Mr. Edwards' Unraveled Life chapter 5

Chapter 5

Norah stopped. Instead of the harmonious relationship they once had, their dynamic had become more like that of a superior and subordinate: “Mr. Edwards, is there anything else you want to say?”

Kevin turned around and stared at Norah’s distant face. In a commanding tone, he said, “Sit down.”

Norah suddenly didn’t understand what he wanted to do. Kevin walked over to her, and as he got closer, she felt the air thin, making her feel nervous and a little strange. She didn’t move, but Kevin took the initiative to hold her hand.

When his warm palm touched her, she felt like she was burned by something and wanted to pull away, but Kevin held her hand firmly, not giving her a chance to pull it back. He pulled her aside and asked with a frown, “Your hand is injured, didn’t you notice?”

His concern surprised Norah. “I-I’m fine.”

“Your hand has blisters,” Kevin said. “Why didn’t you tell me?”