Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 96:

The area outside the auction venue was buzzing with excitement, and the parking lot was filled with all sorts of

high-end vehicles.

Derek and Madeline got out of their sleek, black luxury vehicle and made their way onto the red carpet. Derek

noticed several influential figures from Glophia mingling outside the auction, including a few business associates

he had previously collaborated with.

Madeline's parents had also been invited and were just stepping out of their car.

“Madeline!” Rhoda called out with a bright smile upon spotting Madeline and Derek. “I had no idea you two were

coming to the auction as well. Why didn’t you givea heads-up?”

Dressed in exquisite formal attire, Caen and Rhoda exuded an air of sophistication, despite their daughter being

embroiled in a scandal.

Caen approached and exchanged pleasantries with Derek. Clasping Rhoda’s hand, Madeline said, “I wanted it to

be a surprise. Are you pleased to see us?”

Rhoda smiled warmly and replied, “I'm feeling great. It's been ages since we last got together. How have things

been with you? Did Derek and Norah finalize their divorce?”

Madeline went silent all of a sudden, not responding.

Caen kept a serious face but refrained from lecturing his daughter. He looked at Derek and said, “Derek, it's time

to take responsibility. Without finalizing the divorce, Madeline will get a bad reputation.”

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“It's unfair for Madeline to face such gossip while she’s with you,” Caen said, his voice filled with concern.

“Rhoda and | hate seeing her caught up in this mess.”

Rhoda gently squeezed Madeline's hand, showing her worry. “You mentioned last tthat the paperwork would

be wrapped up quickly. Why is it still not done? Is Norah intentionally not getting the divorce?”

Madeline offered a soft smile and replied, “Dad, Mom, Derek has his reasons for how he’s handling things. Let's

not blhim anymore. We're here to enjoy the Scott family’s auction today. Let's focus on having a good time

instead of getting hung up on these minor issues.”

Caen fixed a stern gaze on Derek and said, “Derek, we're clear on our stance. I'll let it go this time, but if you

don’t sort this out promptly, you'll need to stay away from my daughter for stime.”

Madeline pressed her lips together and looked up with sad eyes. “Dad! Mom!”

Rhoda gently shook her head and remarked, “Madeline, your dad is only thinking what's best for you. No more

talking now. Let’s head inside.”

Just as they were about to go in, a high-end luxury car rolled up slowly. Suddenly, everyone turned to look at it.

The sight of the expensive car caught everyone's attention.

A bodyguard from the front seat stepped out and opened the rear door. A slender leg in a red high heel emerged

first, followed by a beautiful woman in a red dress with flowing hair, turning all heads her way.

“Is that Norah? She's the one who participated in the Krusa Mountain Races under the alias Selene!”

“She’s Derek's wife, Norah. You might also know her as Selene from the race tracks. | guess her freally

kicked off from those races, huh?”

“There was this video that went viral. It showed Derek and her having a big argument at a cafe. In that video,

Norah was really standing her ground.”

“Madeline’s the other woman. It’s no surprise Norah had a few choice words for her!”

“Is that Mr. Scott? What's bringing them together? What's the deal with them being in the scar?”

“Look at that car, worth millions. Who else but Mr. Scott could afford that kind of luxury?”

As the handsSean emerged from the other side of the vehicle, he joined the stunning Norah. The two of

them walking together sparked whispers among the onlookers as they headed to the auction.

Halfway there, Norah remembered her phone was still in the vehicle and stopped.

Sean paused and inquired, “What's wrong?”

“My phone, | left it behind. Please, go on without me.”

“Should | stay here and wait for you?”

“I'll be back in a few minutes. Just go on without me.”

Turning, Norah made her way to the car, feeling the gaze of the crowd on her.

When Norah decided to join Sean at the auction, she had anticipated whispers about her relationship with him,

and the involving her, Derek, and Madeline. But Norah didn’t care. She was determined to cut ties with

Derek for good and start a new life.

After retrieving her phone from the car, Norah made her way down the red carpet, only to encounter Derek and

his group, who gave her cold stares. Norah frowned.

She had noted that most of Glophia’s upper-class families had been invited to the auction, so it was natural for

the Carter and Powell families to attend as well. Derek and Madeline's families stood on the red carpet,

seemingly expecting Norah to pass by.

Norah overheard Rhoda saying, “She’s hit the jackpot, hasn't she? Moving on from the Carter family to the Scott

family and now being shown around by Mr. Scott himself. Looks like she’s back to living the good life.”

Rhoda assumed Norah had been bold at Sola Restaurant because she had Sean in her corner.

Caen murmured, “Since you're aware of Norah's connection with Mr. Scott, refrain from talking like that. If she

speaks ill of us to Mr. Scott, we'll be in trouble.”

Madeline pretended to be scared and said, “Got it. I'm aware. Norah isn’t one to forget easily. After all, she has

always resented me.”

Derek’s gaze lingered on the mesmerizing Norah, a spark of surprise in his eyes. This was a side of Norah he

hadn't encountered before. Now, Derek was captivated by her every the saw her. Norah was no longer the

unkempt woman she used to be; she was now radiant and captivating.

Madeline caught Derek’s admiring looks toward Norah and felt a pang of jealousy. Derek had never looked at her

with such admiration. She clung to Derek’s arm, afraid he might change his mind and choose to be with Norah.

“Norah, are you attempting to make amends withonce more?” Derek scoffed. “Regardless of who you're

with, it makes no difference to me. To me, you're nothing but a rebellious woman. | told you before that if you're

set on a divorce, there are sconditions you must accept.”

Derek looked at Norah with a cold expression and added, “I want you to walk away empty-handed.”

Norah laughed at Derek's statement and responded, “Carter, I've been quite clear too. | have no interest in

entertaining the rants of a madman.”

Norah thought Derek was quite strange. Despite her lack of interest in him, he continued to cause trouble in her

life.