Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 46:

The fleeting moment of romance was interrupted by Norah's straightforward words. She faced Sean and stated

earnestly, “Without your quick reflexes, | would have been nursing bruises for days. | think I'll sit up front next

time.”

“What? Are you aiming to be my bodyguard?” Sean couldn’t help but ask, trying to settle his racing pulse.

“I wouldn't dare presso!” Norah averted her gaze, too shy to meet Sean’s eyes again, worried about

repeating such an encounter.

Despite her confident approach with Kason, Norah had only once harbored feelings for one man—Derek. But

perhaps it wasn’t so much feelings as an inability to let go of her attachment to him.

Sean sought to divert the conversation. “How's the new job treating you? Is everything going smoothly?”

“It’s going well!” Norah replied. No surgeries from the Cardiac Surgery Department had been placed in Norah's

hands by Jamison yet, but Norah had assisted Gil in numerous surgeries in the Neurosurgery Department.

Not one for unnecessary chatter, Norah, recalling the awkwardness of their earlier interaction, felt her cheeks

warm and chose to remain silent.

As she had fallen into Sean’s embrace moments earlier, Norah could distinctly feel his masculinity. His chest

muscles were firm and tense. Norah was convinced he had training, given how firmly he held her.

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The rest of the ride passed in silence.

Once home, Norah prepared a bath, scattering rose petals in the water. Stepping in, she sank into the warmth of

the water, resting in the bathtub and contemplating her recent decisions.

She planned to expedite Devonte’s treatment to conclude her visits to the Hayes family within a month. After

that, she would leave matters to fate. As for Susanna, she wanted to switch her treatment schedule from every

other week to once a week. Once Susanna was nearing recovery, she would undergo chemotherapy and a

transplant at the hospital, wrapping up her treatment. It would take at most a month and a half.

Norah ran her fingers over the rose petals floating on the water and breathed in the scent of roses. As the check-

ups continued, she noticed Sean's visits becoming less frequent. She hoped that tonight's incident wouldn't

repeat itself.

As the bathroom steamed up, Norah reflected on Kathy’s behavior at the Glamour Club, thinking she could use

more responsibilities to occupy her time.

The next day, at the Scott family residence, around ten in the morning, Susanna had been waiting for stime

when Norah arrived with Phillip. Spotting Norah, Susanna’s eyes sparkled with joy. She stood up and reached out

to hold Norah's hand.

“Supernatural Doctor, you're finally here! I've been looking forward to seeing you!”

“Hello, Susanna,” Norah responded, her tone neutral. She noticed Susanna’s enthusiasm upon seeing her. Norah

didn’t try to play it cool. It was just her usual demeanor toward others.

Unfazed by Norah's seemingly indifferent reaction, Susanna excitedly guided Norah to the treatment area. “Are

we proceeding with the usual treatment today? I'm all set!”

Dressed in a soft pink gown with a single braid cascading down her shoulder, Susanna looked pure and lovely.

Norah, in contrast, was dressed in all black, complete with a mask and hat. Though she had a fondness for

Susanna, to preserve the mysterious aura of the Supernatural Doctor, she decided to keep their conversation

minimal today. Once the treatment was done, she planned to depart without staying for dinner.

Susanna, trying and failing to engage Norah, appeared disheartened.

“What's wrong? You okay?” Norah asked, glancing up with a scalpel gripped firmly in her hand.

Tears welled up in Susanna’s eyes. Norah assumed they were due to the pain.

Handing Susanna a piece of candy, Norah offered comfort. “Hang in there just a little longer.”

Taking the candy, Susanna’s mood instantly lifted. Her earlier concerns forgotten, she eagerly showed it to Sean,

who had just emerged.

“Sean, look, Supernatural Doctor gavecandy!”

The simple gesture of receiving candy brought Susanna immense joy. “See what | got!” Sporting light blue

pajamas, Sean emerged from the room and saw Norah slipping candy into Susanna’s hand. He couldn’t help but

chuckle.

At home, Sean appeared less stern and more tender. Norah found herself stealing a few more glances at him.

Sean looked even more handsin this relaxed state.

Recalling her dream from last night, Norah blushed and focused on her work, lowering her head.

Perhaps influenced by their interaction the previous evening and the soothing bath, Norah drifted into a dream

where Sean showed up. Remembering his teasing words and actions in her dream made Norah's cheeks warm.

After enjoying the candy, Susanna’s eyes twinkled with delight.

“Supernatural Doctor, why are your ears so red?” Susanna asked.

At this, Sean looked over and noticed the blush spreading to Norah's ears.

“Feeling a bit warm?” Susanna teased.

Norah hesitated to speak the truth. She could already feel Sean's scrutiny.

“I'm okay,” she said instead.

Sean, casting a thoughtful glance at Norah, settled at the living room table, refocused on his work, and began

typing swiftly.

The flush on Norah's face eventually faded. She admitted that Sean was the finest man she had encountered in

terms of family background, skills, and looks. Somehow, she recalled Joanna's question: “Norah, have you ever

considered pursuing one of them?”

But her previous marriage to Derek had dulled Norah's interest in romantic pursuits, at least for now. If it weren't

for that, she might have eagerly sought Sean's affection.

What would life be like with someone as remarkable as him?

Norah snapped out of her thoughts, realizing she had been overthinking.

She packed up her things and bid farewell.

Susanna quickly stood up and urged, “Supernatural Doctor, don’t rush off. Stay for a bit longer!” The table was

already set for lunch.

Sean looked up, inviting, “Supernatural Doctor, do join us.”

Yet, Norah politely declined. “I've made prior commitments, so | must go.”

“Phillip, could you drive back?”

Susanna turned to Sean, hoping he could persuade Norah to stay. She wanted Supernatural Doctor to be treated

as she deserved. Norah had chere to treat her, and Susanna felt she should show her appreciation by

ensuring she stayed a little longer.

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