would be a pleasure to count you among my friends.”

In Glophia, the number of people vying for Sean's friendship seemed endless. Being acknowledged and

esteemed by him was undeniably an honor for Norah.

Susanna fiddled with her fingers and said, “Norah, since you and Sean are friends, why not visit more often? True

friends should spend ttogether. I've noticed Joanna always hangs out with you, and that’s why your bond

with her is so strong. Id like to build a similar bond with you.”

Norah sensed Susanna’s sincere fondness for her. The admiration from a lovely girl like Susanna was irresistible.

“Susanna makes a valid point. Friends should indeed spend ttogether. Whenever we find a moment, we can

gather, grab a drink, share a meal, and nurture our friendship.”

When Susanna suggested grabbing a drink, Norah felt a pang of discomfort, remembering the embarrassing

incident from that particular night. She cast her gaze downward, feeling awkward.

Susanna clapped her hands with sparkling eyes. “Sean is absolutely right! Norah, if he extends an invitation to

dinner or anything else, you must accept. I'll likely be there too! Imagine us dining together. It would be

wonderful!”

Listening to Susanna’s innocent enthusiasm, Sean couldn't help but smile.

Norah, ever straightforward, replied, “Certainly.”

Despite feeling a bit awkward, neither Sean nor Susanna gave her much chance to dwell on it. They smoothly

guided her into deciding.

In Norah's mind, she repeated silently, “Just friends, just friends.” The words she uttered a couple of days ago

now seemed futile.

Norah chuckled self-mockingly.

These past few days had made it clear that evading certain people was nearly impossible. Perhaps it was best to

simply go with the flow. Then, as Norah glanced slightly at Sean, she pondered that maybe starting to

understand each other as friends could be a beneficial approach if they were to consider a future relationship.

Sensing Norah's gaze, Sean furrowed his brows slightly, remaining silent as he kept his eyes fixed on her face,

attempting to decipher something.

Norah finished her soft drink before standing up. “Thank you for invitingfor a drink. | should head hfor

dinner now.”

Susanna rose from her seat, linking her arm with Norah's. “Oh, Norah, now that you're here, why not join us for

dinner before leaving? Going back now means cooking alone, dining alone, washing dishes alone. Why not have

dinner at Sean’s place and then head hafterward? It would be delightful. In that case, you can have more

tto rest. You can lazily freshen up and then head to bed!”

Susanna outlined Norah's post-return plans with enthusiasm, counting on her fingers. Then, without hesitation,

she turned to Sean and declared, “Sean! Norah would like to stay for dinner.”

Sean, with a hint of helplessness, rose from his seat. His voice calm, he said, “Understood. I'll start cooking right

away.”

Susanna firmly seated Norah on the sofa and switched on the large high-definition TV, selecting a channel at

random. “Just relax and wait for dinner here! Enjoy sTV—go if my brother needs anything.”

The kitchen was semi-open and separated by sliding doors. Susanna strode over and closed them behind her.

“Sean! Why didn’t you informyou were home? Anyway, what about this surprise?”

“Waited at Silver Boulder Private Hospital for over half an hour just to catch Norah after she finished work!”

Susanna exclaimed, feeling quite pleased with herself, believing she played a pivotal role in her brother's

romantic endeavors.

“Hurry up and get cooking! They say the way to a woman's heart is through her stomach! I'll go chat with Norah,

but you best cook swiftly!” Her commanding tone seemed to regard Sean as a servant.

Sean remained calm, finding Susanna lively and endearing. “Sure, go ahead,” he said, his tone somewhat tender

as he began preparing the ingredients on the stove.

Susanna looked on with satisfaction, proud of her brother, who was ready to cook for the woman he admired.

Suddenly, a memory resurfaced. The last tNorah had cto Sean's place, he had already showcased his

culinary skills in an attempt to impress her. He had feelings for Norah from the start! Susanna then realized Sean

was quite clever.

“Norah, what qualities do you admire in a man?” Seizing the opportunity while Sean was busy in the kitchen,

Susanna hoped to gain sinsight from Norah.