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Keegan lifted his chin. “I’m curious why she came to you, Fury, and didn’t call the authorities.”
“I was dazed,” I said. “I wasn’t thinking clearly.”
“There appears to be some evidence that you’re the one who’s been leaking information, Agent Coleman.”
The world tilted underneath me. “What? You can’t believe that. I…”
I didn’t know what to say.
Being a good agent, my work, it was a part of who I was. It was something I prided myself on.
“I have to go where the evidence takes me,” Keegan said gruffly.
Oh my God. Bile rose in my throat. My boss thought I was dirty.
“You can’t be fucking serious,” Kav snapped.
I looked up at him. He hadn’t hesitated, he’d just supported me.
He believed me.
“I haven’t known London very long.” Kav’s voice was lethally cool. “But even I know she’s no fucking criminal.”
I pressed my lips together. He squeezed my shoulder. That support was a lifeline. I needed it now, when I felt like I was drowning.
“I know,” Agent Keegan said.
I blinked, more confused than ever. “What?”
“I know how dedicated you are, Coleman.” He blew out a breath. “I’d pick any other agent under my command to sell intel to the cartels before you.”
My throat nodded. “So why ask me?”
“I needed to hear your answer. And I still need to investigate. By the book.”
A desolate feeling swept through me. “I understand.”
“I don’t.” Kav shot my boss a fierce scowl.
“I have rules to follow,” Keegan said.
I swallowed against the huge lump in my throat. “Can you tell me what evidence you have against me?”
“I’m sorry, no.” Keegan rose. “You’re on leave, Coleman. Heal up, and let me deal with this.” He nodded. “I’ll see myself out.”
I stared at the floor. Someone had forged evidence to frame me. And if Keegan couldn’t prove it was false, I could lose my job. I could be charged.
It felt like something had cut at my insides, leaving me torn up and empty.
Untethered.
Kavner sat beside me, the couch dipping under his weight. He took my hand. “This is bullshit, London.”
Strangely, the icy anger in his voice made me feel a tiny bit better. I gripped his hand.
“You’re not alone,” he said.
“Okay,” I murmured.
