Chapter 183

If Jonathan had stayed any longer, I couldn't be sure that he wouldn't strangle me. I shook my head and tried to push him out of my mind. Yet, I couldn't help but think about the lonely curve of his back as he left. Was I mistaken? Could a man like Jonathan express such emotions? I let out a self-deprecating chuckle. What was I thinking? I shouldn't be making things up! He was just upset because I was close to Frederick. If I kept thinking this way, I would only end up hurt again. After Jonathan's departure, he didn't come looking for me for a long while. He never approached me directly before, but he'd at least watch me from afar. I would often spot him lingering outside my office. I'd sometimes also learn about how he was doing through Alicia, who constantly showed up to pick a fight. But this time, it was as if he had completely vanished from my life. He hadn't brought up whether he wanted a divorce or not. It felt like we were caught in a silent standoff. I knew he was