Chapter: 1563

Once they all exited the car, J had already arranged for their brand -new skiing attire and equipment to be ready.

"Would you prefer a snowboard or skis?" Sean asked as he sifted through the equipment.

He loved skiing, especially the rush of the wind on his face as he swooped down slopes.

"I'll take the snowboard," Norah answered, her smile bright as she chose her board. The car was packed with high-end skiing and snowboarding gear.

Sean looked slightly concerned. “I have to admit, I'm not great with a snowboard."

He turned to the three behind him. "What's your choice?"

K picked up a snowboard and said "I'm new to this as well, maybe slightly better than Norah though."

T and J, who seldom skied, were clearly beginners in need of instruction.

Norah gave a resigned shrug. "Guess I'm on my own to figure this out."

"Only about 20% of Evercrest Ski Resort caters to beginners. It's not the most beginner-friendly place. Should we consider a different location?" Sean proposed.

Norah responded, "Since we're already here, let's make the best of it."

Accepting her decision, Sean dropped the idea of moving and had J arrange for a snowboarding instructor for the newbies.

Norah suited up in her ski gear and, clutching her snowboard, said, “Let's hit the slopes."

Observing the others geared up, she fetched three cushions from the car. "I think you newbies might need these."

She handed them over with a smile, choosing not to mention they were to cushion any falls.

Trying to contain his amusement, Sean advised, "Norah's looking out for you. Strap them on quickly."

The three skiing novices, unsuspecting, donned the cushions and followed their guide.

"Norah, since I'm not versed in snowboarding, I've arranged a coach for you. We'll stick around a few more days," Sean told her.

“Perfect,” Norah agreed cheerfully. She enjoyed these shared moments of fun.

With the newcomers grouped together under the watchful eye of the skilled, attractive coach, Sean and Norah had the freedom to explore on their own. The instructor Sean hired was not only tall and good- looking but also meticulous and patient.

Norah stepped onto her snowboard and started following the coach's instructions meticulously.

Sean strapped on his skis, staying protectively close to her, anxious about her well-being on the slopes.

Norah feigned clumsiness and pretended to be a novice at skiing as part of a prank on Sean.

Her swift improvement caught the coach off guard, prompting him to exclaim with enthusiasm, “Oh my god, just keep it up. You're doing wonderfully."