Chapter 94

This was the second time Norman had innocently said something that raised suspicions. It was easy for people to start thinking that she was being used as a pawn in a scheme to marry into a wealthy family. "I, um…" Nadia panicked, trying to explain the situation. However, Eddie simply walked over and sat beside her, giving Norman a nod. "Alright. I'll consider it." Those four words landed heavily on Nadia's heart like a mountain had collapsed inside her. "You... you don't have to sacrifice yourself to not embarrass me," she stammered. The mask covering Eddie's face made it hard to gauge his expression. All Nadia could notice was that, perhaps due to the heat in the venue, his earlobes were slightly red. "Don't worry," he replied briefly. He was as cryptic as ever, leaving Nadia unsure whether he was telling her not to worry about her child's innocent words or about his earlier self-sacrifice. Well, as long as he wasn't angry with her, that was the most important thing. She'd ju