Chapter 136

Alex POV

The door burst open and Elsie stood at the doorway, her chest heaving.

I cursed mentally.

Did she hear us? Judging from her expression, she probably did.

“What did you just say?” she demanded, her voice trembling.

“I don’t understand what you are talking about”

“You mentioned my parent’s accident just now. I heard you”

“Well, you heard wrong. Cedric and I were just discussing some company issues”

She stepped closer to me. “Don’t lie to me, Alex”

Cedric stood up and tried to slip out. “I’ll give you two some privacy”

“No. You are staying” She said sharply.

Cedric went back to his seat, watching us in silence.

“Elsie….” I started.

“Please tell me the truth” she said, her eyes brimming with unshed tears.

My gut twisted and I exhaled. I tried to shield her from the truth but I couldn’t anymore.

I left my desk and guided her to the couch. “I’ll tell you, but you have to promise me no