The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 84

Chapter 84

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It only this comic could attract a large fanbase.

Many others would envy Willow if she carried the merchandise around. More kids would be keen on seeking her out and speaking to her. Her condition might improve then.

Zane approached me and said, "If that comic gains traction and becomes a hit, selling its merchandise could be profitable."

I stared at him, wide-eyed. Maybe it had been too long since I last had a job,

I only cared that the merchandise would help Willow make new friends and improve her condition, but Zane saw a whole business opportunity. I had to admit, he was a talented businessman with an eye for the next big venture. Smiling, I said, "Indeed."

His gaze bore into mine as he said, "I think I have an idea of the new business I want

that, Zane hurried back to his workstation, and his fingers flew over

stared at his back and combed through our conversation earlier. Nothing we had said could have inspired a business idea, but I didn't dwell on

was full now, so I returned

before the floor-to-ceiling windows, his gaze falling upon the scenery in the distance. After a long moment of hesitation, he decided

headed to a nearby mall to do some shopping. She was a little

to know what you think about what I said to you

not answer. He had made his threat clear this morning: if she was cruel to Zachary, then he would be cruel

to be subservient. "I've reflected on my behavior"

I think you were right. My emotions have been all

up to him. He is

her thoughts and added, "I felt bad that Cody was missing out on fatherly love, but I've realized that for you to love Cody as your own,

of relief when he heard

even after he caught her picking on Zachary. All she had to do was lower herself and apologize to coax