Chapter 176 — The Interview

I adjusted the mic on my shirt, the one that would record everything we said.

I cleared my throat. “Ready when you are.”

She glanced around, like she was bracing for impact and not an interview.

“I'm… I'm ready.”

I leaned back into the chair, interlocking my fingers. “You sure?”

“Julian,” her lips clamped shut like she didn't intend to say my name out loud. “Just ask the questions,” she mumbled, head lowered.

I stared at her for a few ...