Ch. 504: Mr. Edwards’ Unraveled Life Chapter 504

Chapter 504

Mousse stood there, his expression unreadable.

Kevin held Cooper tightly, his silence speaking volumes. His eyes said everything words couldn’t.

He hadn’t wanted it to come to this, but today, Mousse had forced his hand.

"Give me the antidote," Kevin demanded. "I’ve always been Chinese. I’m only here because you saved me. I’ve been waiting for the right moment to return."

"President! We can’t let the Chinese stay on our side!" one of Mousse’s advisors protested.

"President, think carefully!" another chimed in.

Mousse’s inner circle was quick to voice their objections.

Mousse’s gaze locked onto Kevin. Kevin’s face was cold, unyielding. He didn’t feel he was in the wrong. In fact, he believed this was the only way.

"Don’t forget," Mousse said, his voice low and sharp, "your roots are here. If it weren’t for me, you’d be at the bottom of a river by now. Kevin…"

"I haven’t forgotten," Kevin shot back. "But don’t forget, I was once the leader of Craggaville. If you want Craggaville’s army to turn against S country, you’d better let us go. My wife and son are here, and what you’re doing now borders on harm and unlawful detention."

A fierce coldness flashed in Mousse’s eyes.

Others began to plead with him. "President, S country has made enemies. Craggaville is our ally. If Craggaville joins the fight, with our current strength… we’ll be like fish on a chopping block!"

"President, think of our country and our people!"

Mousse didn’t want to hear it. "Kevin, you’ve done well. But don’t assume everything will go your way."

The chill in his eyes deepened.

By now, Kevin knew Mousse wouldn’t give him the antidote. But he had to get Norah and Cooper out. Reuniting his family was his dream—and his duty.

Mousse gave a nod to the people around him, and they reluctantly stepped aside, clearing a path for Kevin.

When Kevin returned to Norah with Cooper in his arms, she rushed forward. "Did you get the medicine? How is Cooper?"

Other children had happy families, laughter, and joy. But her child… not only lived in a war zone but was also suffering physically.

Norah’s guilt deepened. She wasn’t strong enough, wasn’t capable enough. Otherwise, her child wouldn’t have to endure this.

Kevin had planned to lie, to ease her worry. But seeing the desperation in her eyes, he couldn’t bring himself to do it.

"I didn’t get the medicine," he admitted. "But we’ll go back to the capital. Don’t worry, I’ll find a way to help Cooper, no matter what it takes."

Norah felt like the ground had been ripped out from under her. She stumbled, but Jace caught her before she could fall.

Kevin’s heart ached as he watched. He’d wanted to shield her from the truth, but he knew Norah wouldn’t want that. So he’d been honest, even if it hurt.

Norah made a decision. "If your father’s condition is that you stay here, then I’ll stay too."

She could bear the separation, as long as Cooper and Kevin were safe. Seeing her child suffer and Kevin in pain was too much for her.

Kevin’s throat tightened. He pulled her into a fierce embrace. "No. Don’t make that decision. This is my fault. I didn’t protect you. I’ll spend the rest of my life making it up to you. Don’t give up. Our child and I can’t live without you."

If Kevin and Cooper stayed in S country, Norah would be alone. Jace saw an opening, a chance for himself. But the truth was…

Norah would be miserable. All Jace wanted was for her to be happy.

Jace stepped forward, his voice steady. "Norah, don’t worry. You still have me. You still have Pharaoh. Don’t forget who I used to be."

His words were a wake-up call. Pharaoh was known for his experiments, for turning Jace into a "medicine man" once. Maybe he had a solution.

For Cooper’s sake, Norah was willing to swallow her pride.

It was like finding an oasis in the desert. "Kevin, let’s go to the Yi tribe first!" Norah said, hope flickering in her voice.

"Okay," Kevin agreed, his voice rough. Right now, he’d follow her lead.

Jace trailed behind them, his purpose clear: as long as Norah was happy, he’d follow her for the rest of his life.

Cooper stirred awake. Seeing Kevin and Norah by his side, a small smile tugged at his lips. He was happy. They were here.

"Like… a dream," Cooper struggled to say.

Norah squeezed his hand. "Cooper, don’t be afraid. This is real. Mom and Dad are here. We’ll take you to where we grew up. You’ll go to school, get better, and make lots of friends."

"Okay," Cooper whispered.

The journey from S country to the Yi tribe wasn’t short, but Kevin pushed them forward at top speed. When they arrived, Pharaoh took one look at Norah holding Cooper and understood everything. Baimo had already filled him in about Kevin and Cooper being alive.

"Don’t worry," Pharaoh said. "The child is in my hands now. Even if something happens to me, I won’t let anything happen to him. You can focus on what you need to do."

"No," Norah insisted. "I’m not leaving until my child gets better. I know this is sudden, but… you’re his only hope. If you can save him, I’ll agree to everything you’ve asked of me before."

Her voice was hoarse, her desperation palpable.

Pharaoh was struck by her words. He reached out, wanting to comfort her, but stopped himself. This was already a huge step for Norah.

He smiled gently. "Don’t worry. This is my grandson. I’ll do everything in my power to cure him."

This child was a turning point for him and Norah, and he wasn’t about to let it slip away.

Pharaoh took Cooper, and Baimo led Norah and Kevin to their quarters. But unnoticed, Jace followed Pharaoh to the lab.

Once inside, with only Pharaoh, Cooper, and himself present, Jace spoke up. "Pharaoh, if it comes to it… you can make me a medicine man again."

His expression was cold, resolute. For Norah, he was willing to do anything.