Ch. 118: Mr. Edwards’ Unraveled Life chapter 118

Chapter 118A cold voice cut through Sierra’s thoughts.

“Do you know that I’m your brother-in-law?”

Sierra froze, looking up to meet Kevin’s icy stare. There was no trace of desire in his eyes, only cold indifference, as if she was performing a pathetic solo act. A chill ran down her spine.

She forced herself to stay composed, trying to soften her voice. “Of course, I know you’re my brother-in-law.”

Kevin frowned.

Sierra tried to sound attentive. “Brother-in-law, you must have a headache. Let me massage your head for you.”

Before she could reach out, Kevin’s voice turned sharp. “If you know I’m your brother-in-law, shouldn’t you show some restraint?”

Sierra couldn’t believe it. How could he be so distant? What man wouldn’t be tempted by a young, beautiful woman? Trying to be coy, she replied, “I’m just trying to help. My sister isn’t home, but I am. I can be more caring than she is.”

Her words were laced with suggestion. Kevin’s lips curled into a mocking smile. “So, because your sister isn’t here, you want to take her place?”

His question seemed like an opportunity. Gaining confidence, Sierra held his gaze. “What’s wrong with that? I’m younger and more energetic. You don’t have to worry about my sister finding out. It can be our little secret.”

She hoped to sow doubt in their marriage. Maybe if she pleased Kevin, she could replace Norah. Emboldened, she reached towards him, her mind racing at the sight of his unbuttoned collar, revealing his chiseled collarbone. Sierra imagined his toned physique beneath his usual suits and felt her heart race with anticipation.

But before she could touch him, Kevin’s voice cut through the moment like a knife. “Get out!”

The next thing she knew, he had shoved her away, sending her sprawling to the floor.

“Ah!” Sierra cried out, stunned by his harshness. The pain from her fall shot through her hands, amplifying her embarrassment and rage. How could he be so cruel? She glanced up at Kevin, who now stood, wiping his hands with a towel as if her touch had sullied him.

His disdain was a clear humiliation. “Do I need to escort you out?” he asked coldly, tossing the towel into the trash, making it clear he saw her as dirty.

Tears welled up in Sierra’s eyes, but she was too terrified to cry. She scrambled up, desperate to escape, when she saw Norah standing at the door, her face a mix of surprise and confusion. Sierra’s humiliation deepened as she hurriedly adjusted her revealing dress and fled, not wanting to face Norah’s judgment.

Norah had just finished preparing the sobering tea when she walked in and witnessed the scene—Sierra dressed provocatively, being tossed aside by Kevin. She was taken aback by Sierra’s audacity. Why would she target Kevin?

Sierra, now with a scratched elbow and brimming with tears, didn’t want to stick around for Norah to say anything. She darted away, trying to preserve the last shreds of her dignity.

Norah turned to Kevin, whose expression remained stern. “Your sister tried to seduce me,” he said coldly. “Didn’t you see that?”

“I saw,” Norah replied calmly.

Kevin’s face darkened. “And that’s it? No reaction?”

Norah seemed puzzled. “What kind of reaction should I have?”

Kevin’s scowl deepened. She hadn’t gotten angry, sad, or even shed a tear. Her lack of jealousy bothered him.

After a moment, Norah said, “I didn’t expect Sierra to do something like this, but now I understand she holds a grudge against me and wanted revenge. I’m sorry for the trouble.”

“That’s all?” Kevin pressed.

“Yes,” she replied.

His eyes were still cold as he asked, “Norah, are you saying that no matter how many women come around me, it won’t trouble you?”

Norah walked closer. “Of course not. Haven’t I already stopped other women from approaching you before? But with Sierra, you rejected her, so there was no need for me to intervene.”

Kevin scoffed. “Isn’t that your job?”

“Yes, it is,” Norah said, “even now.”

He tightened his lips, feeling frustrated. Did she even care about their marriage, or was it all just business to her?

Noticing his irritation, Norah asked, “Do you want the sobering tea?” She glanced at the cup Sierra had brought earlier. “Or would you prefer what I made?”

Kevin’s expression softened a bit. “Bring it here.”

Norah quickly handed him the tea she’d prepared. Kevin drank it all and then, feeling exhausted, lay down on the bed to rest.

Once he was asleep, Norah quietly left and went to Linda’s house.

When she arrived, Sierra was already there, crying loudly at the table.

“What happened, Sierra?” Linda asked, alarmed by her daughter’s disheveled state.

Sierra continued to sob without answering.

Linda’s mother, observing the scene, spoke up. “Can’t you see what happened?”

Linda examined Sierra’s attire and started piecing things together. Her face turned dark with realization. “Sierra, did you do something shameful? Who told you to behave like this?”

Sierra, choking through her tears, protested, “Grandma said I was useless, not as good as Norah. I just wanted to prove her wrong!”

“I never said that!” Linda’s mother quickly denied.

Linda’s anger boiled over. She turned to her mother, exasperated. “Mom, do you even care about us? You criticize me for marrying poorly and say my daughter isn’t good enough. Sierra is still young and has her whole future ahead of her. Can’t you show some support for us?”