Chapter 138

Alicia’s POV I watched Aron’s retreating figure and teased Everett, “Going straight to the president for back-door favors? You really are Everett Robinson of the U.S.” “You’ve become quite the chatterbox in the past year,” he remarked, glaring at me expressionlessly. I shrugged. “Well, you bet. After a year, the boss has changed a lot too—went from a married man to a desperate husband chasing his wife back.” His thin lips curved slightly. “Provoking me won’t work. Even at my worst, I still have a child to hold me accountable. What about you? Ever been in a relationship? You seem so interested in my love life. What, do you have a crush on me?” “….” Damn it, who would be blind enough to have a crush on you! Suppressing the urge to punch Everett in the face, I got back to the point. “Your ex-wife woke up, but she seems pretty upset. Eleanor is taking care of her.” His brow furrowed. “Where are her parents?” “They’re probably with Miley.” I paused before adding, “Miley is being held by her