Chapter 204

From a distance, Norah’s soft voice called out, “Kevin.” She stood there, looking composed but slightly worn, with Gloria at her side. Gloria, concerned for Norah’s safety, had insisted on accompanying her to the hospital.

Kevin froze at the sound of her voice. Turning swiftly, he saw her—alive and standing. Relief and joy surged through him, emotions he hadn’t allowed himself to fully feel until that moment. Without hesitation, he walked briskly to her and pulled her into a tight embrace.

The hug was almost overwhelming for Norah. She didn’t expect this reaction, and as Kevin’s arms tightened around her, she found herself momentarily breathless.

Kevin’s voice broke, soft and hoarse, as though he was afraid speaking too loudly might cause her to vanish. “Where did you go? Do you have any idea how worried I was?”

The scene stunned everyone nearby. Norah wasn’t just a secretary. For Kevin to hold her this way, with such protectiveness and care, it was clear that she meant far more to him. Even Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins exchanged surprised glances. Tessa, who had long suspected Norah’s deeper connection to Kevin, felt her assumptions finally confirmed.

Norah hesitated briefly before gently pushing Kevin back, slipping from his embrace with a calm smile. “I’m fine. I was rescued by fishermen and brought here. I didn’t have any way to contact anyone, so I asked the nurse to call Gloria. It’s nothing serious—I’m fine now.”