Ch. 133: Mr. Edwards’ Unraveled Life chapter 133

Chapter 133"There's no need for that. Food tastes the same no matter who makes it. I just ate a lot because I was really hungry today," Norah said, trying to keep Kevin from overthinking.

His attention was too intense, and the more he fixated on her, the higher the stakes became.

"I'm feeling tired. Can I go rest now?" Norah asked.

Kevin's response was soft, "Of course."

Norah exhaled in relief and hurried upstairs. Tomorrow, she could go to the office, giving her a chance to be away from this place. After work, she could head home.

Once back in her room, Norah relaxed. But unexpectedly, Kevin followed her.

Seeing him at the door, she stepped back, eyes wary. "Why are you here?"

"This is the main bedroom. If I’m not in here, then where would I be?" Kevin replied matter-of-factly.

"Then I'll stay in the guest room," Norah said, trying to make her escape. But before she could move, Kevin grabbed her hand and looked at her intently. "Are we at the point where you feel the need to avoid me? We've shared this space for so long—why start sleeping apart now?"

To Kevin, nothing had changed. As long as they weren’t divorced, life continued as it always had. But Norah couldn't stand to stay near him any longer; being together felt wrong.

"Get some rest," Kevin said, his tone lighter. "Which side do you want?"

Norah bit her lip, surrendering to the situation. "I’ll take this side," she muttered, choosing the one closer to the door for an easier escape.

Kevin nodded. "Okay."

The clock showed it was still early, so he turned on the TV. "No rush to sleep. Let’s watch something."

He crossed over to the other side of the bed, stretched out, and picked up the remote. Norah hesitated but then lay down, not wanting to push the tension further.

There was a romantic drama playing—exactly the type of show Norah used to enjoy. Kevin thought it would make her feel more at ease, so he joined her, hoping for some normalcy.

"Why are you staring? Relax," Kevin said, noticing her guarded expression.

Settling in, Norah turned her attention to the screen, making an effort to ignore Kevin. At first, she couldn’t focus, but as the show went on, she found herself drawn into the storyline, momentarily easing her anxiety.

Kevin adjusted his position, trying not to disturb her. When his arm brushed her stomach, he paused, eyes narrowing in thought. "Have you gained some weight recently?" he asked casually.

Norah's body tensed. "No," she replied, her voice tight.

Kevin's hand rested on her abdomen, prompting suspicion. "Feels like your stomach's a bit rounder," he noted, half-jokingly.

Panic surged through her, and she pushed his hand away. The sudden movement made Kevin’s eyes narrow with curiosity. "What’s wrong?" he asked, sensing something deeper.

Norah’s heart raced. Was it that noticeable? But it was too soon for anyone to tell—at least, that’s what she had thought.

Meeting his gaze, she managed a shaky smile. "I probably just overate. I’m going to sleep now," she said, turning over and shutting her eyes, desperately avoiding more questions.

Kevin's brows furrowed as he studied her. She was different—more distant, more guarded. He couldn’t ignore how she had changed, and it gnawed at him. But for now, he let it go, choosing silence over confrontation.

As the night deepened, Kevin wrapped his arm around her. The warmth felt oddly reassuring, and he realized he might not be able to imagine life without her.

Early the next morning, Norah was up, eager to leave for work. The thought of the office as a refuge had never crossed her mind until now.

They left together, sharing the car ride. Thankfully, Kevin kept work and personal matters separate, so once they reached the building, he left her alone.

At her desk, Norah picked up the resumes she’d prepped and headed to the interviews.

Out of the hundreds of applications, she had shortlisted only twenty.

"Ms. White, are you really leaving?" Tessa asked, disbelief evident in her eyes.

"Yes." Norah’s tone was firm. "I’m heading to the interviews now. Care to join me?"

Norah had worked at Edwards Corp for seven years, becoming a trusted veteran. The idea of her resignation seemed impossible to most.

Tessa's face fell. "If you go, I’ll get yelled at by Mr. Edwards all the time!"

"You’ll have to manage on your own," Norah replied gently. "It's time for you to step up."

Despite her words, Norah knew it was hard to leave a comfort zone.

With determination, she walked to the interview room. Among the candidates, she evaluated each carefully, prioritizing adaptability over experience.

In the end, she chose a bright, sharp young woman fresh out of college.

The new hire, Scarlet Clement, had a confident smile and a respectful posture. "I promise to do my best, Ms. White."

Norah nodded. "Good. Let's get you ready to meet Mr. Edwards."

Handing Scarlet a notebook filled with Kevin’s routines and preferences, she instructed, "Study these carefully."

Scarlet was diligent, flipping through the pages. But halfway through, she looked up, puzzled. "Ms. White, is there an error here?"