Ch. 103: Mr. Edwards' Unraveled Life chapter 103

Chapter 103

"Alright then, I'll leave it to you," Kian said politely to Kevin, his expression softening a bit, a hint of relief visible on his face.

Norah had planned to have dinner with her parents, but now that wasn’t possible. As she watched Gwen making the bed, she approached and said, "Mom, I need to go out for a while, so I can't join you and Dad for dinner."

Gwen looked up. "Is something wrong?"

"Just work-related," Norah replied.

Gwen stepped closer to Norah. "Norah, if you want to change jobs, then do it. There are plenty of good opportunities out there."

She genuinely cared about Norah. After all, Norah was going to divorce and still lingering around Kevin; her position was awkward and uncomfortable.

"I understand, Mom," Norah said.

Norah had the same thoughts. Being divorced, it was indeed difficult to stay close to Kevin.

She left her parents' house and returned to the Edwards' Mansion.

As she entered, the maid greeted her respectfully, "Madam," as if nothing had changed.

Norah removed her shoes and asked, "Did you find the sweater?"

The maid, looking confused, replied, "What sweater?"

Norah frowned. "Didn't Kevin ask you to find a sweater?"

"No, Sir hasn’t called back," the maid answered.

Norah was taken aback. Kevin hadn’t called or explained, yet he insisted she return home. Was he setting her up on purpose?

"Ms. White."

Norah turned her head and saw Lola sitting calmly at the dining table, enjoying her meal, served by the maid.

Gone was the timid, fragile girl Norah first met. Now, Lola looked polished, her clothes branded, her complexion glowing. She appeared more like the lady of the house than the outsider she once was.

Norah couldn't help but wonder—had Siena approved of this, or had Kevin turned a blind eye to it?

Lola put her bowl down and casually said, "It feels too formal to call you Ms. White, but I guess that's what I'll stick with."

Norah detected the hidden meaning in Lola's words, implying she was just another woman in Kevin’s life.

With a cold stare, Norah asked, "What are you trying to say?"

Lola, smiling, responded, "Oh, nothing really. I just wanted to let you know that I don’t need to stay at that lonely villa anymore. I can live here now. This place will be my home soon."

Lola's words carried a hint of arrogance, as if she were already assuming the role of the future mistress of the house. With Norah and Kevin's divorce looming, Lola seemed determined to make it clear she would be taking Norah's place in Kevin's life.

Norah thought of Bianca, someone Siena valued deeply. Would she really allow someone like Lola to take over?

In a calm voice, Norah said, "Good luck with that."

She turned and went upstairs.

Lola followed her up the stairs.

Norah turned back, confused, and Lola smirked, "I have to keep an eye on the house, you know. Wouldn't want anything missing when my aunt returns."

"I'm just getting a sweater for Kevin," Norah said.

Lola grinned. "If that's all it is, there's no need to trouble you. I can easily deliver it to Kevin myself."

Norah watched as Lola confidently walked toward Kevin's room, already imagining herself living there with him.

"This is Kevin's room," Lola said, touching the bed lightly. "It's much warmer and cozier than the villa."

Seeing Lola’s gesture, Norah’s demeanor turned icy. She grabbed Lola's hand, stopping her. "Do you even know which one he prefers?"

Lola shrugged. "It's just a sweater. I can handle it."

Norah’s face remained calm. "If you want to be in my position, you need to prove you're worthy. Kevin is very particular. Like today, he wants either a white or black sweater. If you get it wrong… it won’t end well."

"You're just trying to scare me!" Lola snapped. "He wants to stay warm; it doesn’t matter what color it is."

Lola opened the closet and grabbed a thick sweater and a coat.

"I’ll take these to him," she said with determination, eager to prove herself to Kevin.

Norah watched Lola leave, thinking it might be best to let her go. But knowing Kevin’s picky nature…

She opened the closet, picked out a white plaid sweater, and packed it up along with other winter clothes. She also added a suit, just in case he needed it.

Lola arrived at the hospital first.

As she reached the ward, she heard Kevin's angry voice from inside: "Who told you to come here? Take this trash and get out!"

The sound of things being thrown followed.

Lola was stunned, terrified by Kevin’s outburst. He was like an enraged lion, ignoring the fact that she was carrying his child.

Her eyes filled with tears, and she quickly turned to leave.

The clothes she had brought for Kevin were also thrown out after her, landing like discarded trash.

Humiliated and shocked, Lola saw Norah standing nearby.

"You did this on purpose, didn’t you?" Lola accused, her voice trembling. "Kevin didn't even want a sweater, and you set me up to humiliate me!"

Norah said nothing, her expression unreadable.

Lola, desperate to save face, continued, "You only married Kevin because you stayed by his side for so long! One day, he'll like me too!"

Norah had planned to ignore Lola, but seeing the defiant look in her eyes, she stopped, turned back, and slapped Lola across the face.

Lola was stunned, holding her cheek in shock.

Norah’s voice was cold. "I'm still Kevin’s wife. You dare speak so shamelessly in front of me? Watch your mouth."