Chapter 168

Alicia found herself at a loss for words. She turned toward Jonathan with a pitiful expression and said, "Jon…" Jonathan's expression turned grim. Massaging his temples, he said, "Leave." Alicia opened her mouth, looking like she wanted to protest. But seeing that he had no intention of speaking up for her, she had no choice but to leave with Michael. The office door closed. I immediately reached for the door knob, but Jonathan beat me to it. He pressed his hand against the door and locked it behind him. "What are you doing?" I swerved around and slapped his shoulder. Overwhelmed with rage, I screamed hysterically, "Jonathan, you've always been on his side all along! Ever since the beginning, you were planning to cover up for him. You don't believe me, do you?" I couldn't even think straight. Jonathan pulled me into his arms, tightening his grip around me. He sighed after a long while. "It's not that I don't believe you. It's just…" He paused. Seeing I'd regained my