Ch. 148: Mr. Edwards’ Unraveled Life chapter 148

Chapter 148Siena's frustration simmered as she watched the front desk attendant block her. Without missing a beat, she instructed her bodyguards, “Follow Kevin and Norah. I want updates on every step they take.” She knew that Kevin would be drawn to Norah’s side with her being in such a predicament.

As expected, Kevin had already rushed to the police station.

Inside the station, Norah, Gloria, and Maia sat in the same interrogation room. Maia had people backing her, so she knew she could leave as soon as someone came to bail her out. Still, she made sure to be placed in the same room as Norah, hoping it would rattle her confidence once she got released.

But Maia’s plan backfired. Norah’s bail was prioritized, and the one who came to get her out was none other than Kevin Edwards himself.

He entered in a sleek gray shirt and dark pants, towering at six-foot-two with a composed yet unmistakably fierce aura. His expression alone silenced the room.

Maia’s heart sank. She hadn’t expected Kevin to show up personally, which was a clear indication of his feelings for Norah.

Seeing him, even Norah was caught off guard and didn’t dare look directly at him. Embarrassed, she thought to herself that ending up in a police station brawl was hardly an ideal situation to draw his attention.

Kevin’s sharp eyes turned to Maia. “So, you’re the one saying Norah’s here flaunting her card?” His gaze was intense and unwavering.

Under the pressure of his stare, Maia faltered. “Mr. Edwards, it was just a small misunderstanding between me and Ms. White…”

Kevin’s smile held no warmth. “A small misunderstanding? Small misunderstandings don’t end up in a police station. How would you define a serious problem?”

Maia stammered, completely out of words, realizing she’d stirred up trouble with someone far more influential than she anticipated.

Gloria couldn’t resist adding, “Weren’t you the one acting all high and mighty in the mall, ready to snatch clothes out of my hands?”

Forced into a corner, Maia gave in, her face red with humiliation. She looked at Norah and Gloria, muttering, “I… I was out of line. I’m sorry, truly. Can we just move on from this?”

But Kevin wasn’t done. “Kian,” he called out to his assistant, “find me any evidence of public harassment from her. Have her detained for a few days.”

Maia’s face turned pale. As the daughter of a prominent family and a well-known designer, being detained would damage her reputation beyond repair. “Please, Mr. Edwards… Ms. White… I’ve learned my lesson. I’m truly sorry.”

Norah, catching Kevin’s approving look, decided it was time to leave. She grabbed Gloria’s hand, and they walked out, leaving Maia kneeling, begging for mercy.

Kian stayed behind to finalize the details, ensuring Maia would be detained for three days. He also arranged for her negative online comments to be wiped from the internet.

Once they were outside, Gloria turned to Norah. “Since Mr. Edwards is here, I’ll take my leave. I’ve got other things to take care of.” She didn’t want to linger and face Kevin’s intimidating presence.

After Gloria left, Norah got into Kevin’s car. With Kian still outside, it was just the two of them in the vehicle.

Kevin took her hand, his voice gentle yet probing. “Are you hurt?”

Norah shook her head. “Thank you for your help. I’m sorry for the trouble.”

Kevin’s face darkened. The formality of her “thank you” seemed distant, a far cry from the connection he wanted to maintain.

Sensing the tension, Norah added, “Did this incident cause you any trouble? I know the media’s been brutal…”

Kevin’s response was a loaded question. “What do you think?”

Unsure of his tone, Norah fell silent, unable to read his thoughts.

“We won’t be able to eat out tonight,” Kevin finally said, his voice matter-of-fact. “Come back to the Edwards mansion with me.”

Though puzzled, Norah nodded. “Alright.” Whatever he decided, she would go along.

Just as they prepared to leave, Kian slipped into the car, and Kevin instructed him, “To the office.”

Meanwhile, Siena wasn’t far behind. She had already arranged for her own ride to the Edwards Group headquarters. But upon arrival, the receptionist stopped her. “Madam, Mr. Edwards is not taking visitors today.”