Chapter 189: Natalie's gets Advice

"Natalie, I'm sorry you're going through this," Jason had said, his voice tinged with regret. "But I have to be honest with you. The situation doesn't look good. It might be best for you to leave town, at least until things blow over." Natalie had stared at him in disbelief, her fists clenched at her sides. "What? Run away? That's your advice?" She wanted him to leave. It was his presence here that had made things this complicated. But Jason was adamant. Jason nodded solemnly. "I know it's not what you want to hear, but it might be the only option you have left. If you stay, things could get worse. You need to protect yourself while you still can." Natalie had felt a surge of anger rising within her. How could Jason suggest such a cowardly solution? Running away wouldn't solve anything – it would only make her look guilty. "I can't believe you're saying this," Natalie had snapped, her voice trembling with emotion. "I thought you were supposed to be on my side." Jason