The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 113

However, Rowena wanted to vent her anger. So, she followed Zane into his office.

"Why are you lounging around my son's workplace?" The hostility in her voice was aimed straight at me.

I had barely set up my laptop when I heard her. Looking up, I answered, "I'm working on illustrations."

Zane knew Rowena was just looking to pick a fight, so he had to stop her. "Mom."

Dissatisfied, she snapped, "What?"

He said firmly, "I need to work."

Clearly, he just wanted her gone.

Rowena shot me a nasty look before storming out.

...

Huxham Corporation did it hit Rowena. The building was full of empty offices. Why did

have feelings for

...

had been so good to me. Now that I was paid such a huge bonus, I wanted to get them something to show my appreciation. Noticing my distraction, Zane stopped working and asked, "Is everything okay? Did my mom say

not given Rowena's words

planned to pick

said, "Go

bag and said cheerfully, "See

...

was huge. Clothing stores occupied

had already made up my mind on my way there. Since Zane

except at

what I

straight for the menswear section on the second floor. I checked the prices and nearly had a

was not the best. They were nothing like what Zane