DEE MOVED FROM THE bushes behind the canopy where she’d been listening. She waited until Nilan left then approached Jonathan.
“What the?” He jumped. “Deidra. You scared me, honey. Were you listening just now?”
“Why does he think you killed Prisha?”
“You spying on me?” He stood, pushing the curtain out the way. “The Circle is built on trust and loyalty, Deidra.”
“I—”
He got closer to her, his fruity breath landing on her face. “Why were you listening?”
“Because I’m not sure I get a straight answer when it comes to Prisha.” She walked around him and stood in front of the table. “Jonathan, the way you talked to her father was despicable as if you have no remorse for what he’s going through.”
“Nilan Banerjee made my life hell. He spread lies just because Prisha chose me over him.” His b
