Love on the Fast Track (Derek and Norah)

Chapter 62:

At the backstage of Glamour Club,

Glaring at Zeke belting out tunes on stage, Cayle Coleman, from the Rosy Secret band, snapped, “Who's that

guy? Why is he performing alone before us?”

Emerson, lounging on the sofa, replied casually, “Why worry? It’s like he’s taken our spot. I'm not bothered by

who he is as long as he’s not in our way.”

The lead vocalist of the Rosy Secret band, a lovely lady named Kris Dominguez, turned to Emerson and asked,

“Emerson, is Starbeam calling it quits?”

Cayle, losing patience, snapped, “Kris, you are annoying. How many times must | say it? I've mentioned before

that Starbeam doesn’t care about us anymore. Haven't you noticed? She at least had the decency to announce

her leaving the band. Otherwise, we'd still be here, waiting for her foolishly. Does she think she’s irreplaceable

just because she writes songs? We're managing just fine on our own!”

Kris started to respond, but then, noticing the other band members’ faces, she quietly looked down.

Starbeam had played a key role in forming the band. Their success owed much to her songwriting.

Following Zeke’s song, the crowd offstage cheered eagerly, shouting, “Encore! One more song!”

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Zeke exited the stage to the crowd's cheers.

Zeke carefully placed the guitar down and turned to Norah, asking, “So, how did I do out there? Did | meet your

expectations?”

Norah complimented him. “You've got real talent.”

“Did you write that song yourself?” Norah asked, intrigued. It was unlike anything she had heard before.

Looking somewhat downcast, Zeke replied, “I cup with the melody, but the lyrics were a joint effort with my

friends.”

Norah's thoughts drifted back to her days with Rosy Secret. She had been new to songwriting back then. Even

though the band members had initially met online, they bonded over crafting tunes and rocking out together.

Later, they attempted to share videos of their performances on the internet.

Following a viral video, Rosy Secret skyrocketed to fame. Due to her marriage, she had taken a break from the

band, and that was how things had unfolded to this point.

Noticing Norah's distraction, Zeke asked, “Miss Wilson, now that I've performed, could you share what you have

in mind for me?” Whatever was asked of him, he was ready to give it his all. Today, he had lived out his dream.

Norah ordered two glasses of wine, sliding one toward him. “Are you familiar with the band performing right

now?”

Zeke glanced at the stage and responded, “Yes, Rosy Secret. They're quite famous. Pretty much everyone knows

them.”

Indeed, Rosy Secret had several hit tracks, often featured in short videos, earning them widespread recognition.

As Rosy Secret started their performance, the audience's enthusiasm was unmistakable, with cheers erupting

continuously.

“Do you aspire to reach Rosy Secret's level of fame?” Norah asked.

Without a moment's delay, Zeke affirmed, “Absolutely. That's the dream I'm chasing.”

Norah smiled and said, “Alright, Ill help you beca star. The first step you need is to get your band together.”

“I've got a band!” Zeke interjected eagerly. “Just a call, and they'll all crunning back. But how do you plan to

make us famous?”

His tone earned more respect than his initial question.

Lifting her gaze confidently, Norah revealed, “Because | am.”

“Starbeam?” Zeke echoed in astonishment. “Starbeam? The songwriter for Rosy Secret?”

Norah nodded and said, “Yes.”

Zeke’s eyes widened in sheer disbelief. Starbeam was a nany Rosy Secret fan would recognize as the

creative force behind their biggest hits. However, Starbeam seemed to vanish, and though Rosy Secret

continued to release quality music, people gradually forgot about Starbeam. Zeke, who had a passion for

songwriting and composition, greatly admired Starbeam, considering her nothing short of a musical genius. And

now, he was face-to-face with his idol.

Inside the chamber, Kaiden remained skeptical, nudging Spencer. “What's the connection between Norah and

that guy? Why did she arrange for him to have a spot on stage?”

“Kaiden, listen to Miss Wilson,” Spencer replied casually. “If you're curious, ask your uncle directly. I'm not the

one to speculate with.” Spencer, who was dying to enjoy skaraoke, showed his irritation at Kaiden’s

question. “Just go directly to the source if you're looking for answers. But from what | see, your uncle probably

has a thing for Miss Wilson. | doubt that guy is anything significant to her.”

After downing a generous sip of wine, Spencer urged, “Enough of this, I'm here to sing.”

“Let's do it together,” Norah suggested.

“I'm not in the mood for singing,” Kaiden declined.

“You're Starbeam? You were part of Rosy Secret? Why do you want to make another band famous?” Zeke

couldn't hide his astonishment.

Norah sneered. “Should | continue with those who turned their backs on me?”

Zeke sensed there was a hidden story between Starbeam and Rosy Secret but figured Norah wouldn't spill the

beans. After thinking it over, he said, “I trust you now. Can | have your contact? I'll reach out once I've got my

band together.”

“Of course.”

They exchanged contact details.

Finishing his wine, Zeke smiled and said, “Thank you, Miss Wilson. I'll reach out to my bandmates once I'm

back.”

“Sure thing.”

With Zeke gone, Norah was left sitting alone. A solitary beauty at the bar counter was quite a spectacle in this

place. After turning down the tenth guy who approached her, Norah finally finished her glass of wine.

After settling the bill, she made her way to the club’s exit, casting one last look at the performing band. Her

expression was scornful. Were they prepared for what she had in store? This was merely the beginning.

Thinking Spencer had a point, Kaiden dashed downstairs from the third-floor chamber, eager to ask about his

connection with Zeke. And that was for his uncle’s sake.

Upon reaching the ground floor, Kaiden noticed Norah exiting the club and quickly followed her.