Ch. 192: Mr. Edwards’ Unraveled Life chapter 192
Chapter 192
Norah’s response to Tessa’s anxious tone was calm, her fingers steadily typing on the keyboard as she glanced up. “What would I be doing in Kevin’s office? His business is his own. I can’t interfere, even if I wanted to.”
Tessa fidgeted, her concern growing more evident. “Bianca came in early this morning. Mr. Edwards called her into his office, and she hasn’t come out. Something’s definitely going on.”
The mention of Bianca made Norah pause briefly. She knew Bianca was the current darling of the entertainment industry, basking in the glow of her fame and confidence. Norah resumed typing, her voice steady. “Did she come to deliver tea? If not, ask Shelby to take some over. We need to maintain proper hospitality, or people might think the Edwards family lacks manners.”
Tessa blinked, taken aback by Norah’s composed demeanor. “That’s not it, though...”
Despite Tessa’s flustered state, Norah remained unmoved. If Bianca’s presence in Kevin’s office was meant to provoke her, it wasn’t going to work.
Soon after, Shelby delivered tea to the office, and the door opened briefly. Bianca’s reddened eyes were visible, as though she’d been reprimanded. Her vulnerability seemed almost theatrical to Norah, who merely glanced in her direction and returned to her work.
Shelby returned to the group, her voice hushed but excited. “I think Mr. Edwards was scolding her. Something about her dating life upset him.”
Tessa furrowed her brow. “Bianca? Dating? That doesn’t make sense. She’s been all over Kevin lately. Who could she possibly be seeing?”
Shelby shrugged. “There’s a photo circulating—she was caught entering an apartment with her co-star from that hit drama.”
Tessa gasped, pulling up the gossip on her phone. “She’s been caught red-handed! No wonder Kevin’s mad. But why would he care so much?”
Norah observed the video for a moment, her expression unreadable. Bianca’s personal life was of little concern to her, but Kevin’s apparent anger raised questions. Was he jealous? Protective? Either way, Norah resolved not to dwell on it. Speculating about Kevin’s feelings never led anywhere productive.
The office door swung open, and Bianca emerged, her voice trembling as she addressed Kevin. “Kevin, I swear there’s nothing between us. The paparazzi just love to make things up. I’ll make sure this doesn’t happen again.”
Kevin’s voice was cold, authoritative. “This is the last time. I won’t tolerate gossip like this interfering with business.”
“I understand,” Bianca replied meekly, her eyes lingering on Kevin as if seeking reassurance.
As she exited, her gaze swept the room, quickly landing on Norah. Bianca’s self-assurance returned, her fingers subtly flaunting the diamond ring she wore. “Why are so many of you standing around here? Kevin, do you need all these people? The efficiency in this office could use some tightening up.”
Her tone was seemingly directed at Tessa and Shelby, but Norah knew the barb was aimed at her. Without missing a beat, Norah retorted, her tone icy. “Shelby’s new. Tessa’s helping her get acclimated. Edwards has the resources to invest in proper training, unlike some fledgling companies that are barely keeping up.”
Bianca stiffened, her composure cracking for a moment. “Well, it’s a good thing Kevin knows how to pick winners. Have you seen my latest show?”
Norah didn’t even glance up from her computer. “I don’t waste my time on mindless dramas. No, I haven’t watched it.”
Bianca’s smile faltered, but she quickly masked her irritation. However, the tension in the room was palpable as the two women exchanged subtle yet cutting remarks, each unwilling to back down.