Ch. 319: Mr. Edwards’ Unraveled Life Chapter 319

Chapter 319

Jace has always been decisive and didn't plan to let Steven go. But he hesitated, considering the authenticity of Steven’s words—could he be a trustworthy friend?

During their confrontation, the house was filled with noise. Norah, now feeling better, regained consciousness. When she turned her head, she saw them locked in a struggle.

“What are you doing?” she asked.

Jace turned his back to her, blocking Steven's movements.

Norah, still unaware of the fight, squinted and saw Steven’s figure. “Steven?” she called out.

At her voice, Jace released Steven and hid the scalpel once again. Steven, understanding the situation, smiled as if nothing had happened. “Norah, you're awake.”

Norah sat up. “Why are you here?”

Steven, holding a gift in his hand, explained, “I just got back from a business trip. Your house was empty, so I thought you were still at the office. I brought this for you.” He handed her a champagne rose and a box of imported chocolates.

“Thank you.” Norah took them, then turned to Jace. “You're here too? What was going on? It looked like you were about to fight.”

Steven quickly reassured her, “It was the first time I saw him, so I was just being cautious. We talked for a bit.”

Norah eyed Jace. Although he was silent, she worried about his social anxiety—he rarely interacted with others.

“Let’s introduce you. Steven is an old classmate, and this is Jace, a new friend of mine!”

Steven offered Jace a warm smile. “Hello.”

“Hello.” Jace nodded, looking apologetic. “I’m sorry for earlier.”

“It’s fine,” Steven said. His gaze shifted to Norah, and he couldn’t help but notice how different she seemed. She had lost weight, something unusual for a pregnant woman. Her figure appeared drawn and thinner than before.

“I’m off work,” Norah said, brushing off their concerns. “Let’s clean up. You two can wait outside.”

The two men silently left the room. Before heading home, Norah reflected on the play directed by Nellie, copying the content to watch later.

Steven, walking out, expressed concern. “What’s wrong with Norah? She doesn’t look good. You still haven’t answered me—why did she divorce Kevin? What happened?”

Even if Steven hadn’t seen Norah in a while, he knew about her relationship with Kevin—how the proposal had been broadcasted live, and Kevin's scandal with Bianca. Steven had seen it all.

Though Steven had once hoped Norah would find happiness, her recent troubles weighed heavily on him.

Jace, unsure of how much Steven knew, hesitated before speaking. “Even if you know, what can you do? The situation can’t be changed.”

Steven stopped and said firmly, “I can help Norah, just like you.”

Jace’s lips curved into a slight smirk. “You want to risk your life for her?”

Steven raised an eyebrow. “Yes.”

Jace’s brown eyes deepened. “She’s been poisoned. There’s no cure.”

Steven’s heart skipped. “No cure? No wonder she looks so pale. I saw you bleeding earlier. Can you ease the poison this way?”

“I can only temporarily ease her pain,” Jace replied. “The poison is incurable. There’s an antidote, but it’s not here.”

“Where is it?” Steven pressed.

Jace fell silent, finally adding, “Do you know the Nile organization?”

Steven’s face stiffened. “Isn’t that a terrorist group? It was wiped out years ago. How could it be…”

“Not exactly,” Jace’s eyes darkened. “I’m one of them.”

Steven’s mind raced, recalling the time Norah was kidnapped. “Is this organization targeting Norah?”

Jace hesitated before answering, “No, I don’t think so.”

“Could the scandal with Kevin and Bianca be linked to this?” Steven asked, connecting the dots. A chilling thought crossed his mind.

“It’s possible she doesn’t have the antidote,” Jace said. “Right now, there’s only one way to find it—except for her, no one knows where it is.”

Steven clenched his fists, his worry for Norah growing. “I understand.” His voice grew quiet. “I’ll find a way.”

Jace nodded. “Do what you can.”

Just then, Norah walked out, her bag slung over her shoulder. She smiled when she saw them talking. “What’s going on?”

Their solemn expressions didn’t go unnoticed by her.

“Is something wrong?” she asked. “Why do you look so serious?”

Jace quickly masked his emotions with a smile. “What do you want to eat tonight?”

Norah eyed him, noticing his pale face. “You’ve been looking so drained lately. Let’s take care of you tonight. I’ll treat you both to dinner.”

Steven managed a weak smile. “Okay.”

Norah took them to an upscale restaurant, where she casually mentioned, “I’m not just working in TV anymore—I’m also investing in TV dramas.” She scrolled through the menu without a care for their serious expressions. “It’s a lot of pressure, but I won’t give up. I have to push harder. I’ll get the black chicken and black bean soup, and red date yam porridge…”

She looked at Jace. “This is for your blood replenishment!”

Jace’s eyes softened, and a smile naturally spread across his face when he looked at her.

“Order another one of these,” Norah said, turning to Steven. “If you like it, go ahead and order it.”

Steven asked, “So you’re investing in TV dramas? Are you short on funds?”

“Not too bad,” Norah replied. “I have some savings, but if I spend it all, I might end up broke. But I’ll keep working hard. I’m on my own now, and there’s a baby to care for. It’s expensive.”

“It’s okay. I’ve got you!” Steven reassured her.

Norah smiled, appreciating the support, but remained determined to rely on her own efforts. When the waiter brought the food, she said, “Eat up, I’m starving!”

She dug in, eating quickly to fuel up for the next day’s challenges.

Steven, ever thoughtful, served her some vegetables. “Eat slowly. No one’s going to steal your food. Work’s exhausting—will you even have time to eat?”

Norah smiled between bites. “I’m pregnant with a big appetite! Don’t worry about me. I’m doing great and feel more motivated than ever.”

Her attitude was a reflection of how much she had changed. In the past, she worked for Kevin. Now, she was working for herself, and that gave her a new sense of purpose.

Steven was still concerned, but Jace understood Norah’s determination and supported her quietly.

They ate in silence.

But suddenly—

Ding Ding Ding~~

An alarm rang through the restaurant.

“Fire! Run!”

Guests scrambled to exit in panic.