Chapter 425

Norah studied Chana, puzzled by her words. It felt like Chana was dropping hints, but Norah wasn’t sure what she was getting at. She decided to play along. “What are you planning to do for Kevin?” she asked.

Chana laughed lightly. “Captain Edwards has been so kind to me and my son. I’m incredibly grateful. He even offered to take us back to Craggaville. He saved our lives when he was injured, and I don’t know how to repay him.” She paused, then added, “I’ve noticed he’s always alone. Is he single?”

Norah shrugged. “Why don’t you ask him yourself?”

Chana looked embarrassed. “How could I ask something like that? I thought since you’ve talked to him a lot, you might know…”

Norah cut her off. “You’ve been around him for a while now. Shouldn’t you already know? Or are you worried I’ll get in the way of whatever you’re trying to do with him?”

Chana quickly backtracked, her tone softening. “That’s not what I meant at all. Miss Norah, I know Captain Edwards doesn’t feel that way about you. You’ve misunderstood me. Did I offend you? I’m sorry…”