Ch. 160: Mr. Edwards’ Unraveled Life chapter 160

Chapter 160Norah wasn’t happy, but she kept her composure. She didn’t have many options.

“Yes, I’m happy,” she replied, knowing full well it was a lie.

Kevin saw right through her. “Is this ‘better way’ you’re talking about getting a lawyer involved?”

Norah didn’t deny it. After a brief silence, she turned to him. “Mr. Edwards, we’re headed in different directions now.”

She had no intention of going with him; she was on her way to see a lawyer. Kevin understood her intentions, and there was no chance he’d offer her a ride out of kindness.

“The Edwards family has a lot to handle,” he commented dryly.

“Right,” she replied, keeping quiet after that.

Once they arrived at Edwards Group, Kevin headed to his office, while Norah returned to her desk.

Scarlet, one of the newer employees, seemed surprised to see her. “Ms. White, I thought you’d decided not to come in today.”

Scarlet’s words caught Norah off guard. She was polished and dressed in a professional suit—something that, for whatever reason, felt irritating to Norah today. Kevin clearly had high hopes for Scarlet, who was hired to eventually replace her. But somehow, hearing her say this struck a nerve.

“It’s not time for me to leave yet,” Norah replied coolly.

Scarlet moved closer. “Ms. White, before you go, I have a few things I’d like to ask you.”

Before Norah could respond, Kevin’s voice cut in from across the room. “Does her business have anything to do with you?”

Scarlet turned red, clearly rattled. She had thought Kevin was in his office, but he’d overheard everything.

“Mr. Edwards, I didn’t mean anything by it,” Scarlet said, trying to explain, her eyes glued to the floor like a guilty child.

Kevin didn’t let her continue. “Get out of Edwards.”

Scarlet was stunned, unable to process what just happened. She looked to Norah for help, but Norah stayed silent. She wasn’t about to cross Kevin, especially when his decisions were final.

Kevin noticed Scarlet hesitating. “Leave. Don’t make me say it a third time,” he barked, his tone brooking no argument.

Scarlet, visibly upset, had no choice but to leave without another word.

Once she was gone, Norah glanced at Kevin. “I’ll start looking for a new assistant.”

“Make sure you don’t bring in another Scarlet,” he replied coldly, turning his back to her, his tone icy.

Norah knew Kevin was furious. His reaction seemed out of character—he’d been quite optimistic about Scarlet, yet he dismissed her without a second thought.

Being left to pick up the slack after Scarlet’s departure, Norah found herself overwhelmed. Her body felt heavy with fatigue, a constant reminder of her pregnancy. All she wanted was a moment of rest, to just lie down and sleep.

“Norah.”

Kevin’s voice startled her back to attention. She moved toward him immediately. “Yes, Mr. Edwards, what do you need?”

Without looking up, Kevin gave her a series of tasks. “Pick up the Jenkins delegation from their hotel. Set up the lunch location, and book a private venue for tonight.”

“Yes, sir,” Norah replied, resigned.

She went to the underground parking lot, heading toward her car. As she opened the door, she felt a sudden grip on her wrist. Startled, she turned to see Scarlet standing there.

“Ms. White, you’re the one who brought me into this company,” Scarlet pleaded. “You know what kind of person I am. Can’t you talk to Mr. Edwards for me?”

Scarlet didn’t want to leave and was prepared to do whatever it took to stay. She’d been waiting in the parking lot, hoping for a chance to speak to anyone who could help her.

Norah pulled her wrist free. “Mr. Edwards made his decision. You know his temperament. Do you think he’ll change his mind?”

She wasn’t willing to risk her own standing with Kevin over Scarlet. She knew that in Kevin’s eyes, everyone was replaceable—everyone except, perhaps, Bianca.

Seeing Norah’s resolute expression, Scarlet’s last hopes seemed to crumble. “Did I do something wrong? You were the one who told me to ask questions. I thought I was following your lead, Norah. Are you just upset that I’d be replacing you?”

“What are you talking about?” Norah’s initial goodwill toward Scarlet evaporated. She hadn’t expected Scarlet to turn against her so quickly.

Norah kept her voice even, not wanting to prolong the exchange. “Mr. Edwards decides who stays and who goes. Focus on your skills, prove your worth, and earn respect.”

With that, Norah shut the door, effectively ending the conversation.

As Norah drove to the hotel, Scarlet was left standing alone. Scarlet had seen enough in her time at Edwards Group to know there was something between Norah and Kevin. The fact that he had stepped in so fiercely for Norah was not lost on her.

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It took less than an hour for Norah to reach the hotel, where she was greeted by Jamie Jenkins, a strikingly beautiful young woman from the Jenkins family.

Jamie wasted no time in voicing her irritation. “Your Edwards team keeps switching people without notifying us. Do we mean nothing to you?”

Norah, calm and collected, was unfazed by Jamie’s attitude.

“Get Kevin to come here himself,” Jamie continued, crossing her arms. “Otherwise, this deal is off.”