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.

...

building was full of empty offices. Why did

possibly have feelings for

...

between my screen and Zane. Ever since my divorce, he and Willow 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

not that." I had not given Rowena's words a second

I planned to pick out some

said,

bag and said cheerfully, "See you

...

stores occupied the

up my mind on my way

at home

what I

menswear section on the second floor. I

was not