Ch. 505: Mr. Edwards’ Unraveled Life Chapter 505

Chapter 505

The moment those words left his mouth, Pharaoh immediately grasped Jace’s meaning.

Pharaoh knew full well that Jace was completely devoted to Norah. Even if it wasn’t for her directly, he would go to great lengths to help those she cared about just to see her happy.

But—

Norah only saw Jace as a friend. Pharaoh also knew that as a child, Norah had given Jace a string of emerald green beads—her mother’s keepsake.

If Jace was sacrificed, Norah would be devastated.

He couldn’t bear to cause his only daughter that kind of pain.

Pressing his lips together, Pharaoh spoke in a low voice. “I won’t deny that I initially thought about using you to accomplish something. But now… you’re Julie’s friend, and you genuinely care about her. I can’t sacrifice you. However, you can assist me while I treat the child.”

“Understood,” Jace responded without hesitation.

Before proceeding, Pharaoh needed to assess Cooper’s condition, which required a blood sample for testing.

Norah had already prepared Cooper, so the blood draw went smoothly.

Pharaoh wanted immediate results and prioritized the test. When he saw the bloodwork and medical reports, his expression darkened.

Cooper wasn’t just suffering from asthma—he also had a heart condition.

And his platelet clotting value…

Pharaoh’s grip on the papers tightened as the realization hit him. Jace, peering over his shoulder, was equally stunned.

There was an unknown drug molecule in Cooper’s system.

Even worse—

Leukemia.

Not just a suspicion. A certainty.

If they told Norah now, she wouldn’t be able to handle it. From the beginning, Karina had used the promise of the child’s survival to give Norah the will to keep going.

Leukemia required a successful bone marrow match, and while Pharaoh, Kevin, and Baimo had resources, finding a compatible donor wouldn’t be easy.

The treatment process would be grueling and painful.

And if something went wrong…

Pharaoh waved a hand, stopping Jace before he could speak. “Don’t tell Norah. I’ll take care of everything.”

He had conducted countless experiments and accumulated years of experience—this was the time to put it to use.

There were many people in the Yi tribe. One of them had to be a match.

And then there was Kevin.

For five years, the world believed Kevin was dead. Norah had grieved for him all that time. If anyone was going to break the news to her, it had to be Kevin.

Pharaoh met Jace’s gaze. “Go get Kevin.”

Jace nodded. “On it.”

When Jace found him, Kevin was holding Norah close, offering her silent support.

“Captain Edwards, Pharaoh wants to see you,” Jace said, using the formal title Kevin had earned.

Kevin immediately released Norah. She looked up at Jace, surprised. “Why does he need him?”

Jace’s voice was hoarse but steady. “I’m not sure. Probably to ask him something important. Norah, just wait here.”

“I’ll be back,” Kevin reassured her before heading off.

Norah wanted to protest, but Baimo stopped her. “Kevin is just as involved in the child’s situation as you are. Besides, he’s your father’s son-in-law. They may have been on opposite sides before, but now Craggaville and the Yi tribe are allies. It makes sense for Pharaoh to call him.”

“Or… are you worried your father will harm Kevin?”

Baimo’s words struck a nerve. Norah wasn’t afraid her father would hurt Kevin—not now, not in this situation.

But Baimo saw through her hesitation and smirked. “If you already know Pharaoh won’t harm Kevin, then what are you afraid of? Just rest. Right now, no one here will lie to you. You’re our only one. We need to make up for what you’ve been through. Hurting you isn’t an option.”

Norah didn’t respond, but she felt the sincerity behind his words. Baimo’s reassurances weren’t just empty promises—he had proven them with actions.

Meanwhile, Jace led Kevin into Pharaoh’s laboratory before stepping outside, leaving them alone.

Cooper lay on the operating table, an IV needle in his small hand.

Men were often better at masking their emotions than women, but when Pharaoh handed Kevin the test results, Kevin’s expression darkened.

“This child was born with complications, but his conditions worsened due to premature birth,” Pharaoh explained. “He even has leukemia. When you handed him over to your father in exchange for Norah’s antidote… how did he treat him?”

Pharaoh regretted the question the moment he asked it. Kevin’s dark eyes glinted with a cold fury.

When Norah was poisoned, Archer, Karina—even Calvin—had played a part.

And Calvin… Calvin had failed due to misplaced trust and negligence.

In the end, it had led to all of this.

Regret weighed heavily on Pharaoh. “You should get tested to see if you’re a match. If you are, it’s the best outcome. If not, I’ll arrange for other options.” His voice lowered. “But I need you to keep this from Norah. I also need you to vouch for me.”

For years, Norah had suffered because of her love for Kevin. Pharaoh wanted nothing more than to see his daughter’s family reunited.

And deep down… he hoped Kevin could help Norah forgive him.

If Norah’s family stayed in the Yi tribe, it would be a true reunion.

That was his wish.

Kevin studied Pharaoh in silence.

They had once been enemies. Pharaoh, the formidable leader of the Yi tribe—powerful, ruthless, and unyielding.

Yet now, for Norah’s sake, he had set aside his pride.

Pharaoh had changed.

Kevin understood what Pharaoh was asking of him.

“I won’t tell Norah the truth until Cooper is completely healed,” Kevin finally said.

He would let Norah believe her son was simply suffering from asthma and the aftereffects of premature birth—made worse by his father’s interference.

Kevin’s gaze remained steady. “And about what I asked you before?”

Pharaoh’s eyes filled with hope. He desperately wanted Norah’s forgiveness.

After a brief pause, Kevin nodded. “Since you’ve entrusted this to me, I’ll handle it. Don’t worry.”

No matter what had happened in the past, Pharaoh was still Norah’s father. And blood ties…

Could never be erased.