Love on the Fast Track

Chapter 44:

When Kason revealed his friendship with Norah, the three members of the Carter family were taken aback. They hadn’t pictured Norah and Kason knowing each other. Since Kason had returned and taken charge of the Hayes family, he hadn’t mingled with other notable families. The connection between Norah, known to be an illegitimate child, and Kason baffled them.

Madeline’s left hand was balled into a fist, yet her smile remained soft. “We’ve just learned about your friendship with Norah, Mr. Hayes. However, I must point out, given that Norah resides in Dreamview Villas, there’s hardly any need for your keen interest in her.”

From behind Madeline, Kathy added, “Norah seems to be catching the attention of quite a few men.”noveldrama

Joanna, known for her fiery temperament, was ready to lash out at Kathy. Once, when Jordy had the nerve to upset Norah, Joanna had smashed a beer bottle over his head, forcing him to apologize. She was about to react again when Norah caught her wrist to stop her.

Moving ahead, Norah confidently said, “I don’t live in Dreamview Villas. Is that a problem? Maybe you’re just envious?”

Kason, well-informed about Norah’s background, was aware of these details.

“Miss Powell, Miss Carter, perhaps you should focus on your own lives rather than interfering in others’. As far as I know, Norah is no longer Mrs. Carter, having divorced Mr. Carter.”

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“Thus, her personal matters are no concern to you,” Kason calmly stated.

Derek, annoyed, retorted, “Norah and I haven’t officially completed our divorce proceedings. Legally, we’re still married. So, why shouldn’t I be involved in her affairs?”

“It seems you acknowledge that the divorce proceedings are ongoing, Mr. Carter,” a chilly voice cut through the tension.

Their attention shifted to the entrance of the Glamour Club, where a tall, authoritative figure stood, bathed in the glow of neon lights, exuding danger and allure in equal measure.

“Mr. Scott,” Kason was the first to acknowledge Sean.

Derek wanted to respond but the memory of their unpleasant encounter at the Krusa Mountain Racing held him back.

Norah gave Sean a nod.

With a voice deep and captivating, Sean said, “Knowing that the divorce hasn’t been finalized, why prolong it and even escalate matters to this point, Mr. Carter? Don’t you know how this has become a joke in Glophia?”

Sean’s gaze landed on Derek before subtly shifting to Norah, who stood quietly by Joanna’s side.

Derek was silent.

He couldn’t figure out why he had such rotten luck today, bumping into Norah at the Glamour Club and running into Kason and Sean, who seemed to have taken an interest in his private life.

Derek had never thought Norah, the woman he considered compliant, would be acquainted with such influential people. His mood soured. Had he been aware of Norah’s influential connections, he might have invested more time in their relationship to benefit from them.

“These ties, indeed, with such connections, the influence of the Carter family might have soared even higher,” Norah mused quietly.

“This issue concerns only the Carter family, so there’s no need for the two of you to intervene,” Derek said, his fists clenched tightly.

“I’ve got a piece of advice for you, Mr. Carter. Merry meet, merry part.” Having spoken to Derek, Sean turned to Kason, suggesting, “I’m heading back to Dreamview Villas. I could give Norah a lift. Mr. Hayes, would you prefer to escort Miss Andrews home?”

Kason, feeling a bit cornered, consented, unwilling to challenge Sean. “Alright.”

Sean then cast a piercing look at Kathy, who was hiding behind Madeline, before moving toward Norah. “Come on, Norah. I’ll drive you home.”

Kathy shivered and quickly sought refuge behind Derek.

Norah respected Kason and believed in his integrity, but she felt uneasy about leaving the inebriated Joanna in the company of a man.

“Mr. Carter, do give me a call once you’ve sorted your thoughts out,” Norah said sharply to Derek.

Kathy loved to badmouth people, and Madeline always seized the opportunity to play innocent and gentle, but neither Kason nor Sean were deceived.

To be noted, Norah was not to be trifled with. Without Kason’s intervention, she would have taught Kathy a lesson.

Kason’s timely arrival, however, threw off Norah’s plans.

Had he been delayed, Kathy would have ended up in tears from Norah’s scolding.

Norah sighed, frustrated by her recent string of encounters with Derek and his group.

At the grand entrance of the club, Norah, Joanna, Kason, and Sean turned heads. Their attractiveness captured the attention of many around them.

Supporting Joanna, Norah courteously addressed Kason and Sean. “There’s no need for you to go out of your way. I will personally take Joanna home. Our ride is here, and you can enjoy the rest of your evening.”

Norah always preferred to stand on her own two feet. However, had Sean not been present, she might have accepted a ride from Kason.

Trailing behind Norah, Joanna chuckled and said, “I don’t want to impose. I’ll head back with Norah. Until we meet again.”

Perhaps the alcohol made Joanna less daunted by the presence of such influential figures as Kason and Sean.

Sean interrupted, “We’re all heading the same way. It’s no bother at all. Mr. Hayes, you don’t need to go out of your way. Let me take both ladies home.”

Kason wanted to object, but seeing Sean’s firm stance, he agreed. “If that’s the case, Mr. Scott. I’ll be on my way. Norah, see you next time.”

He gave Norah a nod and departed the Glamour Club, flanked by his security team.

“Please, after you,” Sean extended the invitation gracefully, leaving Norah with no option but to comply.

Norah politely responded, “Thank you, Mr. Scott.”

Sean dropped Joanna off at the Andrews Villa before heading toward Dreamview Villas. The car grew silent without Joanna’s presence.

After a brief pause, Norah asked, “Mr. Scott, what brought you to the Glamour Club?”

It dawned on Norah that their paths had crossed right at the Glamour Club’s entrance, indicating Sean hadn’t even stepped inside the club before he decided to drive her and Joanna home.

A fleeting look of surprise crossed Sean’s face, but he quickly regained his composure. “I intended to grab a drink at the Glamour Club but ended up running into you.”

“And do you still plan on getting that drink?” Norah inquired.

“Drinks can wait. Not every day I bump into you,” Sean said, gazing out the window, seemingly indifferent.

Sitting in the backseat, Norah asked, “Mr. Scott, is there something you want to discuss with me?”

Norah had pieced together that Sean’s encounter with her was no coincidence.

Phillip, who was at the wheel, almost choked upon hearing this. He couldn’t grasp what was going through Norah’s mind. He believed Sean had made his intentions quite clear.

Seeing the puzzled look on Norah’s face, Sean couldn’t help but smile. “Yes, there is something.”

“Mr. Scott, if you need to talk, you could have Mr. Dixon send a message.”

“You didn’t have to come in person,” Norah said, fiddling with her fingers, thinking it best to keep her distance from Sean.

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