Ch. 88: Mr. Edwards' Unraveled Life chapter 88

Mr. Edwards' Unraveled Life chapter 88 - Old Mr. Godin reminded Norah to take good care of her husband and not let anyone else get close to him.

Norah didn’t want him worrying about her relationship with Kevin while being unwell. She smiled and said, “I know. Kevin has told me. It’s getting late and chilly outside, let’s head in.”

“Alright,” Old Mr. Godin agreed without saying more.

After taking him to his room, Norah hesitated about going to the obstetrics and gynecology department. Just then, Lola called her, “Ms. White, why don’t you come to the hospital? I have something to tell you.”

Norah decided to go.

When she arrived, Kian was by the door and looked uneasy when he saw her.

“Secretary White, what brings you here?” he asked with a forced smile.

Norah stayed calm and asked, “What’s going on?”

“Well… let's call Mr. Edwards and have him come over first…”

His hesitation made Norah suspicious. “Is there something I shouldn’t know?”

Kian was unsure whether to answer, but after glancing at Lola in the room, he sighed, “You should see for yourself.”

Norah looked inside at Lola, who didn’t look well but had a smile on her face.

Lola greeted her, “Ms. White, you’re here.”

She tried to get out of bed but stopped herself. “Ms. White, I’m not able to get up right now. Mr. Edwards said I need to rest, so I won’t stand to greet you.”

Kian found her tone teasing, something he hadn’t noticed before.

Norah felt uneasy hearing this but didn’t show it. In a professional tone, she asked, “Where did you get hurt?”

Lola smiled faintly, “Just some minor injuries. Nothing serious.”

Minor injuries, but hospitalized?

“I’m also pregnant!”

Norah froze in disbelief. Pregnant?

How could this be?

Lola noticed her shock and continued, “The baby has been growing for just over a month. The doctor said my health isn't great, so Mr. Edwards had me hospitalized to protect the baby.”

Kian had known this but hesitated to tell Norah. As Kevin's wife, she deserved to know.

Norah looked at Kian, who confirmed, “Ms. Gill… is indeed pregnant.”

Norah was confused. How could they both be pregnant at the same time? Did Lola really spend the night with Kevin?

Lola seized the moment. “I’m pregnant with Mr. Edwards’ child. Ms. White, I hope you won’t stand in my way.”

She had always seen Norah as a rival and thought that if she had Kevin’s child, Norah would give up.

Norah asked Lola, “How long have you and Kevin known each other?”

Lola didn’t fully understand the question but answered, “I’ve known him for some time, though not as long as you.”

She smiled at Kian. “Mr. Kian, could you leave? I’d like to speak with Ms. White privately.”

Norah nodded, and Kian left, closing the door behind him.

Lola sat up, gently stroking her belly. “Ms. White, I know Mr. Edwards has someone in his heart.”

Norah clenched her fists.

Lola continued, “He pities me because I remind him of someone. I look like her, so he likes me. That’s enough for me. I’m satisfied just being pregnant with his child.”

Lola looked at Norah. “You know the person is Bianca, right?”

Norah turned pale. How did she know?

“Kevin told you that he loves Bianca and sees you as her replacement?” Norah asked.

Lola shrugged. “I don’t care if I’m a substitute. I’m just glad to have a little bit of his affection.”

If Kevin hadn’t told her this, how would she know?

Norah felt crushed. After all this time, she still couldn’t escape these shadows.

Lola pressed on, “Has Mr. Edwards ever cared for you?”

This was meant to wound.

Norah met Lola’s gaze, seeing a smug confidence, as if Norah had never been cared for.

“Does it matter?” Norah replied.

“It matters to me,” Lola insisted.

Norah laughed.

“It doesn’t matter. Life goes on without anyone. Without Kevin, maybe…” Norah thought of her struggles and felt weighed down. “Maybe I can become the best version of myself.”

Lola was startled, not expecting this relaxed response.

If you love someone, you fight to keep them. That’s love, she thought. How could Norah just give up?

She suspected Norah was bluffing.

Lola was content now, pregnant and secure, but she doubted Norah was as calm as she appeared. “I hope you’ll feel the same way in the future,” Lola said.

Just then, she called out, “Mr. Edwards.”

Kevin stood in the doorway, his face cold.

Without looking at Norah, he asked Lola, “Are you feeling better?”

Lola replied, “Much better.”

“The doctor says you need better nutrition. I’ll have the servants prepare more food for you,” Kevin added.

Lola smiled. “Thank you, Mr. Edwards.”

Hearing this, Norah couldn’t stand it any longer. “I’m leaving,” she said, walking out.

Kian was worried, “Secretary White.”

He turned to Kevin. “Mr. Edwards?”

Kevin didn’t move. “Didn’t she say she can be the best version of herself without me? Let her be.”

He left the room, unhappy.

“Mr. Edwards…” Lola wanted to share her ultrasound with him but was disappointed. She thought his mood was Norah’s fault.

Lola then called her boss at the nightclub to share her good news.

“Hello, boss…”

“Lola, I need to tell you something,” her boss sounded panicked. “You’ve got the wrong man. The one from that night wasn’t Mr. Edwards…”