Chapter 146

Normally, Bruce wouldn't be out here at this hour. What was strange was not only his appearance but also the fact that he was alone. His gaze at me was piercing and impossible to ignore. Noticing this, Jonah put away his smile and said seriously, "Can you handle this?" "Yeah." I didn't want Jonah to get involved in the conflict between Bruce and me, so I said, "Let's split up here for today. Remember to pick me up on time tomorrow." A hesitant look flashed in Jonah's beautiful eyes as he said, "If you can't handle it, I can actually help." I pretended to be relaxed. "Are you underestimating me?" Only then did Jonah give up and leave without looking back. However, the piercing gaze behind me still clung tightly to me. I steadied myself and pretended to be calm as I walked toward Bruce. "What a coincidence," I said calmly. "I didn't expect you to have such leisurely interests." His cold and piercing gaze swept up and down my body, finally resting on the cotton slippers at my fe