Chapter 348: A Convenient Truth (Part 1) (Katelyn's POV)

(Katelyn's POV)

I waited patiently, certain that they were going to dismiss me, but the silence remained as Helen's pen scratched on the paper in front of her as she made more notes.

My eyes wandered over to Simon. His gaze was sharp, like he was determined to cut through and dissect each and every word I’d said.

I allowed myself to look over at Roderick, hoping his face might look friendlier. It didn't though. He didn't look hostile, but rather... concerned? Sympathetic?

Better than outright hostile though, I figured.

Helen cleared her throat and raised her eyes toward me. “Alright,” she began, her voice calm, almost gentle, “you’ve shared quite a lot with us about your time with Harlan. But there are just a few points I’d like to clarify here, just to make sure we have an accurate picture of what transpired from your point of view.”

I frowned. I'd thought we were done. I'd thought they were going to tell me I could go now. What more was there to tell them?

My hands clenched in my la