?Chapter 1019:


    Sean felt an unexpected wave of sorrow surge within him. Norah’s childhood had been marked by hardship—wandering near the border, encountering war, and eventually being sent to an orphanage.


    Kason knew nothing of her life after that, as he had lost track of her once she entered the orphanage.


    “When Nora recognized me at the mour Club, it all came rushing back. That small girl had grown into such a remarkable woman. From what I know, she must have endured a great deal,” Kason’s voice held a tinge of regret.


    If only he had arranged for the Hayes family to adopt Nora sooner, her life might have been smoother, and their rtionship might have blossomed into something more. But the trail of clues ended there.


    “So Norah’s been an orphan since childhood,” Sean mused. “The people chasing her must have crossed paths with her during her formative years.”


    But Sean hadn’t been part of Norah’s past, leaving him at a loss about who she might have angered. They were back to square one.


    Sean stood, his posture radiating determination. “Thank you, Mr. Hayes, for sharing this. From now on, protecting Norah is my responsibility. I appreciate you looking after herst year. When Norah recovers, I’ll bring her to see you.”


    Sean’s message was clear: he was all Norah needed now.


    Kason let out a bitterugh, his smile tinged with a sense of loneliness. He had anticipated this day, but its swift arrival still left him heartbroken. The Nora who once clung to him, who once leaned on him, was no longer his.


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    Kason stood up, his mind clouded, and noticed Kaiden standing not far away.


    “Uncle Kason!”


    Kaiden quickly walked toward Kason and stood beside him.


    As Kaiden arrived, he crossed paths with Sean, who was heading out. They exchanged a quick, friendly greeting.


    “Kaiden, what are you doing here?”


    Kason adjusted his expression, effortlessly shifting back to his usual cold and ruthless demeanor, fitting for the head of the Hayes family.


    Kason took a step forward, his movement purposeful. “I have pressing matters to attend to and need to head out now. We’ll talkter.”


    “Uncle Kason.” Kaiden grabbed Kason’s wrist, stopping him. “I know everything. I have some questions.”


    “I’ve got nothing to say,” Kason replied curtly, shrugging off Kaiden’s hand as he moved forward with determination.


    “Uncle Kason, you’ve kept Norah hidden for quite a while. Is there nothing you’d like to share with us about it?”


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